Sap Solutions Architect

NAVA Software Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NAVA Software Solutions in Houston, TX, seeks a Business Solutions Manager for Manufacturing (MFG) with deep SAP techno-functional expertise. You will drive end-to-end processes, align efficiency metrics, and partner with leaders to ensure successful cross-functional projects.

The role requires SAP PP/MM/MRP, Quality Management, and Warehouse solutions knowledge, plus strong stakeholder management and global transformation experience. Onsite in Houston with W2 tax term.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a business/IT field or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years in consulting or corporate SAP PP/Manufacturing roles.
• Strong SAP S/4HANA knowledge and certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical champion for transformation within the Manufacturing Workstream.
• Function as a Solution Architect for end-to-end processes and global programs.
• Collaborate with leadership to drive decision-making with metrics and KPIs.
• Define end-to-end technical process requirements and governance.
• Support rollout and adoption of initiatives across plants and sites.

Skills

SAP expertise

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Finance, Accounting, or Business

10+ years SAP experience in manufacturing modules

Tools

SAP PP

SAP MM

MRP

Quality Management

Warehouse Management

Job description

Location : Houston, TX (Onsite) Need Only Locals

Duration : 12+ Months

Tax Term : W2

This candidate can either be in Houston or Fort Worth. But note that if in Fort Worth, they will be working in the plant in West Fort Worth.

Job Description.

The Business Solutions Manager - Manufacturing (“MFG”) will be responsible for supporting, maintaining, and enhancing the processes and technology for the Manufacturing value stream. This role will focus on establishing and aligning key efficiency metrics to drive business outcomes. The position offers significant responsibility and ownership, requiring close collaboration with leaders and stakeholders across the company to ensure alignment with strategic initiatives and successful execution of cross-functional projects.

Detailed Description:

• Serve as a Technical champion for transformation within, driving innovation and ensuring successful outcomes for the Manufacturing Workstream.
• Function as a Solution Architect for end-to-end (E2E) processes and global transformation initiatives for MFG and QM, aligning with business objectives.
• Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders, providing relevant information to decision-making at the leadership level.
• Define comprehensive end-to-end technical process requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards for the processes within MFG and QM.
• Oversee process governance within MFG, ensuring effective transformation management and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Identify opportunities for optimization and continuous improvement across processes and systems.
• Support the roll-out and adoption of implemented initiatives, ensuring smooth integration and buy-in from all relevant parties.

Job Requirements

• Expertise across capabilities within MFG and understanding of business and user needs.
• Proven experience implementing and supporting SAP PP, MM, MRP, Quality Management, Warehouse solutions, and ancillary systems.
• Understanding of the systems and toolsets relevant to the functional area, including Production Orders, Demand Planning, Manufacturing Execution, Warehouse Management, and integration with Plant Maintenance and SD modules.
• Strong relationships with key business stakeholders, ensuring alignment and collaboration across departments for reporting and analytics needs.
• Cross-functional expertise regarding integrations to modules such as FICO, PP, MM, etc. is required.
• Provide system solutions enabled by SAP S4 HANA for business requirements
• Proven team player with ability to work with colleagues at all levels.
• Ability to thrive under time-sensitive deadlines, maintaining a calm, solution-focused demeanor when faced with challenges. Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, prioritizing tasks with many distractions, and managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously to meet challenging deadlines.
• Flexible and proactive problem solver adept at achieving results in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
• Excellent computer skills with the ability to run reports and complete analysis. Advanced proficiency in MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and meeting deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field, or equivalent practical experience and relevant certifications.
• 10 + years of relevant work experience in consulting, SAP techno-functional support, and/or corporate financial systems roles focusing on SAP PP/Manufacturing modules.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP Certification or other certifications
• Experience with SAP Digital Manufacturing and Quality Management
• Experience with Extended Warehouse Management or equivalent.
• Experience with BI tools such as SAP Analytics Cloud, Tableau, and Power BI.
• Experience leading value streams during SAP implementations or providing long-term support for Manufacturing.
• Experience with international operations.

Demonstrated ability in the following leadership competencies:

• Builds and Maintains Effective Relationships
• Develops Self and Others
• Builds Effective Teams
• Managing Vision and Purpose
• Business Acumen
• Drive for Results
• Decision Quality

Work is primarily in a climate-controlled / office environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk with occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from the floor, bending, and frequent near vision use for reading and use of a computer, telephone, and other office equipment.