Overview
On Site
USD 169,320.00 - 219,120.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Value Engineering
Science
Research
Finance
Procurement
Optimization
Research and Development
Mentorship
Data Management
Customization
Change Request Management
Enterprise Content Management
SAP
Data Flow
Process Improvement
Product Development
Manufacturing
Data Integrity
Accessibility
Stakeholder Management
PDM
Plant Lifecycle Management
Collaboration
Regulatory Compliance
Quality Assurance
Quality Management
Version Control
Auditing
Workflow
Documentation
Computer Science
Information Technology
Pharmaceutical Industry
WWI
SAP PLM
SAP HANA
Product Lifecycle Management
Change Management
Bill Of Materials
Business Process
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Management
Communication
Leadership
MEAN Stack
Life Insurance
Job Details
At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to pursuing scientific invention to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer. Gilead has operations in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.
You will be part of a team that is helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. We are a close community where every individual matters and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Inclusion is one of our core values, which means we are creating and fostering a work environment where our differences are valued, and everyone feels respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative therapeutics for people with life-threatening diseases.
The Gilead Business Services center in Raleigh's Research Triangle region is home to some of the company's critical shared service teams in North America, including Information Technology, Global Financial Solutions, HR Operations and Procurement Services Desk. These functions provide the necessary support to ensure Gilead's business runs effectively and efficiently. The center is also a catalyst for standardization of processes, digital transformation, and technology optimization. Please check out more at ;br>
We are seeking a Senior Manager, SAP PLM - Specification Management, to lead and oversee the implementation, optimization, and ongoing support of the Specification Management module within SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) for our organization. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital transformation within product data management, working closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Engineering, Quality, and IT. The Senior Manager will ensure the integrity, governance, and effectiveness of product specifications throughout the lifecycle from design to production.
Key Responsibilities:
o Lead the SAP PLM Specification Management team, providing guidance, mentorship, and setting the direction for successful implementation and usage of SAP PLM for product specification data management.
o Develop and execute strategies to enhance the specification management capabilities within SAP, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
o Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for Specification Management and work closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into SAP PLM solutions.
o Oversee the administration, configuration, and customization of SAP PLM Specification Management tools and modules.
o Ensure the system supports key business functions such as Recipe Development, Engineering Change Management (ECM), Engineering Record (ER), Bill of Materials (BOM), and product compliance.
o Work with IT and SAP consultants to manage the integration of SAP PLM with other enterprise systems, ensuring seamless data flow between different modules.
o Identify opportunities to streamline and improve specification management processes across product development and manufacturing.
o Define and document best practices for using SAP PLM to manage product specifications, ensuring high data integrity and accessibility.
o Lead initiatives to automate workflows and increase efficiency, leveraging SAP PLM tools to improve time-to-market for products.
o Work with PDM PLM teams to ensure alignment of product specification data across departments.
o Act as the primary point of contact for specification-related issues and system queries, providing solutions and troubleshooting as necessary.
o Collaborate with external vendors or third-party service providers for additional system configurations, enhancements, and upgrades.
o Ensure SAP PLM Specification Management complies with industry standards, regulations, and internal policies, including quality management, safety standards, and environmental guidelines.
o Manage version control, audit trails, and approval workflows to maintain full traceability and documentation of specifications and changes.
o Implement and monitor controls to ensure that product specifications meet quality and regulatory standards.
Education & Experience:
Skills & Competencies:
The salary range for this position is: $169,320.00 - $219,120.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
For additional benefits information, visit:
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* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
For jobs in the United States:
Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.
NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT
PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION
Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.
Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to pursuing scientific invention to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer. Gilead has operations in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.
You will be part of a team that is helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. We are a close community where every individual matters and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Inclusion is one of our core values, which means we are creating and fostering a work environment where our differences are valued, and everyone feels respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative therapeutics for people with life-threatening diseases.
The Gilead Business Services center in Raleigh's Research Triangle region is home to some of the company's critical shared service teams in North America, including Information Technology, Global Financial Solutions, HR Operations and Procurement Services Desk. These functions provide the necessary support to ensure Gilead's business runs effectively and efficiently. The center is also a catalyst for standardization of processes, digital transformation, and technology optimization. Please check out more at ;br>
We are seeking a Senior Manager, SAP PLM - Specification Management, to lead and oversee the implementation, optimization, and ongoing support of the Specification Management module within SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) for our organization. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital transformation within product data management, working closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Engineering, Quality, and IT. The Senior Manager will ensure the integrity, governance, and effectiveness of product specifications throughout the lifecycle from design to production.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Strategy:
o Lead the SAP PLM Specification Management team, providing guidance, mentorship, and setting the direction for successful implementation and usage of SAP PLM for product specification data management.
o Develop and execute strategies to enhance the specification management capabilities within SAP, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
o Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for Specification Management and work closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into SAP PLM solutions.
- SAP PLM System Management:
o Oversee the administration, configuration, and customization of SAP PLM Specification Management tools and modules.
o Ensure the system supports key business functions such as Recipe Development, Engineering Change Management (ECM), Engineering Record (ER), Bill of Materials (BOM), and product compliance.
o Work with IT and SAP consultants to manage the integration of SAP PLM with other enterprise systems, ensuring seamless data flow between different modules.
- Process Improvement:
o Identify opportunities to streamline and improve specification management processes across product development and manufacturing.
o Define and document best practices for using SAP PLM to manage product specifications, ensuring high data integrity and accessibility.
o Lead initiatives to automate workflows and increase efficiency, leveraging SAP PLM tools to improve time-to-market for products.
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
o Work with PDM PLM teams to ensure alignment of product specification data across departments.
o Act as the primary point of contact for specification-related issues and system queries, providing solutions and troubleshooting as necessary.
o Collaborate with external vendors or third-party service providers for additional system configurations, enhancements, and upgrades.
- Compliance & Quality Assurance:
o Ensure SAP PLM Specification Management complies with industry standards, regulations, and internal policies, including quality management, safety standards, and environmental guidelines.
o Manage version control, audit trails, and approval workflows to maintain full traceability and documentation of specifications and changes.
o Implement and monitor controls to ensure that product specifications meet quality and regulatory standards.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in SAP PLM implementation and support, preferably within the Biotech / Pharmaceutical industry; 2-5 years in architect role(s). Proven experience in managing and leading SAP PLM teams in complex, large-scale environments.
Skills & Competencies:
- In-depth knowledge of SAP PLM, particularly the Specification Management, Recipe Development and WWI Reports modules/functions (e.g., SAP PLM in S/4HANA).
- Strong understanding of end-to-end Product Lifecycle Management, Change Management, Process Routes, BOM, and related business processes.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve technical and process-related challenges.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience in managing enterprise-level projects, including system upgrades, rollouts, and integrations.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex ideas to senior leadership.
The salary range for this position is: $169,320.00 - $219,120.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
For additional benefits information, visit:
;br>
* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
For jobs in the United States:
Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.
NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT
PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION
Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.
Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
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