Business Solution Architect

Imerys; Toulouse; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Imerys is seeking a Business Solution Architect for Material Flows to drive the SAP Core Model rollout across its global operations. You will lead design, configuration, testing and knowledge transfer, coordinating with IT partners and business processes from Sales to Production.

The role requires 6+ years in SAP, strong EWM/SRM expertise and fluent English. You will work in a full-time, permanent capacity within a multinational environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information System or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience with SAP EWM, SRM and MM.
• Fluent in English and strong business/functional SAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• SAP Core Model Design and Build: lead design, configuration, testing and documentation across Imerys entities.
• Rollout and Improvement: coordinate deployments with SAP Core Model & Wave teams and ensure standard compliance.
• Continuous Improvement: manage change requests, implement and document improvements; support barcode inventory management.

Skills

SAP EWM

SAP SRM

SAP MM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information System

Master's degree in Management

Tools

SAP Core Model

Job description

The Company Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts. Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The PositionBusiness Solution Architect Job Summary The Business Solution Architect - Material flows responsibility is to ensure the success of the SAP Core Model project by providing a functional and technical drive to solution components during and after the SAP Core Model rollouts across Imerys Business Areas. The Business Solution Architect’s prime responsibility is to direct solution design and build, maintain a high level of IT expertise and manage the resulting maintenance and evolution cycles for SAP Core Model. The Business Solution Architect is in charge of managing the solution definition and maintenance on his/her domain.

Responsibilities

The main missions of the Business Solution Architect are to:

• SAP Core Model Design and Build: Follow the SAP Core Model methodology from legal entity assessment to user acceptance testing This includes the responsibility of application activities related to business requirements, analysis, solution design leading configuration (for CR and liaising with Opera Dev Factory), testing, documentation, training and acceptance Work closely with his/her counterpart in the IT consulting companies
• SAP Core Model Rollout and Improvement: Ensure close relationship with SAP Core Model & Wave teams for deployments across Imerys Business Areas to ensure knowledge transfer and standard compliance with OPERA rollout methodology Ensure that Change Requests are properly understood and approved by Business Process Owners before any configuration and/or development Ensure that the Business Requirements are effectively addressed through maximal and optimal standard configuration Promote the SAP Core Model Methodology across IT organization
• SAP Core Model Continuous Improvement: Ensure that Change Requests are properly implemented, documented and delivered according to Imerys Core Model Light barcode inventory management solution: Handle the application for barcode inventory management (inventory counting, picking, etc.) in the plants where EWM would not be needed. Design the improvements of the solution and rollout the application into the different sites. Work closely with the provider on new developments and support topics

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information System, Master's degree in Management (desirable)
• Minimum 6 years of experience in SAP for EWM, SRM and MM.
• Experience in a team geographically dispersed (multicultural management experience)
• Fluent in English
• Strong business and functional knowledge on SAP EWM/SRM activities with an understanding of integration with other processes such as Sales, Purchasing, Production, etc.
• Have a strong expertise in SAP implementation
• Have a good knowledge and understanding of application architecture
• Ability to lead specific studies / assignments with internal and/or external resources and functions

Why Join Imerys?

At Imerys, we believe in fostering a work environment where employees can thrive. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a supportive, innovative, and collaborative environment. We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources needed to succeed and grow in their careers.

Position Type

Full time and Permanent

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