Senior Supply Chain Solutions Designer

The Solution Architect – Supply Chain will spearhead the design and delivery of integrated SAP and non-SAP solutions that support global procurement, planning, inventory, and quality management processes.

This role demands hands-on expertise in core supply chain processes, a strong understanding of MRP and planning logic, experience with cloud-based planning tools such as SAP IBP, and the ability to guide technical teams to deliver tailored automation solutions.

The Solution Architect will also manage and mentor a Solution Engineer (Supply Chain) and collaborate with stakeholders across business and IT functions.

• Support global SAP supply chain solution implementations across end-to-end procurement, planning, and inventory processes
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements that add measurable business value
• Conduct fit-gap analysis and architect functional and technical solutions that promote global standards, integration, and automation
• Prepare and maintain detailed solution design documentation and functional specifications
• Configure and support SAP modules including MM, QM, PP, and IM; design custom solutions for procurement, subcontracting, inter-company transactions, and production planning
• Architect automated solutions involving ABAP enhancements, user exits, custom reports, movement types, and forms
• Manage inbound goods planning, procurement-related master data, vendor portal integration, and lifecycle management
• Lead the implementation and support of MRP, demand/supply planning logic, and custom reporting
• Integrate SAP ECC with SAP IBP and other cloud-based or external planning tools
• Monitor batch jobs, interfaces, process chains, and ensure system stability across planning and inventory functions
• Lead system testing cycles and user acceptance testing; oversee smooth deployment of solution changes into production
• Work with supply chain stakeholders to plan road map for 6-12 months and plan resources accordingly
• Guide and mentor the Solution Engineer – Supply Chain on daily tasks, architecture alignment, and delivery timelines
• Respond to service requests efficiently and provide timely communication to stakeholders
• Collaborate with development teams on solution implementation, ensure alignment to system architecture, scalability, and performance
• Execute responsibilities in special projects, adhering to timelines, and escalate risks as needed
• Leverage existing tools and knowledge assets to reduce duplication and accelerate delivery of robust solutions
• Follow prescribed Solution Manager processes and maintain full documentation lifecycle

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Applications, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• Minimum 3 full lifecycle SAP implementations with solution design ownership
• At least 8 years of experience in SAP Supply Chain functional areas (MM, PP, QM, IM)
• Experience with procurement planning, subcontracting, inter-company procurement, MRP, and lifecycle management
• Hands-on experience with SAP IBP or equivalent cloud-based planning tools (preferred)
• Experience with ABAP debugging and collaboration on custom developments
• Knowledge of APO, SRM (preferred)
• Designed and architected solutions to support Procure-to-Pay (P2P) business processes, including integration of SAP systems with internal and external applications
• Proven track record of designing scalable custom solutions in highly customized SAP environments, working in SAP AFS environment would be preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills, system troubleshooting capabilities, and ability to work across global time zones
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in working with international clients in USA and Europe.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and results-driven