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Applications Architect

Applications Architect

Robert HalfHopkins, MN, US
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Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY :

The IT Applications Architect serves as a key technical and functional leader within the organization, responsible for designing and delivering robust solutions that align business needs with IT capabilities. This role leverages expert-level knowledge of SAP systems, integration, and business processes to drive innovation, lead projects, and mentor team members.

Duties And Responsibilities

Business and Functional Expertise

  • Demonstrates strong business-functional knowledge and translates it into effective SAP configurations.
  • Serves as a trusted advisor to multiple functional groups, providing guidance and expertise.
  • Supports business plans and strategies by delivering innovative IT solutions aligned with organizational goals.
  • Provides expert-level advice on business processes, policies, and practices, ensuring alignment with IT systems.
  • Define the overall architecture across SAP modules (e.g., S / 4 HANA, FICO, MM, SD, EWM, etc.).
  • Ensure integration between SAP and non-SAP systems (middleware, APIs, 3rd party tools).

SAP Configuration and Technical Leadership

  • Possesses expert-level SAP configuration skills across multiple functional areas, with a focus on integration and complex interfaces.
  • Recommends upgrade / patch strategies and evaluates future maintenance costs for budgeting purposes.
  • Demonstrates a solid understanding of ABAP development, data loads, data conversions, and interfaces, with an ability to debug and troubleshoot effectively.
  • Explores and implements new technology trends to deliver innovative business opportunities.
  • Evaluate when to use SAP standard features versus when custom development is justified.

    • Project Leadership and Execution

  • Leads projects of varying sizes, showcasing the ability to manage complex initiatives and deliver results.
  • Develops and completes project feasibility studies, charters, and methodologies with precision and thoroughness.
  • Coordinates contractor activities on projects and ensures effective project completion performance reviews.
  • Coaches and mentors team members on small to medium-sized projects to build their skills and knowledge.

    • Team Collaboration and Coaching

  • Provides effective coaching, feedback, and performance appraisals to team members and project staff.
  • Collaborates across teams, supporting problem resolution and technical issue troubleshooting.
  • Mentors IT and functional team members, sharing knowledge and expertise to strengthen the organization's capabilities.

    • Support and Maintenance

  • Acts as a system owner, ensuring smooth operations and recommending system improvements.
  • Utilizes online resources to efficiently identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues.
  • Coordinates support activities and demonstrates resourcefulness in resolving cross-functional challenges.

    • Strategic Contribution

  • Translates business strategies into scalable IT architectures and solutions.
  • Stays ahead of technology trends and identifies opportunities to enhance business capabilities.
  • Effectively architects integration requirements for diverse software solutions.SAP, IT configurations, Business Analysis, Architecture Design, SAP MM - Materials Management, SAP SD, SAP SD Sales & Distribution, SAP EWM, SAP ECC, Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP), Manufacturing Environment
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