Solution Architect, D&T, Plan to Produce

West Pharmaceutical Services • Uwchlan Township, PA

27d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Solution Architect, D&T, SAP – Production Planning collaborates with Production & Operations to define, deliver, and support D&T-enabled business solutions. This role leads the design, implementation, and support of SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) with hands-on configuration expertise in MRP, BOMs, routings, work centers, and production orders. The position ensures seamless integration with MES, QM, and EWM to enable end-to-end manufacturing execution. Responsible for full lifecycle delivery, including requirements, fit-gap, testing, and go-live support, the role drives process optimization, continuous improvement, and operational excellence in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret complex business requirements and translate them into scalable SAP S/4HANA PP solutions.
• Advanced problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and resolve production-critical issues.
• Proactive “go the extra mile” mindset with high ownership and accountability for deliverables.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and system performance.
• Good functional expertise in SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (MRP, BOMs, routings, work centers, production orders, capacity planning).
• Good understanding of cross-functional integration across PP, QM, MM, EWM, and MES environments.
• Hands-on SAP PP configuration experience (IMG), testing (SIT/UAT), and system integration.
• Ability to design solutions aligned with enterprise architecture, governance standards, and digital strategy.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills across business and technical teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts in business-friendly language.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced, high-pressure, and global environments.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• High attention to detail with disciplined documentation and change control adherence.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with SAP S/4HANA innovations and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Production & Operations to define, deliver, and support D&T-enabled business solutions.
• Leads the design, implementation, and support of SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) with hands-on configuration expertise in MRP, BOMs, routings, work centers, and production orders.
• Ensures seamless integration with MES, QM, and EWM to enable end-to-end manufacturing execution.
• Responsible for full lifecycle delivery, including requirements, fit-gap, testing, and go-live support.
• Drives process optimization, continuous improvement, and operational excellence in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret complex business requirements and translate them into scalable SAP S/4HANA PP solutions.
• Advanced problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and resolve production-critical issues.
• Proactive “go the extra mile” mindset with high ownership and accountability for deliverables.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and system performance.
• Good functional expertise in SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (MRP, BOMs, routings, work centers, production orders, capacity planning).
• Good understanding of cross-functional integration across PP, QM, MM, EWM, and MES environments.
• Hands-on SAP PP configuration experience (IMG), testing (SIT/UAT), and system integration.
• Ability to design solutions aligned with enterprise architecture, governance standards, and digital strategy.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills across business and technical teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts in business-friendly language.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced, high-pressure, and global environments.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• High attention to detail with disciplined documentation and change control adherence.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with SAP S/4HANA innovations and industry best practices.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses
• service recognition
• employee appreciation initiatives
• Global Career Opportunities
• Inclusive & Collaborative Culture
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion values

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree