Solution Architect – Supply Chain Job at Palnar (Bangalore)

Job Description

The Solution Architect – Supply Chain will lead the design and delivery of integrated SAP and non-SAP solutions supporting global procurement, planning, inventory, and quality management processes. This role will be responsible for architecting scalable and efficient solutions in a highly customized SAP ECC AFS environment. The position demands hands-on expertise in core supply chain processes, strong understanding of MRP and planning logic, experience with cloud-based planning tools such as SAP IBP, and the ability to guide technical teams to deliver tailored automation solutions. The Solution Architect will also manage and mentor a Solution Engineer (Supply Chain) and collaborate with stakeholders across business and IT functions.

Job Responsibility

Support global SAP supply chain solution implementations across end-to-end procurement, planning, and inventory processes
Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements that add measurable business value
Conduct fit-gap analysis and architect functional and technical solutions that promote global standards, integration, and automation
Prepare and maintain detailed solution design documentation and functional specifications
Configure and support SAP modules including MM, QM, PP, and IM
design custom solutions for procurement, subcontracting, inter-company transactions, and production planning
Architect automated solutions involving ABAP enhancements, user exits, custom reports, movement types, and forms
Manage inbound goods planning, procurement-related master data, vendor portal integration, and lifecycle management
Lead the implementation and support of MRP, demand/supply planning logic, and custom reporting
Integrate SAP ECC with SAP IBP and other cloud-based or external planning tools
Monitor batch jobs, interfaces, process chains, and ensure system stability across planning and inventory functions
Lead system testing cycles and user acceptance testing
oversee smooth deployment of solution changes into production
Work with supply chain stakeholders to plan road map for 6-12 months and plan resources accordingly
Guide and mentor the Solution Engineer – Supply Chain on daily tasks, architecture alignment, and delivery timelines
Respond to service requests efficiently and provide timely communication to stakeholders
Collaborate with development teams on solution implementation, ensure alignment to system architecture, scalability, and performance
Execute responsibilities in special projects, adhering to timelines, and escalate risks as needed
Leverage existing tools and knowledge assets to reduce duplication and accelerate delivery of robust solutions
Follow prescribed Solution Manager processes and maintain full documentation lifecycle (CC, FS, TS)
Leverage and deploy Generative AI-assisted data analytics and apply logical constructs to custom programming steps to design efficient, scalable business solutions with minimal reliance on development resources

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Applications, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
Minimum 3 full lifecycle SAP implementations with solution design ownership
At least 8–10 years of experience in SAP Supply Chain functional areas (MM, PP, QM, IM)
Experience with procurement planning, subcontracting, inter-company procurement, MRP, and lifecycle management
Hands-on experience with SAP IBP or equivalent cloud-based planning tools (preferred)
Experience with ABAP debugging and collaboration on custom developments
Knowledge of APO, SRM (preferred)
Designed and architected solutions to support Procure-to-Pay (P2P) business processes, including integration of SAP systems with internal and external applications
Proven track record of designing scalable custom solutions in highly customized SAP environments, working in SAP AFS environment would be preferred
Strong problem-solving skills, system troubleshooting capabilities, and ability to work across global time zones
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and results-driven

Nice to have

MBA or comparable postgraduate qualification
Hands-on experience with SAP IBP or equivalent cloud-based planning tools
Knowledge of APO, SRM
Working in SAP AFS environment would be preferred

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