SAC Solution Architect

Fusion-Consulting; Bellprat; Remote; EUR 102,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Global collaboration opportunities

Regular workshops and training

Annual learning budget (CHF 1,500)

Job summary

Fusion Consulting is expanding in Japan and seeking an experienced SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Solution Architect to lead architecture, planning models, and enterprise integrations within a SAP-centric environment. You will collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, high-performance SAC solutions, while guiding front-end/back-end development.

You will help define end-to-end SAC architectures, design planning models, and oversee deployment planning and

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) architecture and planning models.
• Proven ability to design end-to-end SAC Planning solutions in complex SAP environments.
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical architecture.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end SAC solution architecture aligned with IT standards.
• Lead design of SAC planning models, dimensions, measures, and data structures.
• Architect scalable planning/forecasting solutions with allocations and versions.
• Design integration between SAC and SAP Datasphere, S/4HANA and BW/4HANA.
• Establish data modeling standards and development best practices.
• Guide development teams and translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Review designs, identify risks, and suggest performance improvements.
• Support testing, deployment, and ongoing optimization of SAC capabilities.

Skills

SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC)

SAC architecture

Solution architecture

Data modeling

Integration patterns

Communication

Tools

SAP Datasphere

SAP S/4HANA

SAP BW/4HANA

Job description

Empowering Global Talent in Life Sciences Transformation

Fusion Consulting is a globally leading Business and IT boutique consultancy specialized in the Life Sciences industry, partnering with leading companies in pharma, healthcare, and animal health.

With over 450 employees and 25 offices worldwide, our mission is to revolutionize our clients' business transformation challenges and set new industry standards through innovative solutions.

Focused on S4HANA, Data & Cloud, and innovative technologies, Fusion Consulting brings unparalleled expertise and commitment to excellence to every project we undertake.

Grounded in our commitment to fast and intelligent decision-making, our client-first and open-hearted approach defines our ethos. With unwavering support and an entrepreneurial spirit, our global teamwork transcends boundaries and turns shared visions into reality.

This role will be based in Tokyo, Japan remotely and be able to travel to Yamagata upon the client’s requests. We are looking for a potential candidate who can lead the workstream at the client's side as well as large projects in the near future.

At Fusion, we unite entrepreneurial minds from around the globe to develop and implement game-changing solutions that build lasting relationships with our clients.

As we are still in the exciting early stages of building our presence in Japan, joining Fusion means you won’t just be another consultant - you will be an initiating member helping shape our Japan growth story locally. You will have the opportunity to work on projects with truly global clients, where diverse perspectives and cross-border collaboration are the norm. You will be acting as the bridge between the global English-speaking business and potentially Japanese speaking local operations. With this comes a high level of accountability and ownership, empowering you to directly influence outcomes and see the tangible impact of your work.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Solution Architect to lead the architecture, design, and implementation of scalable planning and analytics solutions within a complex SAP environment. The role focuses on defining SAC solution architecture, designing advanced planning models, and ensuring seamless integration with enterprise data platforms. Working closely with business stakeholders, functional consultants, and technical development teams, the architect ensures that SAC solutions meet business planning, forecasting, and reporting requirements while maintaining high standards of performance, scalability, and maintainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and maintain end-to-end SAP Analytics Cloud solution architecture, ensuring alignment with business requirements and enterprise IT standards.
• Lead the design of SAC planning models, including dimensions, measures, hierarchies, calculations, and data structures.
• Architect scalable planning and forecasting solutions, incorporating allocations, simulations, version management, and advanced planning functionalities.
• Design integration architecture between SAC and SAP systems, including SAP Datasphere, SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW/4HANA, and other enterprise data sources.
• Establish architectural guidelines, data modeling standards, and development best practices for SAC implementations.
• Collaborate with functional teams and business stakeholders to translate complex planning requirements into effective technical solutions.
• Provide architectural guidance and technical oversight to SAC front-end and back-end development teams.
• Review solution designs, identify potential technical risks, and recommend improvements to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Support solution testing, deployment planning, technical documentation, and continuous optimization of SAC planning capabilities.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), particularly solution architecture, planning model design, and enterprise analytics.
• Proven experience designing and implementing end-to-end SAC Planning solutions in complex SAP environments.
• Strong knowledge of SAC planning models, advanced formulas, data actions, multi-actions, allocations, and version management.
• Solid understanding of SAC architecture, data connectivity, integration patterns, and performance optimization.
• Experience integrating SAC with SAP Datasphere, SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW/4HANA, or other enterprise data platforms.
• Strong understanding of enterprise planning processes, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
• Experience defining technical architecture standards, solution design principles, and data modeling best practices.
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable technical architecture and provide guidance to development teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with experience working across business and IT teams.

Additional Information

Offered benefits

• Great package:We provide a competitive salary and benefits package, along with an outstanding work environment that fosters long-term career development opportunities.
• People Focus:Unite with the best global talent in life sciences, empowered to grow and collaborate in a vibrant environment.
• Truly Global:Join a truly global organization where mutual support, teamwork, and diversity drive our collective success.
• Grow Your Skills:Join regular workshops, academies and trainings - inhouse workshops und training (optional)
• Invest in Your Learning:Access CHF 1,500 (approx. 280k JPY) annually for professional development

Corporate culture and work life balance

• Flat hierarchies:Speak your mind and grow with close mentoring by senior leaders
• Remote workstyle:Work from anywhere in Japan (if client project allows)
• Working location:Temp office in Shinbashi/Client or Project site
• Work flex:Enjoy 25 days of flexibility to work from your preferred global location (under client’s permission)
• Annual vacations:of up to 20 days (depending on seniority)
• Time Off:Take the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance, with flexibility beyond standard holiday allowances.
• Connect as a Team:We use our team’s integration budget to meet, collaborate, and bond
• Celebrate Your Birthday:Receive a special gift from Fusion on your birthday
• Anniversary bonus program:Receive substantial bonuses on special work anniversaries (5, 10, 15 years)
• Bonus programs:10% annual performance bonus, based on company KPIs.
• Refer Talent reward program (up to Director) :Offers bonuses if your referral is hired by Fusion
• Truly Global:Join a truly global organization where mutual support, teamwork, and diversity drive our collective success.