SAP Planning Architect, AWS SAP Team

Amazon • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic SAP Planning and Forecasting
Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of end-to-end
manufacturing and quality solutions during a full-lifecycle SAP S/4HANA
implementation project. This critical role involves architecting solutions that
integrate seamlessly with manufacturing operations, costing processes,
subcontracting scenarios, and integrated business planning.

Requirements

• 4+ years of specific technology domain areas (e.g. software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics) experience
• 4+ years of design, implementation, or consulting in applications and infrastructures experience
• Knowledge of supply chain management concepts - forecasting, planning, sourcing, optimization and logistics or equivalent
• 4+ years of implementing and managing SAP ERP solutions, with a strong focus on SAP S/4HANA experience
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field, or 3+ years of industry work experience
• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience in SAP planning architecture/design
• Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP), SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), or legacy APO/BPC.

Nice To Haves

• Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to establish strong partnerships with demonstrable results
• Proven experience implementing solutions related to manufacturing execution, cost calculation, subcontracting, and IBP integration within SAP environments is required.
• Relevant SAP certifications, such as the SAP Certified Application Associate - Production Planning & Manufacturing with SAP S/4HANA or the SAP Certified Application Associate - Quality Management with SAP S/4HANA, are highly preferred.
• Experience with other SAP solutions like SAP MDG, S4Hana DM, SAP ME/MII, SAP EWM or PPDS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling)

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive business process analysis and requirements gathering workshops with manufacturing, quality assurance, procurement, and planning stakeholders.
• Design and architect robust, scalable, and efficient SAP solutions, developing detailed blueprints and strategic roadmaps from design through delivery.
• Configure and customize core SAP Planning and Forecasting modules, including Master Data, MRP (Material Requirements Planning).
• Ensure seamless integration between SAP PP/QM and other core SAP modules such as MM, SD and FI/CO.
• Develop and manage comprehensive data migration strategies for relevant master and transactional data from legacy systems.
• Develop comprehensive documentation, including functional specifications, process flows, configuration guides, and end-user training materials.
• Plan and deliver effective end-user training sessions and provide critical post-go-live support to ensure smooth system adoption and rapid issue resolution.
• Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, the project management office (PMO), and technical teams, managing project scope, risks, and timelines.

Benefits

• health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
• 401(k) matching
• paid time off
• parental leave
• sign-on payments
• restricted stock units (RSUs)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level