SAP Lead Architect

SAP LEAD ARCHITECT

This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence.

We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry‑leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers.

Why join EDS? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road‑helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

You’ll have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road‑helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

The SAP Lead Architect is a strategic leader position responsible for designing, developing and implementing solutions across ERP platforms, including SAP, QAD and integrated platforms. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a large‑scale transformation program and drive continuous improvement of ERP services. The role will require collaboration with cross‑functional teams while leveraging deep SAP functional and technical expertise. It ensures the stability, availability and scalability of ERP solutions that support critical business functions across global operations.

The SAP Lead Architect leads a team of functional and technical architects and works with external service providers to deliver high‑quality day‑to‑day operational support and minor enhancements, while maintaining strong alignment with business needs and IT strategy.

In your daily job you will:

• Lead the design and architecture of SAP solutions across supply chain and finance functions
• Provide thought leadership and direction for end‑to‑end SAP architecture, incorporating industry standards and best practices
• Remain abreast with SAP innovations, SAP roadmap and changes to the ecosystem and assess the impact to environment or opportunities for improvement
• Employ appropriate design patterns to enhance system performance and scalability

• Integrate and oversee the day‑to‑day performance of external service providers responsible for ERP systems support, enhancements & projects
• Work with supplier relationship management and IT service management teams to ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
• Lead service reviews, identify gaps or inefficiencies, and implement corrective action plans in collaboration with vendors.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams and stakeholders

• Serve as a SME for SAP architecture and related technologies
• Ensure SAP solution comply with industry standards
• Oversee the intake, prioritization, and delivery of minor enhancements to ERP platforms, ensuring alignment with business requirements and IT governance processes.
• Support ERP incident response processes for high‑impact (P1/P2) issues, ensuring timely resolution coordination, root cause analysis, and follow‑up action plans.
• Champion ERP‑related security awareness and compliance with corporate and regulatory standards
• Own the planning, coordination, and execution of ERP‑specific business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and testing.

Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in SAP architecture design and implementation, preferably in a managed services or global enterprise environment.
• Deep understanding of SAP, QAD, and middleware systems
• Proven…