Job Introduction

Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we’re delighted you want to learn more about Dechra.

Dechra are a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2000 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business

The Opportunity 

The Manufacturing and Supply Chain division within Dechra is implementing Oracle Cloud applications across its internal manufacturing sites. This is a key project in the digital transformation of the end-to-end processes across the division and the outcome will be to harmonize best practice across the global business with increased efficiency, compliance and productivity.   

The Business Analyst will support the Global Process Owner, ensuring the workstream deliverables and activities are completed in full, and on time for the programme. 

Role Responsibility

So, what will you be doing? This role has a broad and varied remit and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including:

• Support the completion of key project deliverables such as Change Impact Assessments, User Requirement Specifications and Functional Risk Assessments.  
• Assist in the authoring, reviewing and approval process of user acceptance testing scripts, Global / Local SOPs and Work Instructions.  
• Ensure all deliverables and documentation meet Quality and Computer Systems Validation (CSV) standards. 
• Competent use of various systems including Kneat, Veeva, Zoho, Asana and Oracle. 
• Good understanding of the overall ERP system design, with proficient knowledge of the Global Process Owners workstream and processes.  
• Ability to facilitate face-to-face and virtual training with manufacturing sites in various global locations. 
• Able to work to deadlines, communicate and escalate challenges effectively, with a solution focused mindset.
• Deputise for the Global Process Owner as and when required 
• Ad-hoc support of the Business-as-usual quarterly update process and change management of the Oracle solution 

The Ideal Candidate

Here at Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and we embrace candidates from all walks of life. We’re particularly keen to hear from those who have/are:

• Experience in an ERP system 
• Able to work in a fast-paced change environment, both individually and in a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven experience in building successful partnerships.
• Ability to work to deadlines and escalate issues  

• Desirable: 

• Experience within a global business 
• Knowledge of best practice compliance in a pharmaceutical environment 

• Additional Information:

• Global travel may be required 
• Please note: Contract end date will be December 2025 

About the Company

Dechra is a global specialist in veterinary pharmaceuticals and related products business. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

We are a global leader in veterinary endocrinology and topical dermatology, have a broad portfolio of analgesia, anaesthetics and products for the treatment of pain, and are also recognised as innovators in other specialisations such as the treatment of equine lameness, nutrition and differentiated generics. 

We deliver high quality products and services to veterinarians worldwide through our employees and a network of third parties to sustainably improve global animal health and welfare.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Culture and Values. They are important to us and have helped drive the Group’s success. 

Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC