Role Summary
The SAP DMC Solution / Enterprise Architect is responsible for defining the end-to-end manufacturing solution architecture, ensuring alignment between business processes, SAP Digital Manufacturing (DMC), SAP S/4HANA, and the overall integration landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Architecture & Design
- Define the overall manufacturing solution architecture across SAP DMC, SAP S/4HANA, MES, and SAP BTP/Integration Suite (CPI).
- Design cloud, on-premises, and hybrid deployment models.
- Define enterprise integration patterns and architecture standards.
Integration Architecture
- Design integrations between SAP DMC and SAP S/4HANA modules (PP, MM, QM, EWM).
- Design integrations with SAP Ariba, SAP IBP, SAP PLM, and other enterprise applications.
- Define integration approaches using IDocs, APIs, OData services, and SAP CPI iFlows.
Data & Master Data Strategy
- Define master data replication strategies for Materials, Bills of Materials (BOM), Routings, Work Centers, and other manufacturing master data.
- Ensure data consistency and synchronization across all integrated systems.
- Establish master data governance standards and best practices.
Technology Architecture
- Recommend and define the use of SAP BTP services, including Integration Suite and Extension Suite.
- Evaluate and recommend custom development frameworks such as SAP UI5 and SAP CAP where required.
- Define architecture standards that support scalability, flexibility, and future enhancements.
Non-Functional Architecture
- Design for high availability, scalability, and optimal system performance.
- Define security architecture, including SAP IAS, IPS, authentication, authorization, and role-based access controls.
- Ensure compliance with enterprise security and governance standards.
Required Skills & Experience
- Deep expertise in SAP Digital Manufacturing (SAP DMC), SAP ME, and SAP MII.
- Strong experience with SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing modules, including PP, QM, MM, and EWM.
- Extensive knowledge of SAP BTP, SAP Integration Suite (CPI), APIs, OData services, and IDoc-based integrations.
- Proven experience in enterprise and solution architecture for manufacturing transformation programs.
- Strong understanding of cloud, hybrid, and enterprise integration architectures.
Excellent stakeholder management, solution design, and technical leadership skills.