SAP Solution Architect- SAP PP

Position: SAP Solution Architect- SAP PP Location: Exton, PA – Onsite Duration: 12 Months contract In person required after video interview Job Summary: The Senior Solution Architect, D&T, SAP – Production Planning collaborates with Production & Operations to define, deliver, and support D&T-enabled business solutions. This role leads the design, implementation, and support of SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) with hands-on configuration expertise in MRP, BOMs, routings, work centers, and production orders. The position ensures seamless integration with MES, QM, and EWM to enable end-to-end manufacturing execution. Responsible for full lifecycle delivery, including requirements, fit-gap, testing, and go-live support, the role drives process optimization, continuous improvement, and operational excellence in fast-paced manufacturing environments.? Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Partner with Production, Operations, and Supply Chain stakeholders to understand strategic objectives and translate business needs into scalable SAP S/4HANA Production Planning solutions. • Lead the definition, documentation, and validation of detailed business and functional requirements, recommending best practices and optimal system solutions. • Provide deep functional and technical expertise in SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP), with integration knowledge across QM, MM, EWM, and MES/shop floor systems. • Spearhead the mapping of business requirements to robust technical architectures, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and digital strategy. • Oversee the design, configuration, testing, and delivery of SAP S/4HANA PP functionality to meet defined business outcomes. • Ensure seamless integration between SAP S/4HANA and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for real-time production execution and data synchronization. • Stay current with SAP S/4HANA releases and innovations, leveraging new capabilities to enhance manufacturing processes. Strong SAP HANA technical knowledge is preferred. • Provide leadership in project execution, including work allocation, cross-functional coordination, performance management, and outcome-driven delivery. • Solve complex system and process challenges using broad functional and technical expertise. • Provide system support and maintenance aligned with the SAP S/4HANA Service Delivery model, company policies, and regulatory requirements (including SOX and FDA GMP where applicable). • Create and maintain system lifecycle documentation, including SOPs, SOIs, functional specifications, and job aids in accordance with company governance standards. • Participate in and adhere to formal Change Control processes. • Support and contribute to Lean Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve operational performance targets. • Ensure compliance with company safety, quality, and regulatory policies at all times. • Operate effectively within a global, virtual environment, prioritizing tasks and delivering results in high-pressure situations. • Travel locally as required. • Perform other duties as assigned. Work Experience • Minimum 5 years of related work experience • Preferred but not required: Agile & Scrum Certification, ITIL Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Deep functional and technical expertise in SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) and Execution, including MRP, BOMs, routings, work centers, production orders, and capacity planning. • Working knowledge of Quality Management (QM) including inspection planning, quality notifications, non-conformance processes, and integration with production will be a plus. • Working knowledge of Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), including production supply, staging, and warehouse integration with manufacturing processes will be a plus. • Strong understanding of cross-functional integration between PP, QM, EWM, MM, and related modules. • Experience with SAP configuration (IMG), enhancements, testing, and system integration. • Good understanding (exposure level) of Quality Management (QM) and Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) modules, particularly their integration touchpoints with Production Planning. • Knowledge of cross-functional integration between PP and related modules such as MM, QM and EWM. • Experience with SAP configuration (IMG), functional specifications, testing (SIT/UAT), and system integration. • Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced & complex environment with a self-motivated work ethic; utilize sound judgment with an ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency.