Arcolab is a Global Capability Centre designed to provide a wide range of specialized capabilities across diverse business functions. With a strong focus on customer centricity and delivering excellence , Arcolab positions itself as a Centre of Excellence within the pharmaceutical sector. By driving customer-first strategies and developing niche expertise, Arcolab supports its clients in addressing complex business needs across multiple areas.
About the Role :
We are looking for an experienced SAP S / 4HANA & IBP Lead to drive the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of our business planning and ERP systems. This is a strategic role that bridges technology with business operations, particularly within planning, supply chain, manufacturing, and finance processes .
If you are passionate about SAP, enjoy leading cross-functional teams, and have experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals or life sciences , we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead the configuration and deployment of SAP IBP modules : Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and S&OP.
- Implement and optimize SAP S / 4HANA processes in Procurement, Manufacturing, Sales, and Finance.
- Translate business needs into scalable SAP solutions, aligning system outputs with real-time operational decisions.
- Own and lead planning solutions within the internal IT landscape .
- Collaborate with business and IT teams to support scenario planning , demand-supply balancing , and end-to-end planning cycles.
- Ensure seamless integration with external systems (e.g., MES, LIMS, Quality) using SAP BTP, Fiori, and Integration Suite.
- Support compliance initiatives aligned with pharma regulations such as 21 CFR Part 11 and CSV .
Requirements :
12–15 years of SAP experience, including 3–5 years in the pharmaceutical industry .Hands-on expertise in SAP IBP (Demand, Supply, S&OP) and SAP S / 4HANA .Strong understanding of business planning cycles , manufacturing , and supply chain operations .Experience leading internal SAP teams and working with global cross-functional stakeholders.Familiarity with SAP Fiori , SAP BTP , and integration with external systems .Knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance frameworks is highly desirable.Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (Chemical, Production, or Process Engineering preferred).SAP certifications in IBP and / or S / 4HANA are a plus.