Solution Architect Logistics

Job Description

The Solution Architect Logistics will be part of the Global Center of Excellence (COE) for CONMED, which will be operational from India. This role is crucial in the overall COE structure. The SAP Solution Architect is an expert in SAP solutions, responsible for setting and managing the organization&aposs SAP IT landscape in alignment with business requirements and supporting the overall SAP transformation journey.

The SAP Lead Architect is responsible for driving SAP solution architecture and business design, as well as strengthening the partnership with SAP globally. Reporting to the Global COE Head, this role functions as the single point of contact (SPOC) within the business team/On-Site IT Team for all SAP-related matters, especially in logistics area Customer Service, Procurement , Supply Chain , manufacturing including Plant Maintenance . This includes liaising between the IT SAP COE Team, Business COE Team, Business Team and professional services delivery resources, which include both in-house and partner-delivered services.

As a member of the COE, the SAP Lead Architect will also be responsible for setting standards, defining best practices, and engaging in research and innovation. They will work on delivery projects, shaping SAP architectural design, and providing architectural quality assurance across multiple programs. The SAP Solutions Architect is required to maintain an advanced level of SAP technical knowledge across a deep set of foundational technologies and have mastery-level competency in the SAP Sales and Distribution Module, Material Management Module , PP and Quality Module .

Key Duties And Responsibilities

The SAP Solution Architect will be responsible for driving SAP solution architecture and business design within the CONMED IT SAP COE. This role involves strengthening COE team and ensuring the successful implementation of SAP solutions across the organization. This role will also ensure compliance requirements specially regulatory requirements like FDA , Process Controls and system validation requirements . This role will ensure solution design for end-to-end business needs for logistics modules / operational departments .

- Develop and enhance SAP technical solutions: Lead the creation of new SAP landscape and Implementation of SAP by replacing existing non-SAP solutions / Business need. This includes defining scope, documenting business needs and defining landscape. Participate in overall IT roadmap, Long Term IT strategy discussions, so that rework is avoided. Maintains a particular strength in finding what can be delivered out of the box and when it is fitting to use custom development. This is more related to aligning the business process. This role will define the entire flow between the integrated domains such as finance and materials management, SD and Finance, or PM and finance , PP and QM etc
- Define, design, and deliver SAP architectural designs: Provide architectural quality assurance across multiple programs to ensure overall solution. Oversee the design and implementation of SAP solutions, ensuring they are scalable, reliable, and secure. Ensure adherence to SAP architectural standards and best practices. Promote the adoption of SAP best practices and innovative solutions to improve business processes.
- Manage technical architecture analysis, research, design, and development: Ensure integration with key applications and services within the SAP ecosystem. Ensure the efficient and effective operation of SAP systems, including performance monitoring, optimization, and issue resolution.
- Provide architecture and design guidance: Guide development and functional teams to configure and implement solutions according to SAP standards and best practices. Leverage common technical elements and avoid duplication of work. This also includes testing approach, data governance and Go Live activities.
- Monitor the Progress of Overall Program, Projects and Team Monitoring: Lead and manage large-scale SAP projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. Implement robust project management methodologies and practices. Ensure adherence to SAPs documentation practices and standards.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders: Act as a liaison between the business team, IT team, and SAP partners. Establish and enforce governance frameworks to ensure compliance with SAP standards and policies.
- Maintain advanced level technical certification: Stay updated by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and taking part in professional programs.
- Continuous monitoring and improvement: Monitor the system continuously and address both immediate and long-term issues. Identify potential issues and propose new solutions. Be a proactive leader by monitoring trends, identifying potential process improvements, understanding and education on new technologies, impacting the Business group by driving transformational change using IT solutions.
- Team building and mentorship: Take an active role in developing team members, acting as a mentor and coach

Minimum Requirements

Education & Certification

- B Tech or Masters degree or equivalent in a related field to the area of responsibility
- Advanced degree preferred (MBA Operations )
- Certification in SAP: Preferred

Experience

Must have 15+ years of overall SAP experience with strong functional knowledge of Sales, Manufacturing or other Enterprise processes using SAP. Minimum of 10 years prior experience in managing a large-scale SAP related programs in the capacity of Module Lead or Solution Architect

Key Skills

- SAP S4/Hana At least 2-3 Implementation Projects
- SAP architecture design. Experience in SAP Delivery
- Experience in the SAP Ecosystem
- Knowledge of SAP SD/MM/PP/QM Module, Knowledge of interaction between FICO and other modules
- Significant hands-on SAP experience in on premise cloud and public cloud solutions architecture.
- Lead the development of innovative solutions
- Planning tools experience or knowledge of planning tools like SAP IBP, Kinaxis , o9 Solutions etc
- Should have worked on basic knowledge of Charge Back solutions in US like VISTEX or other solutions
- SAP ARIBA experience / Knowledge
- Hands on experience in SAP Warehouse Management
- Strong track record of understanding and interest in current and emerging technologies demonstrated through training, job experience, and/or industry activities.
- Deep knowledge of diverse areas of technology including ERP, Infrastructure, Master Data, LIMS , Plant Maintenance , PLM etc
- Deep knowledge of SAP technical and functional architecture, data model along with new and emerging SAP capabilities.
- Experience in Pharmaceutical, Medical Device or life science industry strongly preferred.
- Experience in fast-paced global multinational matrix organization
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence business team members / stakeholders and manage project teams.
- Strong team player collaborates well with others to solve problems and actively incorporates input from various sources.
- Should have managed regulatory auditors

Location

- Location is Remote in India
- 30-40% Travel within India / Global

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