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Job Description

Principal Analyst / Specialist (SAP ABAP)

The Future Begins Here

At Takeda, we are leading digital evolution and global transformation. By building innovative solutions and future-ready capabilities, we are meeting the need of patients, our people, and the planet.

Bengaluru, the city, which is India’s epicenter of Innovation, has been selected to be home to Takeda’s recently launched Innovation Capability Center. We invite you to join our digital transformation journey. In this role, you will have the opportunity to boost your skills and become the heart of an innovative engine that is contributing to global impact and improvement.  

At Takeda’s ICC we Unite in Diversity

Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative workplace, where individuals are recognized for their backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continuously improving our collaborators journey in Takeda, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our diverse team.

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE

This Principal Analyst / Specialist (SAP ABAP) is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of SAP ERP solutions within the organization. This role involves collaborating with functional teams, business stakeholders, and technical teams to ensure seamless integration, customization, and enhancement of SAP ERP systems. The Development Lead will oversee a team of developers, integration specialists and security specialists and will also be responsible for ensuring the quality, scalability, and performance of SAP developments. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, leadership, and management skills to drive the successful implementation and customization of SAP ERP solutions. 

Leadership & Team Management: 

Lead a team of SAP developers, providing technical guidance and mentorship. 

Ensure alignment between the development team and the organization’s SAP project goals. 

Manage projects and demands timelines, deliverables, and coordinate with cross-functional teams. 

Oversee the projects and demands solutions for the projects and demands delivered by internal team or external vendors  

 

Technical Development: 

 

Oversee the design, development, and implementation of custom enhancements, interfaces, and reports in SAP ERP systems. 

Collaborate with functional consultants to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications. 

Ensure development follows Takeda SAP best practices, coding standards, and is aligned with business processes. 

System Design & Integration: 

Architect and design custom solutions that extend the functionality of SAP ERP. 

Ensure seamless integration between SAP ERP and other enterprise applications. 

Monitor and optimize performance, ensuring system stability and scalability. 

 

SAP Modules Expertise: 

Have a solid overview of several SAP modules (e.g., FI/CO, MM, SD, SCM, Commercial, Manufacturing). 

Manage and support the development of ABAP programs, SAP Fiori/UI5 applications, SAP S/4HANA migrations, and other custom developments. 

Quality Assurance & Testing: 

Collaborate with the QA team to resolve issues and optimize development processes. 

 

Documentation & Compliance: 

Create and maintain technical documentation for custom developments and integrations. 

Ensure compliance with organizational policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements. 

Soft Skills: 

Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills. 

Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. 

Ability to support with the team multiple projects and demands, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. 

 

 

ACCOUNTABILITIES

 

Oversee the design, development, and implementation of custom enhancements, interfaces, and reports in SAP ERP systems 

 

Team Development 

Work closely with the Global chapter lead and other ERP Global Subchapter Leads and Streamleads within the chapter to provide the vision and lead the team capabilities build-out. 

Cooperate closely with other Global Subchapter Leads within the chapter to ensure consistency in the procedures chapter wide. 

Lead own team as an experienced practitioner and be a role model to the members. 

Identify team members to serve as leaders who help provide training and oversight for their people management responsibilities. 

Manage escalations, risks and issues related to the services delivered. 

Talent Development 

Works with HR to define roles, recruit top talent, conduct candidate interviews, and onboard new chapter members 

Track the progress of each individual toward completion of the training curriculum 

Set targets for development and growth, and completes final assessment of team members in professional development, in alignment with the technical capability lead. 

Lead talent development and retention initiatives, including provisioning of training, sharing of best practices, and initiatives to promote a culture of continuous improvement. 

Performance Evaluations 

Oversee collection of formative and evaluative feedback for each team member from their network of professional connections 

Oversee delivery of performance evaluations for team members, factoring in individual contributions and collective team performance 

 

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS  

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise

Leadership

Experience developing and managing high performing teams 

Strong strategic thinking and decision making 

Has demonstrated success in leading IT and technical teams 

Ability to form strong working relationships across a matrix environment  

Excellent communication, listening and influencing skills; ability to listen, anticipate customer needs and influence solutions. 

Act as a change agent, drive IT culture and mindset within the country and region  

 

Decision-making and Autonomy

Technically strong in SAP ERP with proven ability to make sound decisions and lead data and digital technology teams. 

Ability to lead effectively and work concurrently across multiple priorities in a goal-oriented, timeline-driven, and remote management work environment 

Solutions oriented, with the ability to structure ambiguous problems and develop qualitative and quantitative approaches for identifying and assessing various options to provide solutions 

Strong business acumen with an ability to understand the business implications of decisions 

Result oriented – drives to pragmatic solutions and balances the ideal with the practical in order to deliver best value to the organization 

Makes timely decisions and translates strategy into action. Ensures impact is quantified, tracked and realized  

Continuous Improvement & Innovation: 

Stay updated on SAP technologies, tools, and best practices. 

Proactively identify areas of improvement, propose solutions, and implement them to enhance system efficiency. 

 

Complexity

Operating in a IT/data technology complex environment, heavily regulated environment  

Demonstrated capability to successfully collaborate in a matrix organization and manage a complex cross functional global environment . 

Working within international / global remit and within and across other cultures 

 

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS: 

Essential  

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 

Experience: 8+ years of experience in SAP development with at least 4+ years in a leadership role, Leading at least 7+ developers and other technical personnel 

Preferred Certifications: 

SAP Certified Development Professional or SAP Certified Technology Specialist certifications. 

 

Technical Skills: 

Proficiency in SAP ABAP, SAP Fiori, and UI5 development. 

Experience with BTP 

Strong experience with BAPI, IDOCs, and ALE. 

Expertise in integration with third-party systems (via web services, APIs, etc.). 

Experience with SAP Workflow, SAP HANA, and SAP Cloud Platform is a plus. 

 

Desired 

Strong experience with SAP S/4HANA implementations 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Flexibility in working hours due to global nature (different time-zones) and demands of the role and the organization 

Flexibility to travel (~20 - 30%). 

This is a hybrid work model with expected 10 days in the office presence or as described in the actual company policy 

What Takeda Can Offer You 

Takeda is certified as a Top Employer, not only in India, but also globally. No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people. At Takeda, you take the lead on building and shaping your own career. Joining the ICC in Bangalore will give you access to high-end technology, continuous training and a diverse and inclusive network of colleagues who will support your career growth. 

Benefits 

It is our priority to provide competitive compensation and a benefit package that bridges your personal life with your professional career. Amongst our benefits are: 

Competitive Salary + Performance Annual Bonus 

Flexible work environment, including hybrid working Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance Plans for self, spouse, and children Group Term Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance programs Health & Wellness programsEmployee Assistance Program 3 days of leave every year for Voluntary Service in additional to Humanitarian Leaves Broad Variety of learning platforms   Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs Reimbursements – Home Internet & Mobile Phone Employee Referral Program Leaves – Paternity Leave (4 Weeks) , Maternity Leave (up to 26 weeks), Bereavement Leave (5 days) 

About ICC in Takeda 

Takeda is leading a digital revolution. We’re not just transforming our company; we’re improving the lives of millions of patients who rely on our medicines every day. As an organization, we are committed to our cloud-driven business transformation and believe the ICCs are the catalysts of change for our global organization.

 

 

LocationsIND - Bengaluru

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time