Business Process Architect - EHS
Lonza
Summary
As part of Lonza's global SAP S/4HANA transformation program, the Business Process Architect – EHS will play a critical role in advancing and harmonizing Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) and Product Compliance processes across our global network. Acting as a subject matter expert, you will partner with business and technology teams to drive the successful implementation and continuous improvement of SAP S/4HANA EHS capabilities.
Job description
What will you do
- Support the global deployment of SAP S/4HANA EHS and Product Compliance solutions across multiple implementation waves.
- Serve as the business process expert for Incident Management, Action & Task Management, Inspection & Audit Management, Risk Assessment, and Global Label Management (GLM).
- Collaborate with global EHS, Product Compliance, IT, and program stakeholders to align business requirements with SAP S/4HANA capabilities.
- Act as the liaison between corporate program teams and site-level stakeholders to ensure successful adoption of standardized processes.
- Evaluate local business processes, identify gaps, and drive alignment with global templates and best practices.
- Lead process design, harmonization, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.
- Develop and deliver training, documentation, and change management materials to support user adoption.
- Participate in system testing, validation, defect resolution, and go-live readiness activities.
- Provide expert guidance on EHS regulatory and compliance requirements within SAP-enabled business processes.
- Support long-term sustainability and governance of EHS and Product Compliance solutions post-implementation.
What we are looking for
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in EHS and/or Product Compliance within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing industries.
- Proven experience implementing and optimizing EHS processes in SAP environments, including SAP S/4HANA.
- Hands-on experience supporting full lifecycle SAP implementations, from design and configuration through deployment and post-go-live support.
- Strong knowledge of EHS and Product Compliance business processes.
- Experience with Global Label Management (GLM) required; experience with Environment Management and Sustainability Control Tower is strongly preferred.
- Professional EHS certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, or similar) are a plus.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively across global, cross-functional, and multicultural teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in EHS and/or Product Compliance within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing industries.
- Proven experience implementing and optimizing EHS processes in SAP environments, including SAP S/4HANA.
- Hands-on experience supporting full lifecycle SAP implementations, from design and configuration through deployment and post-go-live support.
- Strong knowledge of EHS and Product Compliance business processes.
- Experience with Global Label Management (GLM) required.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively across global, cross-functional, and multicultural teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.
Benefits
- Performance-related bonus
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Lonza is a pioneering global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and a world leader in pharmaceutical manufacturing services. Founded in 1897 in Switzerland, the company has evolved into the first and original CDMO, now operating as one of the largest Western CDMO networks with approximately 19,000 employees across more than 30 sites spanning five continents. Lonza specializes in transforming therapeutic discoveries into life-saving and life-enhancing treatments for patients worldwide. The company's comprehensive services span from early development to drug substance and drug product manufacturing, covering established and emerging technologies including mammalian biologics, small molecules, highly potent APIs, bioconjugates, mRNA, microbial products, and cell and gene therapies. With a focus on cutting-edge science, smart technology, and lean manufacturing, Lonza serves a diverse customer base ranging from emerging biotechs to global pharmaceutical companies, delivering integrated solutions throughout the entire treatment lifecycle.