Job Description:
The ESAB Project Enterprise – SAP Solution Architect will be deeply familiar with the intricate world of SAP S/4HANA and be conversant with process flows and the translation of business needs into elegant blueprints. In this pivotal role, you will become a trusted advisor and a bridge between business aspirations and technological realities. You will translate complex business objectives into efficient and scalable SAP S/4HANA solutions, optimizing processes, driving innovation, and paving the way for our digital transformation journey.
What you will do
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Lead the design and implementation of S/4HANA solutions, working closely with business stakeholders, developers, and other IT teams.
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Analyze and understand business requirements, identifying opportunities for process optimization and automation.
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Develop, validate, and document S/4HANA solution architectures, focusing on integration, scalability, and performance.
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Provide expert guidance on S/4HANA functionality, best practices, and emerging technologies.
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Collaborate with vendors and partners to implement third-party solutions and integrations.
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Develop and maintain S/4HANA roadmaps and migration plans, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
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Manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring successful delivery of S/4HANA initiatives.
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Stay current on the latest S/4HANA innovations and advancements, continuously upskilling yourself and the team.
What we are looking for
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Minimum 5 years of experience working with SAP ERP systems, with a strong focus on S/4HANA.
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Proven expertise in S/4HANA modules, including Finance, Supply Chain, Sales & Distribution, and Production Planning.
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Solid understanding of SAP Fiori, ABAP, and SAP Business Workflow.
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Experience with project management methodologies and SAP implementation best practices.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Proven leadership and collaboration skills.
Education Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in business administration, computer science, or a related field.
Preferred
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Understanding of manufacturing industry
Competencies & Behaviors Needed
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Exceptional communicator at all employee levels including senior executives.
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Strong proponent of ESAB’s values and behaviors and EBX principles.
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Drives continuous improvement.
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Effective at building relationships and trust.
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Strong collaboration skills across functions and business platforms.
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Negotiates with associates with a respectful give-and-take approach, where decisions are shared.
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Comfortable working in a global matrix organization.
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Results-oriented with the ability to make decisions and to follow through on programs and developed policies.
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Bias for action; a sense of urgency; initiative-taker; moves with speed.
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Focus on delivering results and continuous improvement.
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Manages workload efficiently and effectively.
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Agile mind; quick on one’s feet.
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Prioritizes for maximum impact.
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Good at synthesizing data and distilling key points.
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Can dive deep into detail to support root cause analysis yet understands the big picture.
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Insightful, deductive reasoner, fact-based analytical person.
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Influencing and driving performance without authority.
Additional Key Attributes
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Integrity, credibility, and character with demonstrated ethical behaviors.
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A collaborator and leader with self-confidence, humility, and consultative skills to positively influence the business.
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A tenacious, operationally minded individual with a strong work ethic.