IT Application Manager & Functional Business Analyst - Logistics
Parma, IT
About us
Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.
At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.
Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.
Chiesi Corporate Functions
GLOBAL ICT
The ICT Department plays a pivotal role in supporting Chiesi’s evolution into a digital and data-driven company. It is structured around five strategic pillars: Skills, Team, ICT Global Architecture, Communication, and GICT Processes. Through this integrated approach, the ICT Department partners with the business to unlock value, drive transformation, and enable sustainable innovation across the Group.
Who we are looking for
This is what you will do
The IT Application Manager & Functional Business Analyst – Logistics partners with Logistics and Supply Chain teams to translate business needs into effective IT solutions. The role focuses on functional analysis, application ownership and solution evolution within a regulated pharmaceutical environment, with limited involvement in project activities mainly related to feasibility studies
You will be responsible for
- Act as a trusted IT partner for Logistics and Supply Chain stakeholders
- Collect and analyze business requirements for the evolution of logistics applications
- Support the definition of future (“to‑be”) processes and functional solutions
- Manage logistics applications across their lifecycle, ensuring stability, compliance and continuous improvement, monitoring also their performance and adoption
- Contribute to feasibility studies, impact assessments and solution evaluations
- Support testing, documentation, change management and handover to support teams
- Ensure adequate documentation and support change management activities to facilitate adoption
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners in line with ICT governance and GxP requirements
You will need to have
- 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 and ability to work in international teams
- Clear communication and customer‑oriented approach
- Flexibility, adaptability, and problem-solving attitude
- English: minimum B2 level
We would prefer for you to have
- Knowledge of RFID systems is considered a plus
- Experience in regulated environments (GxP) is a plus
Location
- Parma Headquarters, with hybrid working arrangement combining presence in the office and remote working
- Occasional international travel (up to 10%)
What we offer
No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.
We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.
Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.
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