Sr Manager, IT Business Analysis - SAP BRH Architect

Sr Manager, IT Business Analysis - SAP BRH Architect

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.

We are seeking an experienced SAP Batch Release Hub (BRH) Architect with a strong background in Life Sciences to lead the design and implementation of SAP Batch Release Hub solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in SAP BRH & SAP QM module, regulatory compliance (such as GxP and FDA), and life sciences Quality Management and Batch Release processes. As an SAP BRH Architect, you will play a critical role in designing and optimizing solutions for batch release processes, ensuring seamless integration with SAP S/4

HANA and other related systems (QMS, LIMS etc.,) and driving business process excellence in a regulated environment. This role involves strategic oversight and technical expertise in SAP systems, working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes, quality management, and overall system integration.

Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of SAP BRH solutions tailored for Life Sciences manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with industry regulations such as GxP, FDA, and 21 CFR Part 11. Design scalable, efficient, and compliant solutions for the batch release process.

Develop and articulate a comprehensive SAP Batch Release Hub (BRH) solution roadmap that aligns with the company's long‑term business objectives within the Life Sciences sector.

Architect scalable and flexible SAP solutions that can adapt to evolving business requirements and regulatory landscapes.

Conduct detailed gap analyses and propose innovative solutions to optimize processes of SAP BRH and integrations.

Evaluate and recommend emerging SAP technologies and best practices to enhance system performance and efficiency.

Produce detailed architectural blueprints, including data flow diagrams, system interface specifications, and configuration documentation.

Oversee the deployment of SAP BRH for batch release management.

Lead the entire implementation lifecycle, including requirements gathering, system design, configuration, testing, and deployment.

Work closely with business teams to ensure the solution meets operational and regulatory needs.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory affairs, to design SAP BRH solutions that optimize batch release processes.

Ensure that all SAP BRH solutions comply with relevant Life Sciences industry regulations, including GxP, FDA, EMA, and other regulatory bodies.

Lead the development of validation strategies and documentation to support compliance efforts.

Ensure seamless integration between SAP BRH and other SAP modules, including SAP S/4

HANA, SAP PLM, QM, SAP EWM, SAP PP, and third‑party systems, ensuring end‑to‑end traceability and batch data management.

Lead the configuration and customization of SAP BRH to align with specific business needs.

Ensure proper setup of batch release workflows, document management, quality control checks, and reporting.

Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for SAP BRH solutions, resolving issues related to system performance, batch release workflows, and integration with other modules.

Work closely with IT and business teams to identify and implement continuous improvements.

Work with stakeholders across IT, business operations, quality assurance, and regulatory teams to define…