SAP PP/MM Architect

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role*

*Position is bonus eligible*

Prestigious Enterprise Company is currently seeking an SAP PP/MM Architect. Candidate will be responsible for applying business and technical expertise to support, design and implement existing, new, or revised business functionality for the Supply Chain systems globally. This is a global role to implement and support projects across multiple business functions specializing in SAP PP/MM processes and be accountable for change requests, and production support within the scope of the functional area of the job. This role should have ability to transform and to support advanced business functions and business requirements into design, build and implement systems/technical solutions for the specified functional area. This person will be the key resource to drive continuous improvement and Best Practices in support of the company vision, operation strategy and roadmap. The position will enable the delivery of the Global Operations strategy defined by the group

Responsibilities

• Main liaison to business functional areas Partnering with business stakeholders, understand their needs, prioritize efforts, recommend changes/innovations, serving as the Subject Matter Expert.
• Understand business requirements, analyze business needs, identify gaps, document requirements, propose, design, and implement solutions, including localization.
• System Design: Documenting requirements and developing solutions using standard or custom SAP functionality. Recommending alternatives when multiple options are available.
• Developing Solutions: Perform SAP System Configuration, document functional requirements for custom development, execute appropriate system tests (Unit Testing, Regression Testing, User Acceptance Testing), writing system/user documentation, train end users on functionality.
• Production Support: Troubleshoot system issues, detailed technical analysis and apply solutions.
• Business/Process Knowledge: Develop understanding of core functional areas.
• Project Management: Planning, support business case analysis, organize priorities, self-driven meeting tight timelines following standard project methodology.
• Compliance: Ensures company, departmental and governmental standards are always followed

Qualifications:

• This functional lead will be responsible for applying business and technical expertise to support, design and implement existing or new or revised business functionality into our global SAP ECC system. This role will lead and support projects across multiple business functions specializing in SAP PP/MM with PP/PI and APO with PP/DS and SNP and be accountable for change requests, and production support within the scope of the functional area of the job.
• Global project management and leadership skills with proven experience with ability to deliver projects on time and on budget with ability to undertake key activities, project deliverables and milestones. Solid organization and time management skills with prioritization on a global scale.
• Strong knowledge in Production Planning processes: MPS & MRP together with Purchase planning
• Strong experience in the EDI integration with Suppliers
• Proven experience in managing multiple internal/external resources in different global locations to successfully deliver quality projects.
• Must have strong analytical skills with ability to quickly assess problems, gather relevant information, determine the root causes, and drive solution and design recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills in technical/business language, strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Project implementation experience in SAP S/4 HANA is a plus.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent years of experience (8+) in Manufacturing environment
• Minimum 5 years of experience in SAP ECC, APO/IBP
• Must be fluent in the English language (speak, read, write).
• Position based in Kentucky, availability to travel 25% internationally