We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic SAP Planning and Forecasting Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of end-to-end manufacturing and quality solutions during a full-lifecycle SAP S/4HANA implementation project. This critical role involves architecting solutions that integrate seamlessly with manufacturing operations, costing processes, subcontracting scenarios, and integrated business planning.

• Key job responsibilities
• Lead comprehensive business process analysis and requirements gathering workshops with manufacturing, quality assurance, procurement, and planning stakeholders.
• Design and architect robust, scalable, and efficient SAP solutions, developing detailed blueprints and strategic roadmaps from design through delivery.
• Configure and customize core SAP Planning and Forecasting modules, including Master Data, MRP (Material Requirements Planning).
• Ensure seamless integration between SAP PP/QM and other core SAP modules such as MM, SD and FI/CO.
• Develop and manage comprehensive data migration strategies for relevant master and transactional data from legacy systems.
• Develop comprehensive documentation, including functional specifications, process flows, configuration guides, and end-user training materials.
• Plan and deliver effective end-user training sessions and provide critical post-go-live support to ensure smooth system adoption and rapid issue resolution.
• Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, the project management office (PMO), and technical teams, managing project scope, risks, and timelines.

Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years of specific technology domain areas (e.g. software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics) experience
• 4+ years of design, implementation, or consulting in applications and infrastructures experience
• Knowledge of supply chain management concepts - forecasting, planning, sourcing, optimization and logistics or equivalent
• 4+ years of implementing and managing SAP ERP solutions, with a strong focus on SAP S/4HANA experience
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field, or 3+ years of industry work experience
• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience in SAP planning architecture/design
• Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP), SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), or legacy APO/BPC.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to establish strong partnerships with demonstrable results
• Proven experience implementing solutions related to manufacturing execution, cost calculation, subcontracting, and IBP integration within SAP environments is required.
• Relevant SAP certifications, such as the SAP Certified Application Associate
• Production Planning & Manufacturing with SAP S/4HANA or the SAP Certified Application Associate
• Quality Management with SAP S/4HANA, are highly preferred.
• Experience with other SAP solutions like SAP MDG, S4Hana DM, SAP ME/MII, SAP EWM or PPDS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling)

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, WA, Seattle - 131,300.00 - 177,600.00 USD annually