Remote SAP MM Solution Architect

Description:

• The SAP MM Solution Architect will support global Business Units and collaborate closely with business stakeholders, functional teams, and application developers to design, enhance, and support mission-critical applications within the SAP Procure-to-Pay (PTP) landscape.
• This includes SAP Material Management (MM), OpenText VIM, Fiori applications, SRM tools, and all related procurement/inventory interfaces.
• The role involves solution design, issue resolution, system analysis, documentation, testing, and ongoing production support in a fast-paced international trade environment.
• Key responsibilities include architecting, configuring, and optimizing SAP MM/PTP solutions across procurement, inventory, and logistics functions.
• The architect will work with global stakeholders to translate business requirements into functional specifications and solution designs.
• They will design end-to-end solutions including SAP ECC/S4, OpenText VIM, Fiori apps, and 3rd-party procurement interfaces.
• The role requires evaluating system architecture with a focus on design quality, scalability, and integration.
• The architect will provide L2/L3 support for SAP MM, VIM, and PTP processes across global locations, analyze issues, perform root-cause analysis, and deliver long-term fixes.
• They will support production, development, and testing landscapes, lead and coordinate functional testing, integration testing, defect resolution, and regression testing.
• The architect will prepare and maintain detailed application documentation, configuration guides, process maps, and test cases.
• They will maintain and enhance PTP procedures, controls, and process governance models, identify process gaps, improvement opportunities, and automation options, and support the implementation of good procurement stewardship practices.
• The role involves working closely with Finance, AP, Planning, Logistics, and Technical teams to ensure seamless PTP integration and partnering with ABAP, Basis, and middleware teams to define technical designs and integration requirements.
• Participation in system conversions, migrations, and data load activities is also required.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 8–12 years of SAP MM experience with deep knowledge of PTP processes is required.
• Hands-on configuration experience in Purchase Requisitions & Purchase Orders, Product Catalog & Vendor Master, Material Master, Inventory Management, MRP, Foreign Trade / Customs, Logistics Invoice Verification, Valuation & Physical Inventory, Delegation of Authority (DOA) approvals, and International trade transactions is necessary.
• Mandatory experience in SAP PTP implementations (full lifecycle) is required.
• Specialized skills in OpenText VIM, including configuration, troubleshooting, and workflow understanding, are essential.
• Experience with Fiori PTP-related apps, configuration, and troubleshooting is preferred.
• Experience with Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) applications is preferred.
• Experience supporting export, import, cross-border trade, and multi-country PTP scenarios is required.
• Strong system analysis and solution architecture capabilities are necessary.
• The ability to identify gaps, draft functional specs, and drive technical builds is essential.
• Strong testing, documentation, and presentation skills are required.
• The ability to collaborate with global teams across time zones is necessary.
• The position is remote only, with no onsite requirement.
• The work schedule is from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM IST to align with international teams.
• The ability to travel occasionally for global project workshops or go-lives is required.

Benefits:

• The position offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing for a better work-life balance.
• The work schedule is designed to accommodate collaboration with international teams.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a global trade environment are available.
• The role provides exposure to various SAP technologies and processes, enhancing technical skills and expertise.
• The architect will have the chance to work on mission-critical applications, contributing to the success of global business operations.