Company Information

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking a SAP Center of Excellence Lead as part of the IT team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

The Lead, SAP Center of Excellence (COE) is a key position responsible for managing the delivery, architecture, and operational excellence of SAP S/4 HANA solutions across the organization. This director-level role ensures alignment with JV Partnership, global business strategies while overseeing application maintenance and support (AMS) to maintain reliable and efficient operations. You will lead a diverse team of internal and external resources, fostering collaboration to drive SAP initiatives across Manufacturing, Commercial, Quality, and Finance domains. With accountability for compliance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement, you will ensure SAP systems deliver value, optimize processes, and meet evolving business needs.

Key Responsibilities

SAP Architecture and Delivery

Lead, evolve, and execute the delivery of global SAP solutions, ensuring alignment with product lines in Manufacturing, Commercial, Quality, and Finance.
Define and enforce SAP S/4 HANA architectural standards and project objectives, maintaining alignment with global strategies.
Partner with Business Process Owners to create and manage enhancement backlogs for the SAP platform.
Oversee the full lifecycle of SAP projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, robust testing, and quality processes to maintain SAP landscape integrity.
Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
Communicate SAP solution strategies effectively, addressing business challenges and securing alignment on business implications.

Operations Management

Ensure AMS (Application Maintenance and Support) operations consistently meet SLAs, delivering reliable and high-performing applications.
Oversee AMS service providers, ensuring resource availability and alignment with business objectives.
Optimize AMS operations to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall value delivery.
Maintain 24x7 operational availability of SAP systems, ensuring business continuity and system reliability.

Audit Support and Compliance

Support internal and external audit teams by providing timely, accurate responses from the SAP team.
Maintain compliance with regulatory standards, including GxP, SOX, and data privacy requirements.
Oversee the creation and maintenance of validation documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance.

Team Leadership and Collaboration

Lead and develop a high-performing SAP team composed of internal and external resources.
Cultivate effective relationships with strategic partners and vendors, including J&J, SAP, and implementation partners.
Foster collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring SAP solutions align with business objectives.
Motivate, coach, and guide the team to achieve excellence in delivery, AMS operations, and architectural initiatives.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

Develop and present business cases for proposed initiatives, securing stakeholder buy-in.
Drive initiatives to enhance SAP systems by leveraging industry trends, best practices, and innovative technologies.
Collaborate with senior leadership to refine SAP-related policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to support continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).
Relevant SAP certifications or equivalent experience.
Proven experience in SAP S4 HANA architecture, delivery, AMS operations, and compliance.
12 or more years of SAP experience in delivery and operations
Deep understanding of Cell therapy Processes and SAP functional/technical knowledge, with implementation experience.
Outstanding organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and attention to detail.
Excellent written and presentation skills with the proven ability to communicate with all levels including management and external partners.
Demonstrated success managing cross-functional teams and AMS service providers.
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, including GxP, SOX, and data privacy.
Strong track record of delivering results through effective team and peer leadership in matrix
Experience as a manager, plan and manage daily activities of team; coaches/mentors/trains team; leads performance management activity (goal setting, performance appraisals, etc.)
Demonstrated ability in leading high-performing teams in a matrix and collaborative environment.
Excellent ability to communicate, specifically on Clinical and scientific topics.
Superior interpersonal skills, & communication skills ensuring full alignment of cross functional teams. Ability to effectively manage conflicts and negotiations while providing impact and influence
Highly collaborative & effective influencing skills and the ability to operate across multiple geographies

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Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.