Senior Analyst - Material Management/ Inventory Management

Work Your Magic with us! Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. Key responsibilities. Lead functional design and configuration for MM and IM processes (procure-to-pay, inventory management, movement types, valuation, batch/serial management, MRP, release strategies, pricing). Configure and optimize master data, material types, vendor master, source list, info records, and configure integration with QM, PP-PI, WM/Extended WM or EWM as needed. Define and translate business requirements into SAP solutions; create functional specs for integrations, enhancements, reports, and interfaces. Lead blueprinting, workshop facilitation, and fit-gap analysis; support data migration and cutover activities across all 3 sector’s ERPs. Integration: Strong knowledge of MM integration with SD, PP, FI/CO, QM; experience with data migration and IDOCs/BAPI interfaces. Develop test scripts, coordinate unit/integration/user acceptance testing, and support issue resolution during go-live and hypercare. Provide guidance on best practices, system enhancements, and SAP roadmap alignment (S/4HANA MM/IM where applicable). Collaborate with cross-functional teams (PP, SD, FI/CO, QM, PM, IT security) to ensure end-to-end process alignment. Mentor junior consultants; contribute to project estimation, risk assessment, and knowledge transfer. Ensure compliance with Merck standards, data governance, and security requirements. Soft skills: Stakeholder management, workshop facilitation, clear documentation, cross-functional collaboration, mentoring. Preferred behaviours. Proactive problem solving, attention to data integrity, and continuous improvement mindset. Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams and manage conflicting priorities. Customer-focused with strong documentation and knowledge-sharing habits. What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress! Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!