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IT Solution Lead, Direct Procurement

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Stryker

IT Solution Lead, Direct Procurement

Gurgaon, India

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Position summary:

The Solution lead is responsible for developing solution designs for integrated systems within the enterprise PTP direct procurement area and corresponding set of applications. In this role the Solution Lead will partner with Business Analysts and Technical Analysts to understand the overall business need, define overarching requirements and create high-level solution specifications, ensuring feasibility, functionality, and integration with existing systems/platforms and develop an overarching solution design and model that will support Stryker's business needs. The Solution Lead is responsible for verifying the detailed technical documents, validating the configuration within the assigned applications, and ensuring solutions are delivered based on the architected design.

Essential duties & responsibilities: (detailed description)

  • Responsible for the overall functional and technical design in the area of Direct Procurement to manage design and deploy integrated end-to-end solutions.
  • Serves as the domain expert in providing application process analysis, architecture and system design, systems development, testing, implementation, training and preparation of our Stryker Accelerate global template in the direct procurement area.
  • Perform activities following Stryker's Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) framework and processes.
  • Play a significant role within the Architecture Review Board, in not only defining application standards, but also driving the final decision on solution.
  • Accountable for the Solution Review Board activities driving architecture decisions, technical approvals across the application area, and alignment of scope against Run team minor releases.
  • Lead solution development and implementation for new systems and enhancements and participate in defining technical standards for the specialty area.
  • Produce or review detailed functional and technical documents, configure and/or develop within the assigned applications and understand the overall design and architecture of an SAP platform and deliver the end to end technical solution.
  • Play a key role in transitioning the knowledge of the new/enhanced capabilities (including technical aspects) to the Service Delivery Team(s).
  • Responsible for all technical design, prototypes/mock-ups, development, testing and delivery of solutions for release cycles and/or new projects within the direct procurement space.
  • Review and Govern business process documents, application and technical specifications, test plans and cutover plans for go-live sites.
  • Manages resolution and communication of system production support issues with different stakeholders based on Stryker SLA's.
  • Works closely with strategic solution partners, business process owners, architects/leads from other tracks and super users to close out every phase as part of deployment playbook or project methodology.
  • Proactively identify business and system improvements, make recommendations, take ownership and bring those initiatives to successful implementation in direct procurement area.
  • Collaborate with other Global ERP Program teams, IT Business Partners, Build and Run teams, various Infrastructure teams, and Business Deployment teams.
  • Partner with Business Analysts in understanding system requirements and translating into solutions within an application and/or application stack
  • Identify opportunities to improve the systems process flow, performance and technical efficiencies.
  • Be able to support the business and recommend/provide holistic solutions that integrate the existing technical standards with the business needs and processes
  • Responsible for choosing the right technology platform for implementing an architected solution.
  • Manages and coordinates with external suppliers and deployment partners to ensure they meet their contracted deliverables, agreed upon timelines, and metrics
  • Hands-on experience across several disciplines.
  • Serves as domain expert in all aspects of architecting, designing and application development.
  • Formulates deployment strategies to ensure reliability and scalability for Stryker systems.
  • Assesses technological risks that could jeopardize the growth and/or operations of the organization; makes recommendations on applications retirement.
  • Provides consultation on complex projects and is considered to be the top-level specialist.
  • Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the systems development concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Writes specifications, develops solution concepts and artifacts.
  • Develop and build robust integration with Infrastructure, Security, Governance, Service Delivery, etc.
  • Financial focus on delivering activities on budget, leveraging time on value-driven activities and ensuring external resources meet contractual deliverables.
  • Special projects/assignments as required.

Education & special trainings:

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in the areas of Computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent field of study required.
  • Master's degree in MIS, MBA or related disciplines preferred.

Qualifications & experience:

  • Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience with SAP based business transformation experiences.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of SAP project implementation experience in SAP Direct Procurement area and integration with other process areas
  • Deep understanding of systems, configuration and business processes within SAP Supply Chain and Logistics Material Management modules (MM) and other SAP cross functional experience in planning, Ariba SSC, IM, EWM, FICO, QM, GTS and SD.
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and conceptual skills including the ability to express complex technical concepts in business terms.
  • Strong Integration experience SAP with non-SAP external systems (Vertex, 3PL etc.)
  • In depth understanding of the SAP Application Architecture & Technology including S4/Hana.
  • Ability to work closely with other technology disciplines across integration, data, security and reporting
  • Good understanding of recognized ERP implementation documentation methodologies, for ex. AIM
  • Good understanding of RICEF and customizations in a complex environment.
  • Experience and demonstrated understanding of global system rollouts - strategy, planning, vendor selection and implementation planning
  • Knowledge of and ability to drive IS methodologies such as ITIL, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile Development is preferred
  • Extensive knowledge of medical devices and/or pharmaceutical industry and basic knowledge of adjacent areas in terms of processes, organization, products and IS requirements
  • Experience working with executive business stakeholders is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to work cohesively across a cross functional and matrixed organization
  • Experience with process mapping, documenting complex processes and presenting them in a clear and understandable format is required.
  • Experience understanding, evaluating, and recommending changes to business processes are required.
  • Experience developing strategic business process methodologies to drive business results
  • Strong data analysis, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to maintain strong relationships within program teams across Stryker divisions and geographies.
  • Ability to consider upstream and downstream process impacts and implications.
  • Exhibits acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges.
  • Ability to drive initiatives and projects independently from start to finish
  • Strong knowledge of Excel Advanced, PowerPoint presentations, Word documents, Access DB, MS Project Suite (MPP/Visio/etc.)

Physical & mental requirements:

  • Demonstrated strong communication and influencing skills - oral, written, listening, executive presentations
  • Execution & Delivery Focus. Ability to understand, interpret and translate emerging trends, future visions and strategies into executable programs and projects that align to the current state architecture and business environment. The incumbent will be results oriented, able to design and deliver rapid solutions for the team.
  • Demonstrate ability to work in and deal with ambiguous situations
  • Driven and results oriented. He/she will be required to drive results and integrate effectively into the culture. The successful candidate must possess the blend of confidence and humility while driving to achieve results and meeting committed timelines.
  • Strong collaboration skills are required. The successful candidate must have the ability to persuade and build consensus cross-functionally to ensure solution designs and requirements are aligned.
  • Demonstrated ability to partner with business representatives at all levels to identify needs, define and document requirements, and drive solutions
  • Demonstrated ability to guide the business towards optimal solutions
  • Experience in identifying opportunities for process optimization, process redesign, or development of new process/policies

About Stryker
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com.

Client-provided location(s): Gurugram, Haryana, India
Job ID: Stryker_Combined-ncAb1O9R2Swr
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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