Solution Architect (SAP PP / DS)

The Config Team; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain tech consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced SAP Solution Architect specializing in Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP / DS). You will guide clients through SAP transformations, lead internal teams, and own the solution design process. The ideal candidate has proven leadership experience and a deep knowledge of SAP PP / DS. This role offers a collaborative and inclusively supportive work environment.

Benefits

Commitment to employee well-being

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of SAP PP / DS and related modules.
• Experience delivering SAP PP / DS implementations.
• Strong involvement in architecture design and testing.

Responsibilities

• Act as Solution Architect across multiple SAP projects.
• Lead internal teams across solution design and testing.
• Own creation of blueprints and functional specs.

Skills

SAP PP / DS expertise

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Fluent in English

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

Tools

S/4HANA

Fiori

CIF

Job description

Overview

We\'re looking for an experienced SAP Solution Architect specialising in Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP / DS) to join our high-performing team. You\'ll play a pivotal role in guiding our clients through complex SAP transformations, shaping solution architecture, and delivering real-world business impact across end-to-end SAP implementations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Solution Architect across multiple SAP projects, ensuring successful design, build, configure and delivery.
• Be a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, clearly articulating SAP PP / DS functionality and the impact of design choices.
• Lead and guide internal teams across solution design, testing, documentation, training, and customer go-lives.
• Own and drive the creation of blueprints, functional specs, and end-to-end solution design.
• Provide strategic advice on SAP architecture, system changes, and process improvements.
• Represent The Config Team at customer workshops, requirement gathering sessions, and pre-sales engagements.
• Work closely with our technical teams to shape bespoke system changes and integrations.
• Take ownership of quality, risks, and scope on large or complex SAP initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement, innovation, and internal knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Get involved in recruitment, mentoring, and identifying opportunities to grow our offering within existing customers.
• Deep knowledge of S / 4HANA, Fiori, CIF, heuristics, and PP / DS optimizers.
• Proven track record of leading multiple full SAP project life cycles.
• Expert in complex solution design and configuration within SAP PP / DS.
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing planning processes and SAP module integration.
• Confident in solution testing, architecture reviews, and functional spec creation.
• Strong leadership in workshops, requirement gathering, and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently at all levels.
• Fluent in written and verbal English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of SAP PP / DS and related modules and integrations.
• Experience delivering SAP PP / DS implementations, including production planning and scheduling components.
• Strong hands-on involvement in architecture design, configuration, testing, and go-live support.

About Us / Benefits

This is your opportunity to work for an award-winning and Investors In People Gold organisation with a workforce based across the UK, Europe and Australia. We are a leading supply chain tech consultancy with a focus on SAP software implementation. At our core, we\'re committed to fostering a people-centric culture that values collaboration, employee well-being and continuous learning and development.

Apply: Our people are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment built on trust, respect, and integrity, where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We strive to create a workplace where all individuals feel welcome, safe, valued, and supported. We are committed to preventing discrimination of any kind and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. To ensure you can perform at your best during the hiring process, we are happy to accommodate any reasonable adjustments you may need. Together, we make the difference that creates a smile across the whole supply chain, starting with our team.