SAP Functional Architect

Job Description SAP Logistics Architect & Project Manager ( not mandatory) - 10+ years experience.

Role Overview

The SAP Logistics Architect & Project Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end SAP logistics solution design (70%) while also managing project delivery, timelines, and stakeholder communication (30%). This hybrid role ensures that business requirements are translated into scalable SAP solutions across SD, MM, PP, WM/EWM, TM, and related logistics areas, while driving execution excellence through strong project governance.

Key Responsibilities

1. SAP Logistics Architecture

• Lead solution architecture across SAP SD, MM, PP, LE, WM/EWM, and integration with FI/CO and TM. ( any one module specialist )
• Define enterprise-wide logistics processes covering Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Manufacturing, Inventory Management, and Transportation/Delivery.
• Conduct blueprint workshops, drive fit-gap analysis, and design scalable, global-template-aligned solutions.
• Provide technical direction for integrations between SAP and third-party systems (WMS, TMS, MES, e-commerce, legacy platforms).
• Review functional specs (RICEFW), ensure adherence to best practices, and guide development teams.
• Lead configuration, testing cycles, defect triage, and deployment readiness.
• Ensure solutions comply with performance, data, and security standards.
• Serve as the primary design authority for logistics topics across SAP S/4HANA (Greenfield/Brownfield).

2. Project Management (preferred)

• Manage project scope, timelines, resources, RAID logs, and weekly governance meetings.
• Track deliverables across functional and technical teams, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery.
• Coordinate with business SMEs, offshore teams, and global stakeholders.
• Lead cutover planning, migration validation, UAT cycles, and deployment activities.
• Prepare project status reports, risk dashboards, and executive-level updates.
• Drive continuous improvement, ensuring adherence to PMO methodologies (Agile/Hybrid/Waterfall).
• Support budget planning, vendor coordination, and contract/task-order oversight.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in SAP Logistics modules (SD/MM/PP/WM/EWM).
• Strong experience as SAP Solution/Enterprise/Logistics Architect.
• Hands-on SAP S/4HANA expertise in at least two full-cycle implementations.
• Experience leading cross-functional global teams in complex programs.
• Strong understanding of integration across logistics, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain systems.
• Proven project management experience with sound RAID, governance, and status reporting skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.
• Exposure to US/Europe business processes, manufacturing or distribution preferred.
• PMP/Agile certifications (good to have).

Key Attributes

• Strong analytical and solutioning mindset.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-geography environments.
• Proactive, structured, and detail-oriented approach.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Ability to simplify complex logistics processes into clear deliverables.