Head of ERP (SAP S/4HANA)

PolyPeptide is on a transformative growth journey – expanding globally, investing in new technologies, and increasing production capacity through major site expansions and strategic projects.

As part of this, PolyPeptide are launching a global SAP S/4HANA implementation to modernize and harmonize how they work across sites, systems, and teams. This is a greenfield initiative – and a truly unique opportunity to join from the very beginning and help build the ERP function that will support PolyPeptide’s operations for years to come.

As the Head of ERP, you’ll take the lead in shaping and delivering this enterprise-wide ERP foundation. You’ll be a key player in driving digital transformation across the organization – not just through implementation, but also by establishing a future-proof architecture, building internal capabilities, and creating a scalable, compliant SAP landscape.

About PolyPeptide

PolyPeptide Group AG and its consolidated subsidiaries (“PolyPeptide”) is a specialized Contract Development & Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) for peptide- and oligonucleotide-based active pharmaceutical ingredients. By supporting its customers mainly in pharma and biotech, it contributes to the health of millions of patients across the world. PolyPeptide serves a fast-growing market, offering products and services from pre-clinical through to commercial stages. Its broad portfolio reflects the opportunities in drug therapies across areas and with a large exposure to metabolic diseases, including GLP-1. Dating back to 1952, PolyPeptide
today runs a global network of six GMP-certified facilities in Europe, the U.S. and India. PolyPeptide’s shares (SIX: PPGN) are listed on SIX Swiss Exchange.

Values

Trust: PolyPeptide build and maintain trust in all relationships – both with each other and with customers. They support each other and work as a team.

Innovation: PolyPeptide are curious and driven by finding smart solutions to the challenges they face.

Excellence: PolyPeptide always strive to deliver high quality and adapt to meet the needs of customers.

About the Role

As the Head of ERP, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of the SAP S/4HANA landscape. Your primary focus will be to ensure that their ERP systems effectively support all core functions of a regulated CDMO – from GMP-compliant manufacturing and quality control to finance, supply chain, and client project tracking.

You’ll lead a cross-functional team and work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to design, implement, and evolve robust, scalable, and compliant SAP solutions. You’ll also play a key role in establishing the future SAP Customer Center of Excellence (CCOE), helping us build a stable, secure, and innovation-ready ERP backbone for the years to come.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the SAP ERP roadmap aligned with business growth, GMP compliance, and digital quality standards.
• Lead the delivery of SAP solutions supporting CDMO-specific processes such as batch tracking, client project management, and regulatory reporting.
• Oversee SAP-related projects, upgrades, and enhancements – ensuring compliance with GxP and client-specific requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for ERP across internal functions and client-facing teams.
• Manage a team of SAP functional and technical experts, including consultants and validation specialists.
• Evaluate and implement SAP innovations (e.g., SAP QM, ATTP) to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Ensure system availability, performance, and security for both GMP and non-GMP operations.
• Maintain ERP compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, GAMP 5, and client-specific agreements.
• Manage vendor relationships, including SAP service providers, system integrators, and external auditors.
• Collaborate closely with QA, Compliance, and Validation teams to enforce change control and audit readiness

Your Profile

We’re looking for an experienced ERP leader who can combine technical insight, regulatory awareness, and business understanding:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, IT, Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience with SAP ERP delivery, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience from a regulated manufacturing or CDMO environment.
• Understanding of GxP systems, computerized system validation (CSV), and audit requirements.
• Familiarity with client project management, batch traceability, and supply chain processes.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Proficient in English, both speaking and writing.
• Certifications (e.g. PMP, ITIL, SAP) are a plus.

You are an inspiring and proactive leader who takes clear ownership, drives improvement, and thrives in complex cross-functional settings. You’re passionate about digital transformation and committed to delivering quality and value together with your team.

FIND THIS INTERESTING? APPLY NOW!

If you want to lead the implementation of a new, enterprise-wide SAP system and shape the future of their digital infrastructure at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation, please send in your application right away. The position will be open until August 17 th, but we are applying ongoing selection so do not hesitate to send us your application.

The Global IS/IT team is primarily based in Malmö, but they also welcome applicants located near their other sites in Strasbourg, Braine, or Ambernath, provided you are within commuting distance.

For more information, please contact Line Kejser at lke@capaxrecruitment.com. Swedish applicants are welcome to contact the local union chairman for Akademikerföreningen or Unionen at +46 040-36 62 00 for support.

We only accept applications submitted via the specified application link. Applications sent by email or through other means will not be considered and will be deleted without review.