GyanSys - Functional Solution Architect - SAP PP/QM

SAP PP/QM Functional Solution Architect Locations : Bangalore | Hyderabad | Pune | Coimbatore Experience : 14+ Years Employment Type : Full-time Notice Period : Up to 30 Days Role Overview : We are looking for a seasoned SAP PP/QM Functional Solution Architect to define end-to-end solutions for complex SAP manufacturing transformation programmes. The role requires deep expertise in PP/QM along with strong experience in S/4HANA architecture, cross-module integration and business transformation. Key Responsibilities : - Define the end-to-end SAP PP/QM solution architecture for large-scale S/4HANA programmes. - Establish the functional architecture and process framework for production planning and quality management. - Lead architecture discussions with business, IT leadership and programme stakeholders. - Design solutions across Discrete, Process and Repetitive Manufacturing environments. - Define scalable solutions for MTS, MTO and complex manufacturing planning scenarios. - Architect end-to-end integration between PP/QM and MM, SD and FI/CO. - Evaluate existing business processes and define transformation opportunities for S/4HANA. - Lead architecture decisions around MRP Live, Fiori-based processes and embedded QM. - Drive solution blueprinting for greenfield and brownfield S/4HANA implementations. - Lead enterprise-level fit-gap and solution design workshops. - Define functional integration requirements for RICEFW and coordinate with technical architecture teams. - Establish solution standards, governance and design principles for PP/QM. - Review functional and technical designs to ensure architectural consistency. - Provide direction for SIT/UAT strategy, cutover and go-live planning. - Identify architectural risks, dependencies and potential gaps across the programme. - Provide technical-functional leadership to PP/QM leads and consulting teams. - Mentor functional teams and establish best practices across implementations. - Support strategic decisions related to SAP manufacturing process transformation and future-state architecture. Required Skills : - 14+ years of strong SAP PP/QM experience. - Extensive experience as an SAP PP/QM Solution Architect or equivalent senior functional role. - Multiple end-to-end SAP implementations with significant S/4HANA transformation experience. - Deep expertise in PP and QM processes across complex manufacturing environments. - Strong knowledge of Discrete, PP-PI and Repetitive Manufacturing. - Strong expertise in MTS/MTO planning strategies. - Extensive cross-functional integration experience across PP/QM, MM, SD and FI/CO. - Strong experience with S/4HANA architecture and innovations. - Proven experience leading greenfield and brownfield transformation programmes. - Strong expertise in solution blueprinting, fit-gap analysis and architecture governance. - Excellent stakeholder management skills at business and leadership levels. - Strong understanding of RICEFW architecture and technical integration. - Experience leading large functional teams and multiple workstreams. Good to Have : - SAP PP/QM certification. - Experience with global SAP transformation programmes. - Exposure to SAP Fiori and modern S/4HANA UX. - Experience defining enterprise SAP manufacturing roadmaps. - Strong experience with manufacturing industry best practices