Senior IT Technical Delivery Lead

Requisition Number: 65702

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

The global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies.  Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes.  IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide.

Job Location:Baner Pune

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate proficiency in leading end-to-end SAP technology solution delivery for all projects at a program level.
• Be accountable for effectively managing global template enhancement and technology improvement requests.
• Take charge and manage the technical solution delivery of SAP projects, ensuring alignment with business goals, scope, and objectives.
• Provide mentorship and support to a team of SAP professionals, including Master Data Experts, Solution Architects, Configuration Analysts, Security experts, and Integration specialists, throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Thoroughly assess project requirements and efficiently estimate IT costs for the ERP transformation program.
• Ensure resources are allocated appropriately to meet project deliverables.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional IT teams, business stakeholders (Global Operations Transformation, Global Supply Chain, and Corning Shared Services), and external vendors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Identify potential risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to ensure the success of each project.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality industry standards and best practices in SAP project delivery.
• Monitor project budgets and financials closely, making necessary adjustments to stay within budgetary constraints.
• Skillfully facilitate change management processes to ensure the seamless adoption of SAP solutions within the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to optimize SAP processes and enhance overall efficiency.
• Engage with SAP vendors and partners, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services and solutions.

Requirements:

• Possession of SAP Certification(s) is mandatory.
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 20 years of relevant SAP technology deployment experience in Lifesciences, Pharmaceutical, or Automotive manufacturing industries.
• Proven track record as a SAP Delivery Lead or in a comparable role for ERP transformation programs.
• Demonstrated consistent success in delivering SAP projects within specified timelines and budget constraints.
• Demonstrated expertise and extensive experience in configuring, solutioning, and designing SAP modules, including OTC, LES, RTP, PTP, EDI, BTP and GTS.
• Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA, ECC, SAP Business Suite, or other relevant platforms.