IT Application Manager & Functional Business Analyst - Logistics

TL;DR

IT Application Manager & Functional Business Analyst - Logistics (SAP): Translate business needs into effective IT solutions for logistics and supply chain applications with an accent on functional analysis, application lifecycle management, and compliance in a regulated pharmaceutical environment. Focus on collecting requirements, defining to-be processes, conducting feasibility studies, and ensuring stability and performance of logistics systems.

Location: Parma Headquarters, with hybrid working arrangement combining presence in the office and remote working. Occasional international travel (up to 10%).

Company

International research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, headquartered in Parma, Italy.

What you will do

• Act as trusted IT partner for Logistics and Supply Chain stakeholders
• Collect and analyze business requirements for logistics applications evolution
• Support definition of future processes and functional solutions
• Manage logistics applications lifecycle, ensuring stability, compliance, performance, and adoption
• Contribute to feasibility studies, impact assessments, and solution evaluations
• Support testing, documentation, change management, and handover to support teams
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners per ICT governance and GxP requirements

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or other scientific disciplines
• 5+ years of experience in IT roles, preferably as functional analyst and/or application manager
• Solid knowledge of logistics and supply chain processes
• Functional experience on SAP S/4HANA (WH, EWM, MD)
• Strong analytical skills, proactive mindset, ability to work in international teams
• English: minimum B2 level

Nice to have

• Knowledge of RFID systems
• Experience in regulated environments (GxP)

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives
• Competitive salary package with performance bonuses and market-benchmarked benefits
• Flexible working arrangements, remote work options, tax assistance for foreign colleagues
• Access to resources and training for development
• Robust relocation support
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability as a B Corp