SAP PLM Solution Architect

Ptechpartners; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Technology Partners seeks an SAP PLM Solution Architect in Oak Brook, IL to join the IT team as the strategic tech partner for R&D, Product Innovation and Commercialization. You will drive tech solutions for development, specifications, portfolio management and commercialization.

The role partners with business leaders to improve processes, data quality and speed-to-market, owning the SAP PLM/PPM landscape and defining roadmaps, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, CS, Business, or related discipline.
• 5-7+ years of experience in enterprise PLM/PPM or R&D tech platforms.
• Deep expertise with SAP PLM/PPM, Product Specifications, Recipe Management; MM/PP/QM preferred.
• Strong understanding of product development, commercialization, data governance and MDM.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional process improvement and technology transformation.
• Experience with workflow platforms, low-code development, automation and digital capabilities.
• Strong business partnership, stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
• Product-oriented mindset with systems thinking and data-driven decision making.
• Continuous improvement mindset and interest in emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary IT partner for R&D, Product Development, Commercialization and related functions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to simplify processes, improve data quality and speed-to-market.
• Own stability, performance, support, and continuous improvement of the R&D tech platform landscape.
• Translate business objectives into tech roadmaps and delivery plans for product development.
• Leverage SAP PLM/PPM expertise to maximize value from technology investments.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and digital capabilities to support long-term objectives.
• Define and execute roadmaps supporting product innovation and commercialization.
• Ensure tech investments deliver measurable business value and improved governance.
• Manage suppliers, vendors, and stakeholder relationships for ongoing delivery.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Business acumen

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelors degree

Tools

SAP PLM

SAP PPM

Product Specifications

Recipe Management

Job description

Our client has an exciting opportunity for an SAP PLM Solution Architect to join their Information Technology team based out of their corporate office in Oak Brook, IL. This role serves as the strategic technology partner for Research & Development, Product Innovation, and Commercialization, driving technology solutions that support product development, formulation, specifications, portfolio management, and commercialization. The ideal candidate will partner closely with business leaders to improve processes, enhance data quality, accelerate speed-to-market, and maximize the value of technology, automation, analytics, and AI across the innovation lifecycle.

You’ll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to:

• Serve as the primary IT partner for R&D, Product Development, Commercialization, and related business functions, building trusted relationships with business leaders to understand priorities, challenges, and future innovation needs.
• Partner with R&D, Quality, Operations, Regulatory, and Growth Unit teams to identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve data quality, eliminate manual work, and accelerate speed-to-market through technology, automation, analytics, and AI.
• Own the operational stability, performance, support, and continuous improvement of the R&D technology platform landscape, serving as the primary escalation point for business-critical issues.
• Translate business objectives into technology strategies, roadmaps, and delivery plans that drive product development efficiency, collaboration, data integrity, and business outcomes.
• Leverage deep expertise in SAP PLM, PPM, Product Specifications, Recipe Management, and related R&D processes to maximize the value of technology investments supporting innovation and commercialization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, digital capabilities, automation opportunities, and future platform solutions to support long-term business and innovation objectives.
• Define and execute the technology roadmap supporting product innovation, portfolio management, and commercialization across.
• Ensure technology investments deliver measurable business value through process improvement, operational efficiency, enhanced data governance, and improved speed-to-market.
• Manage key suppliers, vendors, and stakeholder relationships, ensuring effective delivery, support, and continuous improvement of technology solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional business and IT teams to establish scalable, sustainable processes and technology capabilities that support future growth and innovation.

You’ll fit right in if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline is required.
• 5-7+ years of experience supporting enterprise Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Product Portfolio Management (PPM), or R&D technology platforms.
• Deep expertise with SAP PLM/PPM, Product Specifications, Recipe Management, and related SAP capabilities, with broader SAP experience in MM, PP, and QM preferred.
• Strong understanding of product development, innovation, commercialization, Quality, Regulatory, Master Data Management, and product data governance processes within consumer-packaged goods, food manufacturing, or similar manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional business process improvement and technology transformation initiatives, including evaluating, implementing, and supporting PLM platforms and related digital solutions.
• Experience with workflow platforms, low-code application development, automation technologies, and emerging digital capabilities is preferred.
• Strong business partnership, stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to translate business strategies into technology roadmaps and drive alignment without direct authority.
• Product-oriented mindset with strong systems thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, and a focus on delivering measurable business value.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for simplification, operational excellence, and leveraging emerging technologies to solve business challenges.
• Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field

Salary/Rate: $75-$90/HR (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week. Upon conversation the salary would be $140,000-$150,000 (depends on experience level) + Benefits.

About The Company

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA - built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible

Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi - Rebecca)

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

• Conduct recorded video interviews
• Transcribe interviews
• Summarize candidate responses
• Generate job-related insights
• Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.

The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

• A technical interview
• A case study
• A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection:

Every candidate's profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate:

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

Request a non-AI interview path

Ask how your data is being used

Request access to transcripts or interview recordings

Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview

Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment:

For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first - candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We're committed to a hiring process that is:

• Transparent
• Compliant
• Equitable
• Powered by innovative technology that enhances - not replaces - human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We're excited to learn more about you.

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.