Craig Brown

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S4 HANA Insights & Analytics LEAD BUSINESS ANALYST at AstraZeneca

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Craig is a results-driven S4 HANA Lead Business Analyst at AstraZeneca, specializing in SAP FICO implementation and project management. An ACCA certified professional, he has extensive experience leading cross-functional teams across Europe and Asia. Colleagues describe him as a knowledgeable, adaptable, and passionate expert in his field.

He is a strong advocate for creating inclusive and positive work environments. His commitment to this was recognized when he received a Global Recognition Award for Diversity and Inclusion for his efforts in organizing events and initiatives to increase interaction and inclusion among people from diverse backgrounds.

Craig received a Global Recognition Award for leading a project that streamlined manufacturing work processes across Europe.

Personality Overview

Charismatic

Achievement-Oriented

Persuasive

They are charming and can persuade others to support their decisions.  If they come to believe in your value proposition, they will be your champion. They prefer to ensure that they are in control of the situation.

Topics They Care About

SAP S/4HANA Migration
He is a Subject Matter Expert in SAP FICO and has led multiple large-scale SAP S/4HANA implementation projects, including a migration for 28 countries at Astellas Pharma.
Financial Transformation
His career focuses on implementing new business processes and financial controls, leveraging SAP to standardize and improve finance operations for multinational corporations.
Process Improvement
He received a Continuous Improvement Global Recognition Award for simplifying and standardizing work processes, demonstrating a focus on efficiency and best practices.

Media Appearances

Craig has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2024
S4 HANA Insights & Analytics LEAD BUSINESS ANALYST at AstraZeneca
4-2024 - 8-2024
Senior SAP FICO Consultant at Capgemini
11-2021 - 3-2024
SAP FICO Business Analyst at Air Products
6-2020 - 11-2021
S4 HANA Finance Business Analyst at Astellas Pharma Inc.
7-2019 - 1-2020
SAP S4HANA FICO Business Analyst at Osborne Clarke

Education

2008 - 2010
Postgraduate Certificate in Management from Cornell University
2016 - 2016
Education details unavailable from Right Managemt

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Insights For Selling To Craig

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Display high self-confidence and expect them to have a strong personality.
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage
  • Talk about yourself and some of your achievements at the start of the conversation

DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness
  • Don’t force involvement of other stakeholders unless it is critical
  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Craig is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Craig

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Craig move?

  • If you earn their trust and they develop faith in the product, they can make decisions quickly.
  • Can Craig take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Craig

Personality Compatibility


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