SAP IS Retail Solution Architect​/Integration Architect

SAP IS Retail Solution Architect / Integration Architect

SAP S/4

HANA Solution Architect provides a unique combination of functional and technical product expertise and delivery implementation experience in retail systems to design and deliver SAP software solutions to meet client needs. The Architect is also responsible for creating and delivering a cohesive solution across multiple modules of SAP and connect non‑SAP applications. The candidate must have deep expertise in at least one SAP IS Retail area and working knowledge in multiple SAP areas.

The candidate should be able to paint the big picture and recommend alternatives to resolve conflicts between business requirements and out‑of‑the‑box best practices.

• Architect, design and build innovative retail solutions around SAP S/4
  
  HANA
• Partner with key stakeholders to transform business processes and improve KPI in the retail industry
• Lead and support S/4
  
  HANA pursuits and help customers define their digital roadmap
• Work with teams located across multiple geographies
• Lead business requirements discussions with customers to implement S/4
  
  HANA solution
• Provide strong technical understanding of the product and demonstrate full platform configuration options
• Perform detailed analysis of complex business process requirements and provide appropriate retail system solutions
• Identify, interpret, validate and document customer requirements, including facilitation of workshops
• Understand the SAP roadmap for S/4
  
  HANA and serve as trusted advisor for clients in driving adoption
• Review project deliverables to ensure they meet objectives
• Build and maintain relationships with key executives, business personnel, SMEs and professional networks
• Estimate total effort for all application teams
• Contribute to the knowledge base of the SAP Practice
• Act as liaison with client for troubleshooting: investigate, analyze, and solve software problems

• Over 18+ years of overall SAP implementation and support experience
• At least 10+ years of Retail experience with 4+ years in S/4
  
  HANA and at least one S/4
  
  HANA project as Retail Solution Architect or Integration Manager
• Articulate and demonstrate S/4 functionalities including Fiori
• Knowledge of S/4
  
  HANA Best Practices and Enterprise Architecture
• Conversant with Agile, Activate methodologies
• Deep understanding of integration with other systems like Hybris Commerce, Sales, Service, Marketing, Ariba, Fieldglass, HANA Studio, Analytics
• Know processes and configurations in at least one area and working knowledge in others (e.g. Procurement, Logistics, Inventory Management, Warehouse Management)
• Thorough understanding of multiple SAP modules and ability to research & apply business best practices
• Experience designing and improving business process and controls with deep re‑engineering experience
• Demonstrated ability to communicate project goals and objectives to senior executives
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; self‑motivating and able to plan own work
• Proactive and self‑motivated work ethics
• Experience with SAP Retail in one of Planning, Procurement, Retail Finance, Merchandising, Rebates, Pricing & Promotions or Supply Chain
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple deliverables and projects concurrently
• Ability to provide recommendations regarding future business and solution opportunities

Client‑Server, Processor, Workflow

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other

IT Services and IT Consulting