Senior Manager, Business Systems
Sumitomo Pharma - Providence, RI
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Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn. Position Summary The Senior Manager (Source-to-Applications) will lead the solution, design, and delivery of the companyu2019s Source-to-Pay (S2P) technology ecosystem, encompassing Coupa, SAP as ERP, and related integration layers . This role is responsible for ensuring seamless process alignment between Procurement, Finance, and Supply Chain , optimizing technology investments, and enabling digital transformation through automation and data-driven insights. The ideal candidate combines deep functional knowledge of procurement and finance processes with strong technical acumen in Coupa, SAP, integrations, and governance . Key Responsibilities Leadership u00b7 Serve as the IT solution lead for Coupa, SAP MM/FI, and other related procurement and finance systems. u00b7 Partner with Procurement, Finance, and IT leadership to drive process optimization, compliance, and cost efficiency. u00b7 Champion best practices for digital sourcing, procurement analytics, supplier collaboration, and contract management. Application & Integration Management u00b7 Responsible for system configuration, enhancements and support for Coupa modules (Procure-to-Pay, Sourcing, Contract Lifecycle Management, Supplier Management, Invoicing). u00b7 Manage integrations between Coupa, SAP ERP , Workday , banking , and 3rd-party applications using middleware. u00b7 Lead upgrades, testing, and change control processes across Coupa and SAP landscapes. Operational Excellence u00b7 Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit, and regulatory requirements (SOX, GDPR, etc.). u00b7 Drive data quality and master data governance across supplier, contract, and spend domains. u00b7 Manage MSP and vendor resources ensuring SLA adherence and value realization. Team & Stakeholder Leadership u00b7 Lead developers, and functional consultants for projects and support. u00b7 Act as a trusted advisor to Procurement and Finance leaders for digital transformation opportunities. u00b7 Collaborate with IT peers across ERP, HR, and analytics functions to deliver integrated enterprise solutions. Qualifications Education: Bacheloru2019s degree in Information Systems, Finance, or Business Management (Masteru2019s preferred). Experience: u00b7 10+ years of experience in enterprise applications or IT solution delivery. u00b7 7+ years leading Source-to-Pay or Procure-to-Pay systems (preferably Coupa and SAP). u00b7 Proven experience managing large-scale ERP and SaaS integrations. u00b7 Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement, sourcing, invoicing, and payments processes. u00b7 Demonstrated success in project governance, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement. Skills & Competencies: u00b7 Expert in Coupa functional configuration and SAP integration (especially MM, FI, and AP modules). u00b7 Capable of translating complex business needs into scalable technical solutions. u00b7 Proficient with middleware SAP CPI and API-based integrations. u00b7 Knowledge of workflow automation , RPA , and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) a plus. u00b7 Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills. Preferred Certifications u2022 Coupa Certified Professional. u2022 SAP certification (MM, FI/CO, or Integration). The base salary range for this role is $145,280 to $181,600. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Confidential Data : All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential. Compliance : Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the
Created: 2025-12-24