Functional Architect

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Functional Solution Architect – SAP (Manufacturing, S/4HANA Public & Private Cloud, Cross-Functional)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Functional SAP Solution Architect with strong cross-functional expertise across core SAP modules and deep manufacturing industry experience. The candidate must have solid exposure to SAP S/4HANA (Public & Private Cloud), fit-to-standard methodologies, end-to-end process design, and understanding of cloud-based SAP landscapes.

Knowledge of SaaS solutions and BTP at a functional/extension strategy level is expected.

Key Responsibilities

Functional Solution Design

• Design SAP solutions across core functional modules (PP, MM, QM, PM, SD, FI/CO, EWM).
• Lead process design for end-to-end flows: Plan-to-Produce, Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Record-to-Report, Manufacturing & Supply Chain.
• Ensure alignment to Clean Core, Fit-to-Standard, and SAP Best Practices.
• Support S/4HANA Public Cloud and Private Cloud functional design, scope definition, and configuration guidance.

Manufacturing Expertise

• Translate manufacturing business requirements into SAP-enabled solutions.
• Experience across Discrete, Process, or Batch Manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes such as:
• Plan-to-Produce (P2P)
• MES process alignment
• Shop floor operations
• Quality Management
• Maintenance & Asset Management
• Understanding of MTS, MTO, ETO, MRP, capacity planning, and scheduling.
• Familiarity with SAP Digital Manufacturing (DMC) at functional/process level.

Cloud & SaaS Exposure (Functional Perspective)

• Functional understanding of S/4HANA Public Cloud and Private Cloud deployment models.
• Awareness of in-app & side-by-side extensibility using BTP (functional view only).
• Ability to define when to use SAP SaaS platforms such as Ariba, SuccessFactors, IBP, DMC, and third-party MES/QMS/WMS solutions.

Integration Awareness (High-Level)

• Understand functional integration touchpoints with SAP and non-SAP systems.
• Document integration requirements using OData, IDoc, API-based functional mappings.
• Collaborate with technical integration teams (CPI/BTP) for detailed design.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Conduct business workshops across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, Logistics, and Quality.
• Drive end-to-end process harmonization across multiple business units.
• Ensure alignment between business stakeholders, functional consultants, and technical teams.

Delivery & Governance

• Support solution proposals, functional architecture documents, Fit-Gap analysis, and blueprint creation.
• Provide functional governance across design, UAT, cutover, and deployment phases.
• Work with Data, Security, Integration, and Change Management teams from a functional viewpoint.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10–15+ years of SAP functional experience with strong solution architecture capability.
• Deep manufacturing industry exposure (Automotive, Industrial, Consumer Goods, Chemicals, etc.).
• Strong cross-functional understanding of SAP ERP/S/4HANA processes.
• Experience with S/4HANA Public & Private Cloud implementations.
• Knowledge of clean core, fit-to-standard, and cloud extensibility at conceptual level.
• Good understanding of SaaS solutions and process integrations.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP certification in S/4HANA or Manufacturing.
• Experience with SAP Activate methodology.
• Exposure to digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0 concepts, MES/QMS/WMS integrations.
• Experience with multi-country rollouts or global templates.