PDM Supply Chain Digital Product Manager End to End Supply Chain

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About Astellas 

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com. 

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Astellas’ Global Capability Centres – Overview

Astellas’ Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are strategically located sites that give Astellas the ability to access talent across various functions in the value chain and to co-locate core capabilities that are currently dispersed. Our three GCCs are located in India, Poland and Mexico.

The GCCs will enhance our operational efficiency, resilience and innovation potential, enabling a timely response to changing business demands.

Our GCCs are an integral part of Astellas, guided by our shared values and behaviours, and are critical enablers of the company’s strategic priorities, sustainable growth, and commitment to turn innovative science into VALUE for patients.

Working Environment and Location

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  GCC POLAND: This is a permanent role based in our Global Capability Centre in Warsaw, Poland and hybrid working with the expectation for some office presence. Flexibility may be required in line with business need. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office

  
  

  Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement - At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

  
  

Purpose and Scope

Act as a Digital Supply Chain Subject Matter Expert within the PDM-Digital organisation, translating business strategy into scalable, compliant, and value-driven digital solutions. Supports and, where required, leads the delivery of digital transformation initiatives across global supply chain and manufacturing, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and business priorities. Provides Domain expertise in the areas of Advanced Planning and execution Systems like SAP IBP and SAP S4

Role and Responsibilities

• Work within the PDM-Digital team as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), enabling business functions and leveraging DX capabilities to execute business strategy successfully


• Support the Lead PDM-Digital Supply Chain in translating global business strategy into clearly defined, value-driven IT initiatives


• Report project progress to Steering Committees / Programme Boards, ensuring transparency on risks, dependencies, and value delivery


• Ensure availability of robust project plans covering technical, organisational, process, change management, and training dimensions 


• Ensure Astellas Manufacturing functions and CMOs understand, support, and adopt IT initiatives


• Act as a key interface between business, IT (DX), and external partners, ensuring responsiveness to business feedback 

Continue:Role and Responsibilities

• Lead, jointly with the business, the selection of digital solutions and third-party providers


• Ensure initiatives align with the enterprise IT landscape, leveraging existing capabilities wherever possible


• Develop, maintain, and communicate system lifecycle roadmaps for manufacturing and supply chain systems in scope


• Support benefits tracking and value realisation, ensuring expected outcomes are delivered


• Ensure adherence to GxP, validation, audit, and regulatory requirements


• Support governance processes (e.g., CAB, system lifecycle management)


• Ensure solutions meet quality, compliance, and audit readiness expectations 

Essential Qualifications

• Strong expertise in digital supply chain systems (SAP IBP, ERP, Manufacturing systems)


• Strong expertise in SAP IBP, ERP (S/4/ECC), and manufacturing systems, with the ability to translate business requirements into scalable digital solutions


• Solid capability in data analytics and visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, SAC) with a focus on data integrity, master data governance, and enabling decision-making


• Proven experience in project delivery and stakeholder management in a global environment


• Strong understanding of pharma supply chain and manufacturing processes


• Knowledge of GxP, compliance, and validation frameworks


• Experience working with system integrators and technology vendors


• Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline 


• Advanced degree (e.g., MSc/MBA) in Digital, Supply Chain, or Technology Management preferred


• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., SAP, Agile, Cloud/Data platforms) desirable to support digital solution delivery

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of integration architectures, system lifecycle management, and GxP/validation requirements within a regulated pharma environment 

• Strong ability to operate in complex business environments and translate requirements into data solutions/designs/architectures.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across regions and time zones.

Benefits

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Why Astellas

• Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.


• Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
  


• Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare. 
  


• A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

Our Organizational Values and Behaviors 

Values: Integrity, Innovation and Impact sit at the heart of what we do.

Behaviors: We come together as ‘One Astellas’, working with courage and a sense of urgency. We are outcome focused and consistently take accountability for our personal contribution.

Our Organisational Values and Behaviours

Skills and Capabilities