Job Description:
Job Summary
The Senior Manager – SAP Architecture & Solutions leads the design, integration, and governance of enterprise SAP landscapes aligned with business objectives and architecture standards. This role translates business requirements into scalable, secure, and high-performance SAP solutions while driving modernization initiatives such as S/4HANA migrations and adoption of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).
The position provides architectural leadership across utilities-focused SAP environments, ensuring system optimization, seamless integrations, and a future-ready technology foundation that supports operational excellence and business agility.
Key Responsibilities
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Own SAP solution architecture across utilities modules including IS-U, Billing, Device Management, EDM, AMI, and FI-CA.
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Define architecture standards, blueprints, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality.
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Design and modernize SAP landscapes across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
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Lead technical strategy for upgrades, migrations, integrations, and transformation initiatives.
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Conduct architecture assessments, roadmaps, and optimization efforts.
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Evaluate emerging SAP technologies and support proofs of concept and technology selection.
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Collaborate with enterprise architects, application owners, and delivery teams to align solutions with business goals.
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Establish architecture governance, reference models, and compliance standards.
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Design and oversee integrations with enterprise platforms and third-party systems using SAP integration technologies.
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Mentor architects and engineers while promoting knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
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Translate business needs into technical designs and ensure successful solution delivery.
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Perform system performance reviews and resolve complex architectural issues.
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Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and SAP best practices.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
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Minimum of 10 years of SAP architecture and implementation experience.
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Deep expertise in utilities processes and SAP IS-U modules.
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Hands-on experience with S/4HANA implementations, SAP BTP, BW/4HANA, Fiori, ABAP, and cloud technologies.
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Strong experience with SAP integration platforms and core integration protocols.
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Solid understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks, governance, and road mapping.
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Knowledge of SAP Basis, security, compliance controls, and performance optimization.
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Experience delivering SAP solutions in large enterprise environments.
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SAP architecture or technology certifications preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
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Masters degree in a related technical or business field.
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Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Deep understanding of utility industry processes and regulatory environments.
Core Competencies
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Continuous improvement mindset
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Change leadership and initiative
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Results-driven execution
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Customer-focused approach
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Strong collaboration and communication
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Strategic leadership