Sr. Solution Architect -SAP

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

Job Overview

We have a newly created opportunity for a Sr. Solutions Architect – SAP to join our global IT team. This position can be based at our office in Milwaukee, WI or Chicago, IL (near O’Hare). We offer a hybrid work schedule (minimum 2 days per week working in the Milwaukee or Chicago office for collaboration, team meetings, working sessions, etc. and up to 3 days per work can be telecommuting from your home office). In this role you will be responsible for designing, developing and implement SAP solutions that meet the organizations requirements and objectives. 

Key Job Responsibilities

• Design SAP solutions & provide technical leadership: Leveraging the technical expertise provide guidance on solution design, configuration, customization, and integration while aligning to industry standards/best practices. 
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all technical aspects of SAP projects, offering guidance, expertise, and support to project teams and stakeholders.
  • Unlock ERP data to enable acceleration and democratization of business application build leveraging low code/no-code platforms and other digital innovation capabilities.
• Cross team collaboration: Work closely with business process owners, IT professionals, and end-users to ensure that SAP solutions are developed and implemented effectively and efficiently.
  • Work with stakeholders to understand their needs, identify gaps, and define the scope of the SAP solutions required to optimize business processes.
  • Evaluate ERP’s current innovation profile and prioritize where innovation will most help in-line with business priorities and requirements.
  • Validate & assist in estimates for project scope, effort, and costs for proposed SAP solutions. 
• Develop SAP roadmaps: Create strategic SAP roadmaps that align with business priorities and needs, considering dependencies, resources, and timelines. Regularly review and update the roadmap to ensure alignment with evolving business requirements.
• Oversight activities: Oversee the implementation of SAP solutions, ensuring that they adhere to the agreed-upon solution design and industry standards. 
• Monitor and optimize SAP solutions: Regularly assess the performance of implemented SAP solutions, identifying opportunities for improvement, and working with stakeholders to prioritize and implement enhancements.
• Keep abreast of emerging technology and industry trends and contribute to the on-going education of our business stakeholders and technology teams.
   

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, information science or a related field 
• 12+ years of cross functional application design & development experience in SAP ECC; SAP S/4 HANA and demonstrated success in progressively responsible roles.
• 5+ years of experience in building ERP business solution for Manufacturing and/or supply chain industry 
• Technical expertise: Deep understanding of SAP cloud and on-premises solution offerings. 
  • 5+ years in SAP integration technologies, SAP Cloud Platform Integration, SAP LTRS and API management is essential.
  • Ability to apply SAP basis & security concepts in designing secure & scalable solutions.
• Architecture: 5+ years’ developing high-level and detailed system architecture design. Experienced in evaluating infrastructure, security requirements and designing scalable enterprise grade applications leveraging application development skills and cross module integration experience.
• Communication and presentation skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling the architect to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong presentation skills are necessary for communicating solution designs and project updates to stakeholders.
• Leadership and teamwork: Ability to guide and influence project stakeholders, providing strategic direction. Experienced in leading and mentoring technical teams.
• Adaptability and continuous learn