SAP MES Solution Architect

NexInfo Solutions, Inc.; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

NexInfo Solutions, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a highly experienced SAP MES Solution Architect to lead the architecture and delivery of SAP Manufacturing solutions for a global pharmaceutical organization.

The ideal candidate will drive solution architecture, manufacturing system integration, SAP transformation initiatives, and executive stakeholder engagement. You will partner with business, manufacturing, quality, and IT teams to define future-state processes and ensure compliant, scalable

Qualifications

• 10+ years in SAP Manufacturing and MES.
• Deep functional expertise in SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing.
• Proven experience integrating SAP S/4HANA with MES systems.
• Leadership in plant/unit rollouts using SAP and MES.
• Strong understanding of regulated pharma manufacturing processes.
• Experience with at least two SAP S/4HANA upgrade projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end solution architecture for SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing and MES initiatives.
• Drive the technical direction from design through deployment.
• Design and implement scalable SAP Manufacturing solutions aligned with business goals.
• Architect integrations between SAP S/4HANA and MES platforms.
• Lead SAP and MES rollout activities for new facilities and units.
• Provide architecture guidance for upgrades and transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with business, manufacturing, quality, and IT to define future-state processes.
• Participate in architecture governance, design reviews, and solution validation.
• Present technical strategies and status to executive leadership.

Skills

SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing

MES integration

Solution architecture

Pharmaceutical manufacturing

SAP S/4HANA upgrade

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing & MES Solution Architect to lead the architecture and delivery of SAP Manufacturing solutions for a global pharmaceutical organization. This role requires a seasoned SAP Manufacturing expert with deep functional knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing, extensive MES integration experience, and a strong background in Pharma Manufacturing.

Job Title: SAP MES Solution Architect Location: Irvine, CA (Hybrid)

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing & MES Solution Architect to lead the architecture and delivery of SAP Manufacturing solutions for a global pharmaceutical organization. This role requires a seasoned SAP Manufacturing expert with deep functional knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing, extensive MES integration experience, and a strong background in Pharma Manufacturing. The ideal candidate will serve as the technical leader for the engagement, driving solution architecture, manufacturing system integration, SAP transformation initiatives, and executive-level stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end solution architecture for SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing and MES initiatives.
• Drive the overall technical direction of SAP Manufacturing projects from solution design through deployment.
• Design and implement scalable SAP Manufacturing solutions aligned with business and operational objectives.
• Architect integrations between SAP S/4HANA and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), ensuring seamless data flow across manufacturing operations.
• Lead SAP and MES rollout activities for new manufacturing facilities and production units.
• Provide architecture guidance for SAP S/4HANA upgrades, enhancements, and transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with business, manufacturing, quality, and IT teams to define future-state manufacturing processes.
• Participate in architecture governance, design reviews, and solution validation.
• Present technical strategies, project status, and key decisions to executive leadership and steering committees.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in SAP Manufacturing and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Deep functional expertise in SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing.
• Proven experience designing and implementing integrations between SAP S/4HANA and MES platforms.
• Hands-on experience leading new manufacturing plant/unit rollouts using SAP and MES solutions.
• Strong background in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing with a thorough understanding of regulated manufacturing processes.
• Experience with at least two SAP S/4HANA upgrade implementations.
• Strong knowledge of SAP Manufacturing processes including production planning, production execution, shop floor integration, and manufacturing operations.
• Ability to lead solution architecture discussions and provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with experience leading Executive Steering Committee meetings and engaging senior business stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering large-scale SAP Manufacturing transformation programs.
• Experience working in highly regulated environments such as Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences industries.