Solutions Architect – Supply Chain

Job SummaryThe Solution Architect – Supply Chain will lead the design and delivery of integrated SAP and non-SAP solutions supporting global procurement, planning, inventory, and quality management processes. This role will be responsible for architecting scalable and efficient solutions in a highly customized SAP ECC AFS environment. The position demands hands-on expertise in core supply chain processes, 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.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 resourcesRequirements- 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