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Protecting Humankind from Bacterial Diseases
Vaxcyte is a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company that engineers high-fidelity vaccines to safeguard humanity against the repercussions of bacterial diseases, which have severe and costly health consequences when left unchecked. Our mission encompasses eradicating or treating bacterial infections such as invasive pneumococcal disease, Group A Strep, periodontitis, and Shigella.
At Vaxcyte, we understand that our work not only entails delivering vaccines but also how we execute this goal with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to excellence. Guided by four core values: RETHINK CONVENTION, AIM HIGH, LEAD WITH HEART, and MODEL EXCELLENCE, we strive to revolutionize vaccine development while fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.
The Director of IT SAP Systems plays a pivotal role in leading the successful planning, implementation, and ongoing management of Vaxcyte's SAP and Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) initiatives. This position oversees the implementation of our upcoming SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and OMP Advanced Planning Systems (APS).
We seek an accomplished professional with extensive expertise in SAP and APS systems, capable of providing strategic leadership to ensure business goals are achieved efficiently and effectively. As a collaborative hands-on leader, you will work closely with business partners and subject matter experts from supply chain, finance, and other teams to deliver ERP/APS solutions that support our growth through vaccine commercialization and beyond.
• Lead and execute SAP and OMP implementations and subsequent projects ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and strategic goals
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements, manage expectations, and provide regular project updates
• Foster vendor collaboration, budget planning, and steering committee meetings
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to minimize potential impact on project outcomes
• Implement change management processes for SAP and APS to ensure smooth transitions and adoption of new systems and processes
• Develop support for tracking GxP and SOX related changes
• Monitor project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Create and curate program standards including tools, deliverables, and document management
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying areas for enhancement and implementing best practices in SAP and APS
• Lead cross-functional teams from the business, IT, consultants, contract manufacturer resources, and other professionals to achieve high performance and project success
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, SAP certification) desired
• At least 10 years of experience in program/project management, with multiple SAP and APS system implementations
• Experience leading large and complex initiatives, including development of detailed timelines, milestone creation, and resource requirements to ensure timeline execution and delivery
• In-depth knowledge of SAP systems, including SAP S/4HANA and integration techniques
• Experience implementing APS systems (OMP experience desired)
• Experience delivering large-scale SAP projects
• Expertise with agile methodology, global deployments, and data migration planning
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong background implementing and maintaining GxP validated and SOX regulated systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions
• Experience in identifying and managing project risks, with a proactive approach to mitigation
• Proficiency in change management principles and techniques to facilitate smooth transitions and adoption of new systems
• Experience working with biotech/pharma companies both pre and post commercialization
Reports to: Senior Director, Enterprise IT Systems
Location: San Carlos, CA
Compensation: The compensation package will be competitive and includes comprehensive benefits and an equity component.
Vaxcyte is a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company that engineers high-fidelity vaccines to safeguard humanity against the repercussions of bacterial diseases, which have severe and costly health consequences when left unchecked. Our mission encompasses eradicating or treating bacterial infections such as invasive pneumococcal disease, Group A Strep, periodontitis, and Shigella.
At Vaxcyte, we understand that our work not only entails delivering vaccines but also how we execute this goal with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to excellence. Guided by four core values: RETHINK CONVENTION, AIM HIGH, LEAD WITH HEART, and MODEL EXCELLENCE, we strive to revolutionize vaccine development while fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.
Director IT SAP Systems
The Director of IT SAP Systems plays a pivotal role in leading the successful planning, implementation, and ongoing management of Vaxcyte's SAP and Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) initiatives. This position oversees the implementation of our upcoming SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and OMP Advanced Planning Systems (APS).
We seek an accomplished professional with extensive expertise in SAP and APS systems, capable of providing strategic leadership to ensure business goals are achieved efficiently and effectively. As a collaborative hands-on leader, you will work closely with business partners and subject matter experts from supply chain, finance, and other teams to deliver ERP/APS solutions that support our growth through vaccine commercialization and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and execute SAP and OMP implementations and subsequent projects ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and strategic goals
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements, manage expectations, and provide regular project updates
• Foster vendor collaboration, budget planning, and steering committee meetings
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to minimize potential impact on project outcomes
• Implement change management processes for SAP and APS to ensure smooth transitions and adoption of new systems and processes
• Develop support for tracking GxP and SOX related changes
• Monitor project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Create and curate program standards including tools, deliverables, and document management
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying areas for enhancement and implementing best practices in SAP and APS
• Lead cross-functional teams from the business, IT, consultants, contract manufacturer resources, and other professionals to achieve high performance and project success
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, SAP certification) desired
• At least 10 years of experience in program/project management, with multiple SAP and APS system implementations
• Experience leading large and complex initiatives, including development of detailed timelines, milestone creation, and resource requirements to ensure timeline execution and delivery
• In-depth knowledge of SAP systems, including SAP S/4HANA and integration techniques
• Experience implementing APS systems (OMP experience desired)
• Experience delivering large-scale SAP projects
• Expertise with agile methodology, global deployments, and data migration planning
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong background implementing and maintaining GxP validated and SOX regulated systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions
• Experience in identifying and managing project risks, with a proactive approach to mitigation
• Proficiency in change management principles and techniques to facilitate smooth transitions and adoption of new systems
• Experience working with biotech/pharma companies both pre and post commercialization
Reports to: Senior Director, Enterprise IT Systems
Location: San Carlos, CA
Compensation: The compensation package will be competitive and includes comprehensive benefits and an equity component.
