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Job Description

ERP Development Services Lead 

The Future Begins Here

At Takeda, we are creating a future-ready organization that uses data and digital to meet the needs of patients, our people, and the planet. We need your help to make this happen. Join our new Innovation Capability Center (ICC) in Bratislava, Slovakia.

In this role at our state-of-the-art center, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills and create solutions that will benefit patients around the world. Become the heart of our internal innovation engine.

At Takeda we unite in diversity

Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, where individuals are recognized for the diverse backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continually improving workplace experience and accessibility for everyone, and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our Team.

The Opportunity

As a ERP Development Services Lead  you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of SAP ERP solutions within the organization. This role involves collaborating with functional teams, business stakeholders, and technical teams to ensure seamless integration, customization, and enhancement of SAP ERP systems. The Development Lead will oversee a team of developers, integration specialists and security specialists and will also be responsible for ensuring the quality, scalability, and performance of SAP developments. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, leadership, and management skills to drive the successful implementation and customization of SAP ERP solutions. 

Responsibilities

Lead a team of SAP developers, providing technical guidance and mentorship. Ensure alignment between the development team and the organization’s SAP project goals. Manage projects and demands timelines, deliverables, and coordinate with cross-functional teams. Oversee the projects and demands solutions for the projects and demands delivered by internal team or external vendors  Oversee the design, development, and implementation of custom enhancements, interfaces, and reports in SAP ERP systems. Collaborate with functional consultants to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Ensure development follows Takeda SAP best practices, coding standards, and is aligned with business processes. Architect and design custom solutions that extend the functionality of SAP ERP. Ensure seamless integration between SAP ERP and other enterprise applications. Monitor and optimize performance, ensuring system stability and scalability. Manage and support the development of ABAP programs, SAP Fiori/UI5 applications, SAP S/4HANA migrations, and other custom developments. Collaborate with the QA team to resolve issues and optimize development processes. Create and maintain technical documentation for custom developments and integrations. Ensure compliance with organizational policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements. Work closely with the Global chapter lead and other ERP Global Subchapter Leads andIdentify team members to serve as leaders who help provide training and oversight for their people management responsibilities. Manage escalations, risks and issues related to the services delivered. Set targets for development and growth, and completes final assessment of team members in professional development, in alignment with the technical capability lead. Lead talent development and retention initiatives, including provisioning of training, sharing of best practices, and initiatives to promote a culture of continuous improvement. Oversee delivery of performance evaluations for team members, factoring in individual contributions and collective team performance

Skills and Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Experience: 8+ years of experience in SAP development with at least 3+ years in a leadership role. Proficiency in SAP ABAP, SAP Fiori, and UI5 development. Experience with BTP Strong experience with BAPI, IDOCs, and ALE. Expertise in integration with third-party systems (via web services, APIs, etc.). Experience with SAP Workflow, SAP HANA, and SAP Cloud Platform is a plus. Experience developing and managing high performing teams Strong strategic thinking and decision making Has demonstrated success in leading IT and technical teams Ability to form strong working relationships across a matrix environment  Excellent communication, listening and influencing skills; ability to listen, anticipate customer needs and influence solutions. Ability to lead effectively and work concurrently across multiple priorities in a goal-oriented, timeline-driven, and remote management work environment Solutions oriented, with the ability to structure ambiguous problems and develop qualitative and quantitative approaches for identifying and assessing various options to provide solutions ​

What Takeda Can Offer You

At Takeda, you may build your career, while contributing to better people’s lives. Expect trust driven culture built around Integrity, Fairness, Honesty and Perseverance. Joining ICC will give you access to high end technology, training and colleagues who will support your growth.

Salary

As a motivated employee, you should be compensated appropriately. The minimum salary for this position is €4450 per month (full time), but your final remuneration package may be higher depending on your qualifications and experience.

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LocationsSVK - Bratislava – Svatoplukova

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time