SAP PLM Architect; Lead

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Core Product Lifecycle Management (cPLM) Functional Architect

Mars Inc. is embarking on a major transformation of our global Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) capabilities as part of our broader Digital Core initiative. We are implementing SAP PLM as our enterprise‑wide solution and seeking a SAP PLM Functional Architect to play a critical role in shaping, designing, and delivering our next‑generation corporate PLM platform.

This is a unique opportunity to influence enterprise PLM capabilities in Food & Nutrition Business Segment and to contribute to a strategic programme that will redefine how product innovation and lifecycle processes operate globally.

As our SAP PLM Functional Architect, you will serve as a subject‑matter expert responsible for interpreting business needs, shaping solution in PLM, and guiding the end‑to‑end implementation and optimisation of the SAP PLM solution for Food & Nutrition business segment.

This position is project‑based and as a result, has an anticipated program end date of 3 years. As we approach the project end date, we will collaborate with you to explore other employment opportunities within the Mars family of companies. If a suitable alternative role is not available at that time, your employment will end and you may be eligible for a redundancy package in line with Company policies and practices.

We are seeking passionate individuals who are eager to innovate and excel in a collaborative environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in SAP with a strong background in PLM, Digital R&D, or product development systems.
• Hands‑on configuration experience with SAP PLM components such as Recipe Development, Specifications Management, and related modules.
• Strong understanding of S/4
  
  HANA, SAP BTP, and RISE environments, including cloud‑based integration models.
• Strong understanding and hands on experience of Syniti Data Migration Tool.

• Strong ability to convert complex business requirements into clear functional architecture and solution designs.

• Functional data models
• Workflow design
• APIs and middleware‑based integrations
• Deep understanding of PLM processes within CPG, food manufacturing, or process industries.
• Integrating PLM with SAP ERP, MDG, and other product‑related systems.

• SAP Test Automation tools
• Deployment and release management tools
• Data encryption and data masking
• SAP Cloud ALM

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast‑moving, global, matrixed environment.
• A mindset of innovation, continuous improvement, and technical craftsmanship.

• Act as Functional Design Authority for SAP PLM within the Core PLM programme.
• Lead end‑to‑end functional architecture and solution design across SAP PLM capabilities including recipes, specifications, change management, and compliance.
• Translate business and R&D requirements into robust functional designs, fit‑to‑standard solutions, and configuration approaches.
• Define functional guardrails, design standards, and scalable templates for global rollout.

• Configure and optimise SAP PLM modules such as:
  • Recipe Development
  • Specifications Management
  • Change Records / Product Change Management
• Own functional solution alignment with SAP S/4
  
  HANA (Private Cloud, RISE) and SAP BTP.
• Partner with technical and integration teams to ensure clean, supportable functional designs.

• Lead functional data modelling and harmonisation across PLM, ERP, and downstream systems.
• Provide functional leadership for data migration, including hands‑on experience with Syniti tool and ensure data quality validation.
• Define functional integration touchpoints with SAP ERP, MDG, label management, innovation, CAD, and other product‑related systems.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise governance, data security, masking, and audit requirements.