Please reply on:- ravindra@veridiants.com
Title : SAP Supply Chain Solution Architect
Location : Chicago, IL
Duration:-Contract
Job Title: SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain Solution Architect
Update :-
15+ years of experience is mandatory with 5 + years of Architect experience . Must have Supply chain management tools experience with S4 HANA. Also need 3 + full life cycle implementation.
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain Solution Architect to lead the architectural design and strategic implementation of cutting-edge SAP supply chain solutions. This senior role demands an exceptional understanding of integrated supply chain processes & functional and architectural know how across SAP Materials Management (MM), Production Planning (PP), Sales & Distribution (SD), Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) within an S/4HANA context. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between complex business requirements and robust technical solutions, guiding cross-functional teams to deliver transformative outcomes that optimize clients’ entire supply chain.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architectural Leadership & Strategy:
- Lead the overall architectural design for complex SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain transformation programs, defining target state architectures, roadmaps, and solution blueprints for end-to-end supply chain processes.
- Translate high-level business requirements into detailed, technically sound, and scalable architectural designs across procurement, manufacturing, sales, distribution, and planning functions.
- Evaluate and recommend appropriate SAP S/4HANA capabilities, extensions, and integration patterns (e.g., SAP BTP) to meet evolving supply chain needs.
- Ensure architectural integrity, consistency, and adherence to best practices across all supply chain solution components.
- Solution Design & Technical Guidance:
- Provide architectural and functional guidance on the optimal use of SAP S/4HANA innovations within
- Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Optimization, Response & Supply, integration with S/4HANA and other systems.
- Procurement, inventory management, master data (material master, vendor master), purchasing, invoice verification, consumption-based planning.
- Inbound/outbound processing, internal warehouse movements, physical inventory, labor management, yard management, integration with automated systems.
- Demand management, MRP, production orders, process orders, shop floor control, capacity planning, master data (BOMs, routings, work centers).
- Define integration strategies and data architecture for these SAP SCM modules with each other, other SAP modules (e.g., FICO, QM, PM), and external systems (e.g., 3PLs, legacy systems), ensuring seamless data flow and process alignment.
- Oversee the functional and technical design specifications, ensuring they align with architectural principles and business objectives.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to functional consultants and development teams during solution build, configuration, and testing phases.
- Stakeholder Management & Communication:
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior business stakeholders (e.g., Head of Supply Chain, Head of Operations), IT leadership, and enterprise architects, effectively communicating complex architectural concepts and their business impact.
- Lead and facilitate design workshops, challenging assumptions and driving consensus on architectural decisions.
- Develop comprehensive architectural documentation, including solution blueprints, design specifications, and technical roadmaps.
- Quality Assurance & Governance:
- Establish and enforce architectural governance processes, ensuring adherence to standards, quality, security, and performance targets throughout the project lifecycle.
- Oversee performance optimization strategies for supply chain processes within SAP S/4HANA.
- Participate in critical design reviews and provide oversight during system configuration, data migration, and testing phases.
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
- Stay at the forefront of SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain developments, emerging technologies (e.g., IoT, AI/ML in SCM), and industry trends to identify opportunities for strategic innovation.
- Contribute to the development of our firm’s intellectual capital, methodologies, and architectural best practices.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in SAP Supply Chain, with at least 5 years specifically in an SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain Solution Architect or Lead Architect role.
- Proven experience leading the architectural design and implementation for multiple full lifecycle SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain transformations.
- Deep architectural and functional knowledge across SAP supply chain modules
- Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain business processes, including procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, plan-to-produce, and warehouse management.
- Expertise in integration points between these SAP SCM modules and other core SAP modules (e.g., FICO, QM) and external systems.
- Excellent ability to translate complex business requirements into robust, scalable, and efficient SAP architectural solutions.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with all levels of an organization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering practical and impactful solutions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain certification(s) (e.g., Sourcing and Procurement, Manufacturing, Sales, Warehouse Management, IBP).
- Master’s degree or MBA is preferred.
- Experience with other SAP SCM solutions (e.g., SAP TM, Ariba, APO – if relevant for legacy integration).
- Familiarity with enterprise architecture is a plus (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
- Knowledge of cloud deployment models is desirable (e.g., Public Cloud, Private Cloud, RISE with SAP).
- Prior experience in consulting is desirable
Skills & Competencies:
- Enterprise Architecture: Strong grasp of architectural principles, patterns, and governance.
- Technical Leadership: Ability to guide and inspire technical and functional teams.
- System Integration Design: Expertise in defining complex integration landscapes for supply chain.
- Process Optimization: Ability to re-engineer and optimize complex supply chain processes.
- Performance Optimization: Knowledge of performance tuning strategies within SAP S/4HANA.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to envision future-state supply chain architectures and roadmaps.
- Client Engagement: Exceptional ability to build rapport and manage expectations with senior leadership.
Best Regards,
Ravindra
ravindra@veridiants.com
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