Job Title: SAP Functional Lead & Solution Owner
Location: Seattle, WA
Department: SAP Centre of Competency
Reports To: SVP SAP Finance Transformation
About Us: this is who we are
At Evotec, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged—it’s celebrated.
Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper? #BeCUREious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!
The Role: Your challenge …in our journey
We’re looking for a passionate and curious SAP Functional Lead & Solution Owner to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories.
SAP Functional Lead & Solution Owner to join our dynamic team here at Evotec. You will be responsible for our SAP ERP platform, providing strategic direction, cross-functional coordination, and internal leadership across modules such as Supply Chain, Finance, Sales and Procurement.
In this role, you will not only guide internal SAP consultants but also serve as the key point of contact between business stakeholders, external SAP experts, and the wider IT organization.
You will own the SAP solution governance and ensure that system changes are aligned with business goals and architectural standards. This role requires a strategic thinker who can effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
As a SAP Functional Lead & Solution Owner at Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.
What You’ll Do:
SAP Governance & Solution Ownership
Serve as internal solution owner for SAP, overseeing design consistency, data integrity, and cross-functional integration.
Own the SAP governance process, including change advisory, release planning, and coordination with business process owners.
Ensure the SAP system supports business process efficiency, compliance, and scalability.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Coordinate the work of internal SAP functional consultants across modules (e.g., Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Security).
Translate business requirements into actionable SAP solutions, working closely with key users and stakeholders.
Maintain a high-level understanding of end-to-end processes and identify opportunities for process improvement or automation.
Project & Partner Management
Lead or support delivery of SAP-related projects (e.g., upgrades, integrations, enhancement waves).
Act as the primary liaison for external SAP consultants, developers, and architects, ensuring alignment with internal standards and objectives.
Facilitate decision-making on solution design, resourcing, and system road map execution.
Knowledge Management & Leadership
Guide internal team members and ensure knowledge transfer, documentation, and adherence to best practices.
Provide internal oversight of areas such as Compliance, master data, testing/validation, and data migration when applicable.
Support leadership with updates on SAP performance, risks, and improvement plans.
Who You Are:
Experience in SAP functional roles (cross-module exposure preferred).
Demonstrated leadership in SAP solution ownership, process alignment, or governance roles.
Strong understanding of core SAP modules (e.g., MM, FI/CO, SD, EWM), even if not deep in each.
Proven ability to manage stakeholders and translate business needs into SAP actions.
Experience in life sciences / pharma / regulated industries.
Preferred
Exposure to SAP S/4HANA and modern SAP integration (Fiori, Cloud services).
Experience with vendor/partner management.
Soft Skills
Strong organizational and coordination abilities.
Proactive, hands-on, and collaborative mindset.
Why Join Us:
Growth Opportunities: We’re a company that believes in continuous learning and development. Whether it’s professional courses, mentorship, or new projects, we’ll help you grow.
Flexible Work Environment: We offer flexible work options to help you balance your professional and personal life, site based with flexible hybrid working.
Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is valued, and curiosity is encouraged.
Innovative Projects: You’ll have the chance to work on groundbreaking initiatives and cutting-edge technology in an atmosphere where your curiosity is the key to success.
A Place for Big Ideas: We don’t just talk about thinking outside the box—we throw the box away. If you’ve got ideas, we want to hear them.
Are You Still Curious?
If you’ve read this far, then chances are you’ve got a curious mind—just like us. So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply today. We can’t wait to see where your curiosity leads you—and how it will shape the future of Evotec.
Let your curiosity guide your career—#BeCUREious and explore the endless possibilities at Evotec!
The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $168,000 to $193,000; Base salary offered may vary depending on the individual’s skills, experience and competitive market value. Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness, and transportation benefits.
Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Top Skills
What We Do
Evotec is a biotechnology company that is committed to advancing drug discovery and development. Through flexible business models, we collaborate with pharmaceutical companies, biotechs, foundations, and government agencies on a substantial scale. We believe that by working together, we can make a difference in the lives of patients.
Our Pipeline Co-Creation model represents our adaptable, multi-modality, fully integrated end-to-end approach to drive collaborations and services across all phases of drug discovery and development – from discovery of novel targets to achieving Proof of Concept in the clinic and into commercial manufacturing.
We aspire to contribute data-driven disease understanding and early disease relevance in humans to bring the probability of success up. We select the right modality, which is then propelled forward on our platforms by our passionate people striving for the fastest and most effective ways towards patient impact. This is enabled by convergence of human ingenuity with data and AI.
We also offer specific solutions, products, and CRO/CDMO-like services, always in support of the Biopharma R&D innovator. Our more than 4,000 scientists work closely with numerous partners concurrently, delivering fully integrated research and development portfolios or individual projects with the highest quality standards and efficiency, coupled with great science, passion, engagement, and communication.
