Architect - WM EWM

HD Supply | Global Technology Center; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

HD Supply | Global Technology Center seeks an experienced Architect for Warehouse Management/Extended Warehouse Management (WM/EWM) to lead a strategic design of scalable, high-performing WM/EWM solutions. You will translate warehouse operations requirements into architectural blueprints and ensure delivery aligned with enterprise standards.

You will drive end-to-end architecture across SAP MM/WM, S/4HANA integrations, and cloud deployments on SAP BTP, Azure, or AWS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field
• Certifications in SAP WM/EWM, TOGAF, or related architecture frameworks, Agile or Scrum certification (e.g., CSM, PMI-ACP) is a plus
• 9-12 years of experience designing and implementing IT solutions, with min 4 years in SAP WM/EWM
• Solid experience on WM and strong background in warehouse operations and logistics
• Experience in SAP S/4HANA and integration with MM, WM, SD, TM
• Deep understanding of De-Centralized EWM in SAP ecosystems

Responsibilities

• Translate business goals and supply chain strategies into comprehensive EWM solution architectures
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend innovations aligned with warehouse management objectives
• Develop and maintain architectural standards and roadmaps for WM/EWM and related domains
• Configure and customize SAP MM and WM modules to meet business requirements
• Monitor and optimize inventory management processes using SAP MM and WM functionalities
• Lead end-to-end architecture and solution design for EWM projects, including greenfield implementations
• Work with product managers, business analysts, and development teams to align scope, timelines, and technical integrity
• Oversee creation of technical documentation, solution blueprints, and design artifacts
• Provide deep technical support during implementation and post-go live phases
• Assist in integration of WM with SD & MM
• Ensure solution designs align with enterprise architecture and support frameworks
• Guide teams in best practices for sustainability, monitoring, and lifecycle management
• Provide architectural mentoring and collaboration with vendors and SI partners

Skills

WM/EWM architecture

System integrations

Performance & scalability

Problem solving

Cloud deployment

Fiori/UI5 for EWM

SAP WM/EWM basics

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering/Information Systems

SAP WM/EWM, TOGAF certifications; Agile/Scrum cert (CSM/PMI-ACP)

Additional certifications in architecture frameworks

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW

As an Architect – Warehouse Management / Extended Warehouse Management (WM/EWM), you will serve as the strategic and technical lead for designing scalable, high-performing, and sustainable WM/EWM solutions. You will be working closely with business and IT stakeholders to translate complex warehouse operations requirements into architectural blueprints, driving alignment with enterprise standards and ensuring successful delivery and support of WM/EWM capabilities within the broader supply chain ecosystem.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field
• Certifications in SAP WM/EWM, TOGAF, or related architecture frameworks, Agile or Scrum certification (e.g., CSM, PMI-ACP) is a plus

Required Experience

• 9-12 years of experience in designing and implementing IT solutions, with a minimum of 4 years focused on SAP WM/EWM
• Should have solid experience on WM
• Strong background in warehouse operations and logistics, coupled with deep technical understanding of WM/EWM system design
• Demonstrated experience in SAP S/4HANA and integration with related modules (MM, WM, SD, TM)
• Deep understanding of De-Centralized Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and its role in designing scalable, integrated supply chain solutions within SAP ecosystems

Essential skills

• Expertise in SAP WM/EWM architecture and configuration
• Strong understanding of system integrations, middleware, and interfaces (e.g., IDocs, BAPIs, RFCs, APIs)
• Ability to define non-functional requirements related to performance, scalability, and maintainability
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to break down complex issues into actionable items
• Experience in cloud-based deployment models (SAP BTP, Azure, AWS)
• Knowledge of SAP Fiori and UI5 applications related to EWM

Desired skills

• Exposure to DevOps and CI/CD practices
• Understanding of Industry 4.0 technologies in warehouse environments (e.g., IoT, automation systems)
• Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA data models and simplifications relevant to EWM

Desired skills

• Exposure to DevOps and CI/CD practices
• Understanding of Industry 4.0 technologies in warehouse environments (e.g., IoT, automation systems)
• Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA data models and simplifications relevant to EWM

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy and Planning

• Translate business goals and supply chain strategies into comprehensive EWM solution architectures
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend innovations aligned with warehouse management objectives
• Develop and maintain architectural standards and roadmaps for WM/EWM and related domains

Delivery and Execution

• Configure and customize SAP MM and WM modules to meet business requirements.
• Monitor and optimize inventory management processes using SAP MM and WM functionalities
• Lead end-to-end architecture and solution design for EWM projects, including greenfield implementations, rollouts, and enhancements
• Work with product managers, business analysts, and development teams to ensure alignment on scope, timelines, and technical integrity
• Oversee creation of technical documentation, solution blueprints, and design artifacts

Support and Enablement

• Provide deep technical support during implementation and post-go live phases, troubleshooting complex issues and optimizing performance
• Assist in the integration of WM with other SAP modules like SD & MM
• Ensure solution designs are aligned with enterprise architecture and operational support frameworks
• Guide teams in best practices for system sustainability, monitoring, and lifecycle management

People Leadership

• Provide architectural mentoring and guidance to cross-functional technical teams
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence within the team
• Collaborate with internal and external partners, including vendors and system integrators, to drive shared outcomes