S/4 HANA – LeanIX Product Owner

Role Title: S/4 HANA – LeanIX Product Owner

Location: Chennai

We are one purpose-led global organisation. The enablers and innovators, ensuring that we can fulfil our mission to push the boundaries of science and discover and develop life-changing medicines. We take pride in working close to the cause, opening the locks to save lives, ultimately making a massive difference to the outside world.

AstraZeneca (AZ) is in a period of strong growth and our employees have a united purpose to make a difference to patients around the world who need both our medicines and the ongoing developments from our science.   In this journey AZ must continue to work across borders and with partners and new colleagues in a fast and seamless way.  The ambition, size and complexity of the organisation, coupled with the opportunities afforded by new technology, has led the Board to approve a large-scale transformation programme – Axial.

The Axial Programme will be powered by S/4HANA a new ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system which will be implemented right across the organisation and will provide our business with standardised processes, enhanced financial management, common data and real time reporting, transforming the way we work through our entire supply chain - from bench to patient.

The new system will be used by more than 20,000 employees daily, is foundational to all AZ entities and is central to most core business processes.  This is a once in a generation programme for AstraZeneca and will shape our ways of working globally for many years to come.

The Axial programme needs the best talent to work in it.  Whether it’s the technical skills, business understanding or change leadership, we want to ensure we have the strongest team deployed throughout.  We are aiming to deliver a world class change programme that leaves all employees with a fuller understanding of their role in the end-to-end nature of our global company.  This programme will provide AZ with a competitive edge, to the benefit of our employees, customers and patients.

AstraZeneca is looking for a Product Owner to drive the continued development and adoption of LeanIX with the enterprise. This role will be responsible for owning and managing the LeanIX tool within AstraZeneca and will be expected to collaborate with architecture teams across the company to ensure LeanIX continues to deliver data driven architecture that supports our strategic goals.

In addition to having a strong understanding of LeanIX or similar Enterprise Architecture Management (EAM) tools, the role will require exceptional communication and influencing skills to effectively manage competing requests from architects and to prioritise effectively.

What you’ll do

• Serve as the primary owner and point of contact for the LeanIX tool.
• Work collaboratively with internal architecture teams to determine business requirements.
• Manage the product backlog and prioritize feature development for LeanIX based on alignment to strategy, user feedback and business impact.
• Develop and implement product roadmaps for LeanIX to support the Architecture strategy.
• Prioritise and structure work for delivery by the AstraZeneca LeanIX support team.
• Set and communicate standards and best practices to the LeanIX user community.
• Design and operate governance processes that facilitate the use of LeanIX, while maintaining data quality.
• Ensure LeanIX is user-friendly, efficient, and aligned with business objectives.
• Facilitate regular update meetings, training and support for LeanIX adoption among employees.

Essential for the role

• 5+ years of experience in product management, preferably with EAM tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyse data and make data-driven decisions.
• Passion for improving user experience and driving business outcomes.
• Strong influencing skills.

Desirable for the role

• Experience with LeanIX.
• Experience in Enterprise or Business Architecture roles.
• Knowledge of internal tool development and management.
• Familiarity with UX/UI design principles.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

Why AstraZeneca?

At Astrazeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imaging yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and hope its yours
• If you’re curious to know more then we welcome your application no later than

Where can I find out more?

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Date Posted

09-Sept-2025

Closing Date

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.