SAP EWM and PP Solution Architect
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Shanghai
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Architecture
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of SAP experience in:
- SAP EWM / WM, and
- SAP PP
- Minimum 3 years of experience leading projects, workstreams, or teams.
- Proven experience in SAP implementation, enhancement, upgrade, or rollout projects.
- Hands-on experience serving as an Solution Architect, Lead Consultant, Module Lead, or ITBP
- Basic ABAP debug skill
- Proficiency in English and ability to work with global stakeholders across time zones.
- Strong knowledge of end-to-end supply chain, manufacturing, warehouse, and planning processes.
- Demonstrated experience working directly with senior business stakeholders and driving business requirements.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence decisions in a matrix organization.
Nice to have
- Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CDMO, CRO, medical device, or Life Sciences industry.
- Experience supporting GMP-regulated systems.
- Experience with Computerized System Validation (CSV).
- Knowledge of GAMP5, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and EU Annex 11.
- SAP S/4HANA implementation experience.
- Multi-site or global SAP rollout experience.
- PMP, PRINCE2, SAP Certification, or equivalent project management certification.
Full description
Job Title：Senior Manager / Assistant Director, SAP EWM and PP Solution Architect Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced SAP EWM and PP Solution Architect to lead digital transformation, business process optimization, and enterprise system initiatives across Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, Manufacture, Import/Export, and Quality functions within a regulated Life Sciences environment.
This role serves as a bridge between business and technology, combining deep SAP functional expertise with strong business capabilities. The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders to understand strategic objectives, shape digital roadmaps, drive project delivery, and ensure enterprise solutions deliver measurable business value.
The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and Production Planning (PP), with proven experience in project delivery, stakeholder engagement, solution architecture, and business process transformation. Experience in Life Sciences, GMP-regulated environments, and Computerized System Validation (CSV) is highly desirable. This role is positioned at the Manager / Senior Manager / Assistant Director level.
Key Responsibilities1. SAP Solution Architecture & DesignFor EWM
- Lead the design and optimization of warehouse management processes leveraging SAP EWM.
- Design end-to-end warehouse solutions covering inbound, outbound, inventory management, physical inventory, and automation integration.
- Support integration with SAP MM, SD, QM, MES, WMS, and external logistics systems.
For PP
- Lead the design and optimization of production planning and manufacturing processes leveraging SAP PP.
- Design end-to-end manufacturing solutions covering demand planning, MRP, production execution, capacity planning, and shop-floor integration.
- Support integration with SAP MM, QM, EWM, MES, and other external platforms.
Common Responsibilities
- Lead solution architecture reviews and design governance.
- Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and business objectives.
- Provide guidance on best practices, process standardization, and future-state architecture.
- Evaluate new technologies and digital solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
2. Project Delivery & SAP Rollouts
- Lead or support SAP implementation, enhancement, and global rollout projects.
- Manage project scope, timeline, budget, resource planning, and risk management activities.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including IT, QA, Validation, Business Operations, and external vendors.