Solution Architect - Supply Chain

Job Level: ManagerDepartment: GIT Business SolutionsLocation: Bangalore,IndiaMode - HybridReports to: Manager, GIT Business SolutionsBudget – Market Standard
Job SummaryThe Solution Architect – Supply Chain will lead the design and delivery of integratedSAP and non-SAP solutions supporting global procurement, planning, inventory, andquality management processes. This role will be responsible for architecting scalableand efficient solutions in a highly customized SAP ECC AFS environment. The positiondemands hands-on expertise in core supply chain processes, strong understanding ofMRP and planning logic, experience with cloud-based planning tools such as SAP IBP,and the ability to guide technical teams to deliver tailored automation solutions. TheSolution Architect will also manage and mentor a Solution Engineer (Supply Chain) andcollaborate with stakeholders across business and IT functions.
Key Responsibilities Support global SAP supply chain solution implementations across end-to-end procurement, planning, and inventory processes Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements that add measurable business value Conduct fit-gap analysis and architect functional and technical solutions that promote global standards, integration, and automation Prepare and maintain detailed solution design documentation and functional specifications Configure and support SAP modules including MM, QM, PP, and IM; design custom solutions for procurement, subcontracting, inter-company transactions,and production planning Architect automated solutions involving ABAP enhancements, user exits, custom reports, movement types, and forms Manage inbound goods planning, procurement-related master data, vendor portal integration, and lifecycle management Lead the implementation and support of MRP, demand/supply planning logic, and custom reporting Integrate SAP ECC with SAP IBP and other cloud-based or external planning tools Monitor batch jobs, interfaces, process chains, and ensure system stability across planning and inventory functions Lead system testing cycles and user acceptance testing; oversee smooth deployment of solution changes into production Work with supply chain stakeholders to plan road map for 6-12 months and planresources accordingly Guide and mentor the Solution Engineer – Supply Chain on daily tasks,architecture alignment, and delivery timelines Respond to service requests efficiently and provide timely communication to stakeholders Collaborate with development teams on solution implementation, ensure alignment to system architecture, scalability, and performance Execute responsibilities in special projects, adhering to timelines, and escalate risks as needed Leverage existing tools and knowledge assets to reduce duplication and accelerate delivery of robust solutions Follow prescribed Solution Manager processes and maintain full documentation lifecycle (CC, FS, TS) Leverage and deploy Generative AI-assisted data analytics and apply logical constructs to custom programming steps to design efficient, scalable businesssolutions with minimal reliance on development resources
Area of Focus SAP ECC AFS MM, PP, QM, and IM configuration Procurement: master data, PO lifecycle, vendor integration, subcontracting, purchase pricing, vendor portal, work flow approval process Planning: MRP, demand and supply planning, inter-plant procurement, production order planning Quality Management processes and integration with external systems. Integration with SAP IBP demand planning system and other modules of SAP Inventory Management and control, custom movement types, material lifecycle management Custom reporting, automation tools, and interface design Production order planning and integration with material availability ABAP-related debugging, enhancements, and collaboration with developers System monitoring, performance optimization, and batch processing Design, architect and enhance supply chain business processes
QualificationsEducation Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Applications, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field Preferred: MBA or comparable postgraduate qualificationExperience Minimum 3 full lifecycle SAP implementations with solution design ownership At least 8–10 years of experience in SAP Supply Chain functional areas (MM, PP, QM, IM) Experience with procurement planning, subcontracting, inter-company procurement, MRP, and lifecycle management Hands-on experience with SAP IBP or equivalent cloud-based planning tools (preferred) Experience with ABAP debugging and collaboration on custom developments Knowledge of APO, SRM (preferred) Designed and architected solutions to support Procure-to-Pay (P2P) business processes, including integration of SAP systems with internal and externalapplications Proven track record of designing scalable custom solutions in highly customized SAP environments, working in SAP AFS environment would be preferred Strong problem-solving skills, system troubleshooting capabilities, and ability to work across global time zones Excellent written and verbal communication skills Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and results-driven
Required Competencies(Refer to MGI standard competency framework for core behavioral expectations.)