SAP P2P Solution Architect
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A leading global automotive technology company providing advanced solutions in the areas of powertrain, chassis, electrification and autonomous driving.Role and durationRole:
SAP S/4HANA P2P Solution Architect – Manufacturing (Automotive | Japan Deployment and Global Templates)
Duration: Long-term (until 2031)
experience15+ years of experience with SAP and a strong background in SAP S/4HANA transformationPrevious experience in a Tier 1/Global Consulting environment preferred
Role and PurposeThe SAP S/4HANA Solution Architect will lead the rollout across Japan and strengthen global templates for large-scale manufacturing programs.The role focuses on solution architecture, template governance, localization design and driving build execution through the development team.
Core Specialties End-to-end SAP S/4HANA solution architectureExperience in implementing and supporting projects. In-depth knowledge in the following areas:Business Process, Implementation Methodology, Consumables Procurement Process, Import Procurement, Source of Supply Determination, Demand Flow, STO, Automatic A/C Determination, Automatic PO Conversion, Price Management, Output Determination, Batch Management, Third Party Subcontracting, A/C Entry for Document Posting, Serialization, Consignment, Pipeline, Invoice Planning, Automatic PO Procedure, Valuation Receipt Settlement, Knowledge related to EDI Order/Delivery/Confirmation/Invoice/Material Master, Data Migration by LSMW/BDCConfigure and optimize SAP S/4HANA P2P modules (MM, Procurement, AP) for automotive-specific scenariosTroubleshooting between SAP and third-party systemsDefine and manage interface patterns (IDocs, API/OData, EDI, Flat File, CPI/PI/PO), including error handling, monitoring and performance tuning.Create detailed configuration documentation, process flows, test scripts and knowledge articles.You should have experience writing functional specifications, coordinating with ABAP team and testing new features. Experience with SAP MM, EWM integration with third party tools is a mustStrong architectural leadership across core value streams
Primary Responsibilities Lead solution discovery for Japan deployment, standard compliance workshops, architecture designWe will introduce a unique P2P architecture, enhanced global templates, and Japanese localization to ensure alignment with our core design principles.Act as design authority, approving solution deviations and ensuring governance complianceDefine and manage the integration architecture across SAP and non-SAP systems (MES, PMC, legacy, third-party tools).Provide clear solution direction and drive build execution through implementation teamsCollaborate with Japanese business stakeholders, global process owners and IT leadershipGuide your team through the blueprint, build, test, cutover and go-live phases of your rollout programEnsure compliance with Japanese business processes, statutory, audit and control requirements
Industry experienceRequired: Large scale manufacturing/automotive industry experience.Leverage your strengths:discrete manufacturingSupply Chain and Production PlanningQuality, logistics and cost controlExperience with Japanese manufacturing standards and practices is a major advantage
Required condition Strong global template governance and architectural decision-making capabilitiesDeep understanding of SAP S/4HANA best practices and standards-based approachesAbility to clearly explain complex architectural decisions to senior business and IT leadershipProven track record in multi-vendor global deployment programs
Language Requirements Japanese: Native language English: Preferred / No weaknesses
Welcome conditions Experience with multi-country deployments using a single S/4HANA global template.Experience working with Japanese OEMs and Tier 1 suppliersSAP S/4HANA certification