SAP Solution Architect – Global Supply Chain

Role Overview

• Architect and define the end-to-end Pharma distribution and supply chain landscape with SAP S/4HANA as the digital core.
• Build integrated, cross‑module SAP solutions spanning SD, MM, EWM, ATTP, QM, Demand and Supply planning systems, Finance (FI/CO) and other peripheral systems.
• Define architecture supporting pharma distribution realities: high-volume order processing, strict cut-off times, allocation rules, DEA controls, and returns handling.
• Lead architectural impact assessments for Mergers & Acquisitions, including distribution center onboarding from SAP perspective, harmonization, TSA understanding, and post‑merger integration.
• Establish CENCORA’s Reference Model for Supply Chain Capability and Technology as the critical architecture artefact and owns stewardship duties.
• Articulates Supply Chain capability gaps, brings outside-in best practice and delivers the CENCORA perspective of capability realization strategy to business.
• Acts as a critical tie breaking partner in crossroads situations leveraging the patterns, principles and standards laid out by Enterprise Architecture team.
• Continuously scans the Technology Landscape to find differentiated technology solutions to increase CENCORA’s competitive advantage.
• Serves as an Alliance point to Supply Chain Technology providers delivering continuous awareness & education of Technology choices.
• Design solutions for pharma inventory management, including lot-level accuracy, expiration control, FEFO/serial tracking, consignment, controlled substances, and cold-chain requirements.
• Define allocation logic for backorders, constrained products, and customer prioritization aligned with commercial and regulatory policies.
• Build and govern cross-platform architectures integrating SAP with WMS/TMS, automation systems (ASRS, conveyors, robotics), carrier systems, 3PL partners, and cold-chain logistics platforms.
• Design robust handoffs between EWM and native/3rd‑party WMS for inventory, HU/SSCC, task management, and exception handling; define SLA-backed integration contracts and monitoring.
• Leverage SAP BTP including API-led connectivity, Integration Suite/CPI, API Management, Event Mesh, and workflow automation.
• Ensure full traceability from warehouse operations to financial postings through strong Supply Chain–Finance integration.
• Integrate Demand Planning systems (e.g., SAP IBP or 3rd‑party) with S/4 HANA for forecast consumption, safety stock policies, collaboration, and supply response—closing the loop to allocation and order promising.
• Connect to Analytics platforms (e.g., Databricks, SAP Datasphere, and enterprise BI) for operational dashboards, OTIF, inventory turns, and exception analytics; define data models and event-driven telemetry for near‑real‑time insights.
• Establish data quality, governance, and master data alignment (MDG/MDM) across planning, execution, and finance.
• Identify and architect SAP-enabled AI and automation use cases for pharma distribution (demand sensing, dynamic allocation, predictive fulfillment, anomaly detection, automated exception management).
• Develop business cases, cost-benefit analyses, and ROI modeling to quantify value and support investment decisions.
• Produce architectural blueprints, integration designs, overall data flows, and solution diagrams.
• Lead solution design reviews and governance with operations, quality, compliance, and finance stakeholders.
• Mentor product and delivery teams to uplift engineering standards and drive reusable integration patterns.
• Build strong partnership with Enterprise Architects, Product Management, BU IT Leadership and Business Solution Teams to serve business ‘As One’.

Requirements

• At least 10+ years of Business Technology experience
• At least 3 years leading large scale Technology Driven Business Transformation
• Minimum of 5 years of IT or Business leadership experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field or equivalent work experience
• Deep hands-on SAP S/4HANA experience across distribution and supply chain modules
• Demonstrated expertise in GxP, DEA, DSCSA/serialization, GMP-lite environments, and validation/CSV processes
• Strong experience in SAP modules relevant to distribution: SD, MM, EWM, ATTP, QM, IBP, and FI/CO
• Proven experience integrating with Warehouse Management Systems for picking, packing, shipping/manifesting, and transportation execution
• Proven experience integrating Demand Planning systems (IBP or 3rd‑party) and Analytics platforms (SAC, Datasphere, enterprise BI) with clear KPIs and data governance
• Expertise in inventory management, allocation strategies, serial/lot tracking, and regulated distribution environments
• Hands-on SAP BTP and API-led integration experience
• Experience supporting or leading M&A distribution network integrations
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, value delivery, and ROI calculation
• Excellent communication skills with executive presence.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Flexible work hours
• Professional development opportunities