Global Supply Chain Solutions Architect

Solution Architects with expertise in supply chain design and delivery are sought after to lead the implementation of integrated SAP and non-SAP solutions globally. This role demands hands-on experience in core supply chain processes, a strong understanding of MRP and planning logic, and experience with cloud-based planning tools such as SAP IBP.

This position requires a Solution Architect to support global SAP supply chain solution implementations across end-to-end procurement, planning, and inventory processes. The ideal candidate will collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements that add measurable business value.

The responsibilities of this role include conducting fit-gap analysis and architecting functional and technical solutions that promote global standards, integration, and automation. Additionally, the successful candidate will prepare and maintain detailed solution design documentation and functional specifications.

The Solution Architect will configure and support SAP modules including MM, QM, PP, and IM; design custom solutions for procurement, subcontracting, inter-company transactions, and production planning. They will also architect automated solutions involving ABAP enhancements, user exits, custom reports, movement types, and forms.

Key skills and qualifications for this role include 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. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with SAP IBP or equivalent cloud-based planning tools, experience with ABAP debugging and collaboration on custom developments, and knowledge of APO, SRM.

A bachelor's degree in engineering, business applications, computer science, information systems, or a related field is required. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of designing scalable custom solutions in highly customized SAP environments and working in SAP AFS environment would be preferred.

• Main Responsibilities
• 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 (CC, FS, TS).
• Leverage and deploy Generative AI-assisted data analytics and apply logical constructs to custom programming steps to design efficient, scalable business solutions with minimal reliance on development resources.