SAP S/4 Technical Architect

• For complex projects, facilitate and conduct technical requirements gathering workshops involving business, Security, Data and cross-functional IT teams
• Write/Review Technical Requirements Documents, functional specifications document and client communications documentation
• Map both simple and complex business processes (AS-IS & TO-BE) and/or larger scope workflow
• Guide architecture decisions based on industry standards and best practices in implementing S/4 Hana on Rise solution supporting various modules (SCM, PTP, WMS, R&A, Interfaces, FTM, etc.) of Manufacturing.
• Lead conversations and directives for SAP and facilitating technical discussions with Implementation Partners to develop an integrated industry best practices solution.
• Develop the data governance and compliance strategy alongside, technical training and testing for the Manufacturing, Supply Chain and other key functional areas.
• Become proficient in Panasonic Business Systems including interfaces and integrations
• Use standard methodology to document business processes

• Formulate the testing plan strategy for the technical functional and integration solution
• Review and approve end user test cases
• Participate in and validate user acceptance testing
• Participate in software selection based on documented technical NFRs and business requirements
• Participate in analysis and recommendation of technical software solutions based on business requirements

• Lead day to day technical support (Basis, BTP, Cloud Technologies, other Integration technologies) of the application to ensure it operates in an optimal mode
• Focus on the technical/functional operations of a solution
• Partner with key Technology and business unit personnel and key partners to identify areas for improvement, document requirements and assist with design, test and implementing optimized SAP improvements
• Utilize SAP S/4 Best Practices to provide the business with technology required to perform day to day business functions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business process owners, IT professionals, end-users, and Enterprise Architects, to analyze business processes, identify improvement opportunities, and design optimal SAP-based solutions.
• Develop integration strategies leveraging the latest technological advancements in ERP space (API based, Kafka, BTP, EBA, Microservices, OData, REST API, AS2, EDI, etc.)
• Recommend and manage a team of experts to achieve business requirements if required, although this role will be an individual contributor role
• Collaborates with internal and external business partners and has an advanced understanding of business functions and current systems
• Manage integrated functionality and technology dependencies, usability, reliability, performance, and support requirements
• Verify the efficiency and effectiveness of existing systems and develop strategies for improving these systems
• Connect with other SAP S/4 Process Analysts, and business analysts for planning, developing, designing, and implementing new applications and improving existing applications
• Understand and create business process flows
• Creates/facilitates project documents, working directly with the project teams or customers.
• Review technical development documents to ensure Panasonic standards are followed
• Compiles and summarizes advanced organizational and process information from the business partner, including a good understanding of business terminology
• Adheres to IT standards and processes
• Assist in development and execution of Unit Testing, System Integration Testing, and User Acceptance Testing scripts
• Creates presentations and demonstrations
• Performs advanced data collection tasks and leads in requirement gathering/collection
• Directs the creation of training documents/materials and leads business partners' training sessions
• Recommends creative ways to solve advanced business partners' needs
• Works with business partners to facilitate understanding of scope, in terms they can understand

• Train and Mentor junior analysts/ business resources and May work on multiple projects as subject matter expert

• Work on multiple cross platform projects as subject matter expert
• May perform some of the duties of an IT Quality Assurance Analyst or acts as a Project Manager on small projects
• Ability to travel up to 50% of time to NV factory

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees', wearing PPE is a possibility and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

• Basic/Required: Bachelor's degree required
• Preferred: Advanced degree desired in Business or IT curriculum

• Minimum 6 years of experience in IT functional areas and S/4 Hana business
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret advanced business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of advanced algebra and geometry
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to consider enterprise issues while developing solutions.
• Advanced knowledge of the application of business workflow and requirements using S/4.
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations
• Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
• Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• S/4 Hana on Rise Technical Architecture and Basis
• Ariba, Success Factors, 3-PL Integrations
• SAP Security/GRC knowledge (mid-level)
• S/4 Technical Integration with other modules

• N/A

• S/4 Hana Technical Certifications

• Sit: 40%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 20%
• Lift: 10%

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

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