SAP Integration Solution Architect

Owens Corning • Toledo, OH

69d

About The Position

The SAP Integration Solution Architect at Owens Corning is responsible for overseeing SAP integration technology standards, processes, and best practices, while guiding internal and external teams in their use. This role focuses on delivering and optimizing integration middleware solutions for the company’s SAP ERP platforms, supporting business functions such as finance, supply chain, HR, and procurement. As a technical leader, the architect designs and implements integration solutions connecting SAP and non-SAP systems, in alignment with OC’s enterprise architecture and IT standards. Staying current with emerging technologies and actively pursuing professional development is essential. The architect also identifies opportunities to enhance and modernize integration capabilities to meet business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 7 years of experience in Application integration, API management, Managed File Transfer and supporting integration systems for application to application (A2A).
• 5 years of experience in SAP integration middleware technologies including SAP Process Integration, SAP Process Orchestration, SAP BTP Integration Suite/SAP BTP Cloud Platform Integration, and/or SAP API Management.
• Expertise across Integration Domains, Integrations Styles, Use Case Patterns, and Integration Technology Mapping.
• Hands-on experience with Application integration, API management, Managed File Transfer and supporting integration systems for application to application (A2A).
• Hands-on experience in operational support of systems integration and monitoring of mission critical, time sensitive business processes integrated with SAP ERP systems.
• Experience in supplier relationships, managing and collaborating with external IT suppliers.
• Experience analyzing and presenting data driven performance results to leadership.
• Experience designing and delivering unique solutions to complex integrations.
• Previously led assessment of platforms as a part of a new technology evaluation and selection process.
• Previously led proof of concept project(s) to validate the applicability of a new technology to a business process.
• Experience collaborating across international boundaries a plus.
• Project Management training or certification a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.
• Ability to innovate – develops and introduces new ideas and approaches to others.
• Demonstrated success in developing an understanding of industry trends and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships within the GIS organization, cross-functionally, and with key stakeholders; ensure effective contact to remain aligned with functional objectives.
• Understand the strategic direction of the company’s businesses and execute functional strategies to support and enhance business results.
• Leads technology roadmap for SAP Application-to-Application (A2A) Integration Middleware Technologies.
• Leads associated technology assessments and technology standards development.
• Ensures all A2A integration blueprint documents, configuration documents and functional specification documents are created in compliance with our architectural frameworks and architecture standards.
• Participate in multiple implementations and continuous improvement projects in a solutions architect role.
• Definition of project scope, based on workshops with business and IT functional representatives.
• Participate in functional blueprinting sessions with business and IT stakeholders to understand key system integration requirements.
• Leads solution ideation sessions with IT functional analysts and architects to design integrations that meet complex requirements.
• Reviews and approves functional specifications for integration technology development created by Owens Corning’s IT partners.
• Provides direction to OC and Partner IT resources during system integration build and testing activities.
• Leads the scoping and execution of proof of concepts to model complex requirements.
• Assesses and delivers recommendations on existing SAP business platform interfaces to drive continuous improvement.
• Scopes and leads optimization activities on existing system integrations that drive efficiencies.
• Collaborates with other product architects across other initiatives and implementations.
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Collaborates with BASIS and Infrastructure teams to ensure smooth system upgrades and patch management.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives within the department and cross-functionally.
• Summarizes complex information so that it is easy to interpret and understand.
• Identifies opportunities to improve the effectiveness, value, and perception of the organization.
• Inspires and cultivates talent; upskills team members and mentors them.
• Assists in building the talent pipeline, mentoring, and developing other team members.
• Stays up to date with SAP technologies and trends, recommending innovative solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees