Lead Architect - SAP

Job Overview

We are seeking a Director / Lead Architect – SAP to lead the design and implementation of SAP & EDI solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices. The role involves architecting end‑to‑end integration solutions, providing technical leadership, and driving innovation within the SAP ecosystem. Collaboration with cross‑functional teams and enforcement of architectural governance processes are essential for optimizing efficiency and ensuring successful project delivery.

Location:

Princeton, NJ (in person). Reports to Head DPEX – North America.

• Implement strategic plans and roadmaps for SAP solutions, driving development and implementation within specified timelines and budgets, and ensuring quality standards.
• Lead the design and development of SAP architecture solutions, ensuring alignment with business requirements, industry best practices, and SAP standards. This includes SAP ECC, S/4
  
  HANA, SAP BW/4
  
  HANA, SAP Cloud Platform, and other SAP modules, considering scalability, performance, and integration requirements.
• Architect end‑to‑end integration solutions between SAP and other enterprise systems, defining integration patterns, data exchange mechanisms, and API management strategies.
• Implement SAP ATTP, including serialization protocols, data mapping, and communication standards to meet business serialization requirements.
• Identify opportunities for automation and innovation within the SAP ecosystem, leveraging technologies such as RPA, machine learning, and intelligent automation to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• Develop and maintain overall architecture of EDI systems, including data mapping, translation, and communication protocols.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the team in designing and implementing SAP solutions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including business stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners, to gather requirements, define technical solutions, and ensure successful project delivery.
• Establish and enforce architectural governance processes to ensure compliance with SAP architectural standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in SAP, and drive innovation within the organization.
• Lead project teams, focusing them on tasks and driving their productivity and performance.
• Develop a cohesive team and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Educational qualification: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

Minimum work experience: 6‑10 years in a related field, preferably from the pharmaceutical industry.

Citizenship:
Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, or otherwise authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

• In‑depth knowledge of SAP architecture principles, including SAP ECC, S/4
  
  HANA, SAP BW/4
  
  HANA, SAP Fiori, SAP Cloud Platform, and SAP integration technologies (e.g., SAP PI/PO, SAP Cloud Integration).
• Proficiency in cloud computing concepts and services, with experience architecting SAP solutions on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong understanding of enterprise integration patterns, API management, and messaging protocols (e.g., REST, SOAP, JMS).
• Experience with SAP implementation methodologies (e.g., ASAP, Activate) and cloud migration strategies.
• Knowledge of Dev Ops practices and tools for SAP deployments, including CI/CD, IaC, and automated testing.
• Proficiency in EDI standards such as EDIFACT, ANSI X12, and XML, and communication protocols like AS2, SFTP, and FTP.
• Knowledge of serialization processes through SAP ATTP and related tools such as RFXcel.

• Leadership and coaching skills to empower team members and foster their performance and professional growth.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to make informed decisions under uncertainty and pressure, considering various factors and stakeholders’…