JOB PURPOSE - To own end-to-end SAP solution architecture across the automotive component manufacturing landscape - To design and govern scalable, secure, and well-integrated SAP solutions aligned to business and manufacturing strategy - To lead SAP S/4HANA architecture decisions, integration design, and the technology roadmap - To ensure the SAP landscape supports plant operations, quality, and supply chain requirements with minimal disruption KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Define and own the overall SAP solution architecture and roadmap across all modules and plants Lead architecture design for S/4HANA upgrades, and rollouts Finalize integration architecture between SAP and shop-floor/MES, PLM, and third-party systems Drive design of the core and extended SAP landscape ( S4, Fiori, BTP, EWM, etc.) Own technical governance: data architecture, security architecture, and interface design, ABAP development Review and approve functional/technical designs prepared by module leads and consultants Evaluate new SAP technologies (BTP, AI/ML in SAP, IoT, Industry 4.0) for adoption Drive SAP landscape strategy for scalability across new plants and business units Ensure architecture compliance with corporate IT and cybersecurity standards Provide architectural oversight to implementation partners and consulting teams Own risk assessment and mitigation for major SAP changes and releases Mentor and guide SAP functional and technical leads across modules Support business case development for new SAP initiatives (ROI, TCO) Lead vendor and partner evaluation for niche or extended SAP solutions REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA architecture, migration, and landscape design Solid knowledge of core SAP modules viz. FICO, MM, SD, PP, PM, QM, EWM Experience with automotive/manufacturing-specific SAP processes (Kanban, Sub-contracting, MRP, ASN, JIT/JIS) Hands-on exposure to SAP Fiori, BTP, and SAP Analytics Cloud / Power BI Strong understanding of SAP Basis, Security, and integration technologies (PI/PO, CPI) Experience designing SAP interfaces with MES, PLM, and third-party logistics/quality platforms Knowledge of IoT, Industry 4.0, and digital manufacturing trends will be an added advantage Strong stakeholder management and ability to translate business needs into technical architecture Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills Ability to manage multiple SAP implementation partners and cross-functional teams Education & Experience BE / B.Tech. in CS/IT/Mech./Auto./Prod.; MBA preferred Minimum 10-15 years of SAP experience with at least 4-5 full-cycle S/4HANA implementations Prior experience as SAP Solution/Enterprise Architect in a manufacturing/automotive environment Certification in SAP S/4HANA / TOGAF or equivalent architecture certification preferred Experience managing large, multi-plant SAP landscapes in a Engineering/manufacturing set up preferred.
📌 Field Solution Architect (Pune)
🏢 Duroshox
📍 Pune