SAP Analytics Senior Engineer

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Job Description

The Future Begins Here

At Takeda, we are creating a future-ready organization that uses data and digital to meet the needs of patients, our people, and the planet. We need your help to make this happen. Join our Innovation Capability Center (ICC) in Bratislava, Slovakia.

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. 

The Opportunity

As a SAP Analytics Senior Engineer you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing advanced analytics solutions using SAP Analytics Cloud. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into effective analytics solutions. We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Senior SAP Analytics Cloud Engineer with over 10 years of experience in enterprise analytics, ideally within the pharmaceutical industry and a strong background in finance transformation.

Responsibilities

Solution Design and Development:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand complex requirements in the GMS/GQ domains.
• Design, develop, and optimize SAC solutions including planning, dashboards, predictive analytics, and custom development.
• Ensure adherence to Takeda’s analytics architecture and governance standards.
• Ensure seamless integration between SAC and various data sources, including SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW, SAP Datasphere and third-party databases, to support reporting needs.
  

Analytics and Planning:

• Develop SAC models incorporating both live and acquired data sources while maximizing performance and scalability.
• Create advanced reports with customized filtering, sorting, and drill-down functionalities for a better user experience.
• Design and implement multi-model planning applications, custom calculations, allocations, and advanced scripting within SAC. Utilizing predictive forecasting and smart predict features to enhance planning capabilities.
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with IT teams, GMS/GQ functional leads, and global process owners to ensure alignment between analytics initiatives and organizational goals.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify technical and functional requirements.
• Work within an agile environment, participating in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and cross-functional reviews.
  

Performance Optimization:

• Monitor SAC performance and conduct troubleshooting.
• Continuously improve analytics solutions and introduce relevant innovations from SAP technologies.
  

User Training & Documentation:

• Provide training and documentation to end users
• Perform unit testing and collaborate with users during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure accuracy, reliability, and performance of reports.
  

Release Management:

• Manage release cycles, coordinate across IT and business teams for successful deployments, and ensure alignment with go-live governance and approval processes.
  

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in SAP Business Intelligence/Analytics roles.
• Minimum 3+ years in SAP Analytics Cloud (Planning and Reporting).
• Proven track record in finance domain analytics (FP&A, P&L modeling, cost center planning).
• Proficiency in SAC functionalities such as story building, calculated measures, planning functions, and integration with SAP BW, HANA, SAP Datasphere and other SAP and non-SAP tool.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional agile teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders from various organizational levels.
• Deep problem-solving skills with a focus on performance optimization and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to work in an organized, methodical, and self-reliant manner while managing complex projects and multiple priorities.
• Ensure clarity and precision in delivery, while maintaining accountability for deadlines and quality standards.
• Excellent English skills, both written and verbal.

Tools and Technology

• 3+ years demonstrating a high degree of proficiency in designing and developing complex, high-quality analytical solutions using SAP Analytics Solutions 
• Advanced knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., SQL or Python or SAC Scripting) for data preparation, transformation, and predictive modeling.
• Hands-on experience working with SAP Analytics Solutions, such as SAP BW, S/4HANA, SAP Datasphere or Business Technology Platform (BTP).

What Takeda Can Offer You

At Takeda, you may build your career, while contributing to better people’s lives. Expect trust driven culture built around Integrity, Fairness, Honesty and Perseverance. Joining ICC will give you access to high end technology, training and colleagues who will support your growth.

Salary

As a motivated employee, you should be compensated appropriately. The minimum salary for this position is €4.466,66 per month (full time), but your final remuneration package may be higher depending on your qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Here are a few benefits our employees are enjoying at Takeda. To get a full picture of what we are offering, follow this link.

• Cafeteria
• Medical - High standard medical care
• Bridge days
• Summer Hours
• Multisport Card

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