SAP PTP Indirect Architect

Responsibilities & Qualifications Strong Procurement knowledge: Design and implement robust, scalable Indirect and Direct Procurement solutions in SAP S/4HANA, incorporating industry best practices. Indirect Procurement Expertise: Strong experience in SAP Indirect Procurement, focusing on designing and implementing complex enhancements. SAP S/4HANA Fiori & AP: Expert-level knowledge of SAP Accounts Payable processes, specifically Invoice postings, 2‑way match, payment blocks, and invoice verification. Extensive experience with SAP S/4HANA Fiori Procurement Apps (e.g., Manage Purchase Orders, My Purchase Requisition, Goods Reception, Invoice Payments). System Integration (APIs/Middleware): Proven experience setting up and maintaining cross‑module integrations between SAP S/4HANA and non‑SAP systems via APIs, TIBCO/OpenText middleware. Procurement Technology Stack: Hands‑on experience with Demand Intake tools (Tonkean) and Coupa (P2P/CLM). Contract Management: Practical experience with Procurement Contracts management in SAP. Technical Build & Analytical Skills: Strong capability in analyzing, troubleshooting, and building API‑based enhancements. Experience with OpenText for SAP content management is a plus. Production Support: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify root causes and resolve Level 3 (L3) Production issues within SAP and its integrated systems. End‑to‑End Integration: Experience managing integration enhancements for the full procurement process, ensuring seamless data flow between non‑SAP front‑end tools and SAP back‑end. Solution Architecture & Strategy: Design and implement robust, scalable Indirect and Direct Procurement solutions in SAP S/4HANA, incorporating industry best practices. Business Transformation & Adoption: Adopt deep knowledge of pharmaceutical business processes (GxP, Non‑GxP, E‑Form) to design compliant procurement solutions. Configuration & Customization: Expert‑level configuration of PR/PO release strategies, account determination (automatic/manual), split valuation, and Vendor Invoice verification (LIV). Indirect Procurement: Configure and customize indirect procurement processes, including SAP SRM, Fiori applications, external catalog integration (OCI), and supplier management. Master Data Management: Configure and manage purchasing master data, including business partners, vendor account groups, info records, and source lists. Planning & Logistics: Prior knowledge in Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) parameters, including MRP controllers, groups, and types. Workflow & EDI Management: Design and optimize invoice/PO workflows between SAP systems and manage EDI/IDOC processes, providing resolution for errors. Integration & Technical Skills: Implement procurement processes with FI integration (Accounting/Project Systems) and SAP Ariba/Non‑SAP systems, leveraging LSMW for data migration etc. Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with affiliates, subsidiaries, external vendors, and purchasing teams to achieve organizational goals. Risk & Strategy: Evaluate technological changes, threats, and compliance requirements to propose strategic, future‑proof procurement strategies. Salary $150,000–$180,000 per year. Benefits Discretionary Annual Incentive. Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans. Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves. Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection. Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement. Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays. Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing. Location Chicago, IL. Job Details Job Function: TECHNOLOGY; Role: Technical Architect; Job ID: 407738. #J-18808-Ljbffr