Job Title: Senior Analyst, Corporate Applications
Reports To: Associate Director, Corporate Applications
Employment Type: C2H
Workplace Type: Remote
JOB OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst with strong hands-on experience in NetSuite ERP and Coupa to support and optimize business processes across Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, and R&D operations within a pharmaceutical environment. The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring system solutions are compliant, scalable, and aligned with regulatory requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBLIITIES
Business Analysis & Stakeholder Engagement
• Partner with Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Compliance teams to gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications for NetSuite and Coupa implementations and enhancements.
• Lead process mapping, gap analysis, and future-state design initiatives.
NetSuite (ERP)
• Serve as a functional expert for NetSuite modules including:
o Financials (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets)
o Procure-to-Pay (P2P)
o Order-to-Cash (OTC)
o Inventory & Supply Chain
• Configure and support workflows, saved searches, reports, roles, and permissions.
• Support integrations with Coupa, banking systems, and third-party applications.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and audit activities.
Coupa (Procurement & Spend Management)
• Act as a hands-on functional lead for Coupa:
o Requisitions, PO, Invoicing, Expenses, and Supplier Management
• Troubleshoot integration issues between Coupa and NetSuite.
• Drive process improvements to enhance P2P efficiency and controls.
Compliance & Validation (Pharma / Life Sciences)
• Ensure systems and processes align with SOX, GxP, and internal controls.
• Support system validation documentation (e.g., requirements, testing, traceability).
• Participate in audits and inspections as needed.
Testing, Deployment & Support
• Lead UAT planning and execution, defect management, and sign-off.
• Develop training materials and conduct end-user training.
• Provide post-go-live support and continuous improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS
Ideal Profile (Must-Haves)
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in pharma or life sciences.
• Hands-on functional experience with NetSuite ERP (minimum 3–5 years).
• Hands-on experience with Coupa (Procurement, Invoicing, Expenses).
• Strong understanding of Finance and Procure-to-Pay processes.
• Experience with system integrations (NetSuite–Coupa strongly preferred).
• Excellent documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves)
• Experience in public or pre-IPO pharmaceutical/biotech companies.
• Knowledge of GxP, SOX, and validation frameworks.
• NetSuite or Coupa certifications.
• Familiarity with middleware (e.g., Workato, Boomi).
Key Competencies
• End-to-end ERP & P2P process expertise
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with a strong compliance mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication
This is a remote position.