Lead Business Consultant - IT EFP Purchasing, Sourcing & Procurement

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Our CompanyAt Boehringer Ingelheim we develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company, we focus on long-term performance. We believe that, if we have talented and ambitious people who are passionate about innovation, there is no limit to what we can achieve; after all, we started with just 28 people. Now, we are powered by 50,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture.THE POSITIONIT Sourcing & Procurement is Boehringer Ingelheim’s global area in charge of bringing cutting edge and state-of-the-art technologies to our business partners in the Sourcing and Procurement business functions.With a strong set of systems, we support BI in achieving excellence in sourcing strategies and in operational procurement, which, among others, main goal is to meet the needs of our end users in a rapidly changing environment.We are looking for a passionate, fast learner and self-driven person who knows the Purchasing processes and knows what Project Excellence, Scrum and Agility means. You inspire people and think out of the box. If so, then we might have an opportunity for you!Tasks & Responsibilities

• As Lead Business Consultant within the IT Sourcing & Procurement team, your primary responsibility will be to lead projects and technology feasibility assessments in the area of Sourcing and Procurement.
• Through ongoing consultation with business partners, you identify the needs of our business partners, establish scope and requirements, and provide innovative recommendations for process changes and/or technology-enabled solutions.
• Moreover, you act as an interface between the business, internal as well as external providers of services, in which you prioritize demands on IT services to maximize the added value to the business.
• As a subject matter expert, you utilize your knowledge of applications/systems to manage and ensure all system documentation is available following BI standards.
• Furthermore, you are accountable for the IT 3rd Level Support of your focus area. In this regard, you also collaborate with external partners making sure to address all incidents properly.
• Finally, you keep a close eye on the market for best practices and stay in contact with our external strategic partners (e.g. SAP) to ensure BI is up to speed on necessary process/system improvements and innovation potential.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent
• Long-term years of IT experience in the SAP-MM Purchasing module in ECCas well as S/4 Hana and ABAP experience. Business process knowledge in Source to Pay and the capability to apply technology solutions addressing complex business issues and demands
• Several years of IT experience in the SAP Ariba Strategic Sourcing and SAP Ariba Buying (cloud) modules
• Excellent project management capability based on the successful completion of medium to large-sized projects
• Excellent understanding of system design, development, and implementation methodologies according to state-of-the-art technologies
• Highly interested in current and new technologies and their applicability to business needs
• Moreover, of course, we need a team player with commitment, flexibility and fun at work
• Excellent communication skills in English are required (verbal and written)

EFFECTS OF COVID-19We will continue to hire talented people and we look forward to receiving your applications. As a result of COVID-19, we have introduced alternative working arrangements to ensure that our employees can stay safe and healthy, because the health of our employees is among our top priorities. At all company locations, we work remotely whenever possible. Additionally, we are now hosting virtual video interviews for applicants. During the limited in-person interviews we still have during this time, we pay special attention to distance and the hygiene rules recommended by the Robert Koch Institute. New employees who do not start on site in production or the laboratories are sent the necessary IT equipment, our Welcome Days take place online, and we plan to conduct their onboarding training virtually whenever possible.WHY BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM?This is where you can grow, collaborate, innovate and improve lives.We offer challenging work in a respectful and friendly global working environment surrounded by a world of innovation driven mindsets and practices. In addition, learning and development for all employees is key, because your growth is our growth. We also offer a competitive salary, generous amount of vacation time, and numerous benefits towards your wellness & financial health and work-life balance. Plus, an onsite gym (Ingelheim), in-house doctor and best-in-class cafeterias and coffee bars to keep you energized and healthy. To learn more about what benefits could be waiting for you, please visit our Career area .Want to learn more about us? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.READY TO CONTACT US?Please contact our Recruiting EMEA Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-173173Please provide a detailed CV and a cover/motivation letter in English.Not exactly the position you are looking for but have someone else in mind? Share it via the button on the bottom of the page with friends or colleagues who might be interested.