SAP Solution Architect

Role Overview

• Lead definition of solution architecture for a S/4HANA based transformation program, addressing critical dimensions of business processes, data & analytics, applications, and technologies.
• Active participation in business development and pre-sales activities, including proposals and responses to “Requests for Proposal” (RFPs) and “Requests for Information” (RFIs).
• Lead the definition of the Solution Architecture of challenging IT/ business transformation projects in the Life Sciences industry, predominantly SAP-based.
• Ensure that technical solutions, platforms, and systems satisfy business requirements and future needs.
• Develop and implement an enterprise roadmap for SAP S/4HANA and a suite of new solutions including leadership of the ERP non-functional roadmap and related enterprise-wide integration requirements.
• Provision digital capabilities to enhance and transform the business and to enable new business models.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and technical solutions for focus areas e.g. SAP S/4HANA, SAP Leonardo, SAP Cloud Platform, digital platforms, Cloud Integration, API Management, AI, Advanced Analytics and IOT.
• Ensure a well-structured and defined solution architecture framework
• delivering to time, cost, and quality and within budget.
• Ensure adherence to solution governance and enterprise architecture principles and standards.
• Lead and participate in key governance forums including Architecture Review Boards, Program Boards, Change Control Boards, and Integration Management meetings.
• Proactively manage, monitor, and report on the identification, impact, dependencies, risks, mitigations and implementation status of solution architecture topics and areas for improvement; and own the resolution of solution architecture issues.
• Liaise with 3rd party providers and vendors as needed.
• Manage internal consulting resources, 3rd party provider resources, and contract resources.

Requirements

• Superior client interaction skills: ability to build trusted relationships to design and implement solutions for transformation programs jointly with clients. Ability to navigate in a complex organization structures and to deal with ambiguity.
• Ability to inspire, convince and to influence to be able to gain buy-in from senior business management and stakeholders.
• Superior problem management skills (problem identification, structuring, resolution) and moderation skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitations skills.
• Proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines and challenging constraints.
• Ability to collaborate within the Firm and to leverage existing resources.
• Superior team leadership skills proven through project leadership positions in previous roles, with experience of establishing high-performing teams and an interest in developing team members.
• Extensive work experience in a consulting company, working in large-scale SAP transformation programs.
• Extensive work experience in the Life Sciences industry. Profound know-how of Life Sciences challenges and business dynamics, and of validation implications for SAP program delivery.
• Proven delivery capability for large-scale SAP based transformation programs within and outside of Life Sciences.
• Practical application of project management life cycle principles and methodologies (SAP Activate, including key concepts like Model Company, SAP Value Lifecycle Management etc.).
• Experience with solution and enterprise architecture frameworks and models e.g. TOGAF.
• Considerable SAP solution architecture and enterprise architecture experience, familiar with typical solution challenges in a large-scale transformation program.
• Demonstrated skills in executing an Agile-based design and delivery approach.
• Ideally experienced in process analysis and business process design approaches.
• Solid understanding of major business processes along the value chain in the Life Sciences industry.
• Solid understanding of major data objects and SAP enterprise structures.
• Solid understanding of a range of SAP applications including S/4HANA, e.g. BW4HANA, Ariba, IBP, MDG, etc.
• Solid understanding of applying technologies like Cloud, APIs, AI and IOT as part of SAP Life Sciences solutions.
• Experience in delivering SAP using a value-driven transformation approach.
• Willingness to travel extensively in Europe and ability to work within a European environment is essential.

Tech Stack

• Cloud
• ERP
• IoT

Benefits

• Learning & Development
• you will be a part of Poland’s exceptional Health and Life Sciences team where you will have an opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals and industry leaders. You will have the opportunity to gain career advancing certifications and have access to online courses.
• Being a part of a growing team that tackles exciting and diverse challenges.
• Attractive salary package and bonuses based on your skillset.
• MultiKafeteria
• you can choose MultiSport or gift cards every month or whatever you need to make you happy.
• Work From Home (Must be based in Poland).
• UoP – Umowa o prace, standard contract.
• Private Healthcare Plan.
• Pension Plans.
• Life Assurance.
• Team initiatives and events