Description
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Job Description
SAP Functional Solution Architect (Director Level role)
Location/s: Could be based near Portland, OR or N. Boston, MA - New England or NH.
The Opportunity
This is a high-impact role within a technology-driven enterprise operating in complex, highly regulated environments. The organization relies on SAP as a core platform to support growth, operational excellence, and long-term digital transformation. You’ll work at the intersection of business strategy and enterprise architecture—helping shape how SAP enables the future of the business.
If you’re a seasoned SAP professional who wants influence, visibility, and ownership beyond configuration, this role offers the chance to lead at scale.
Role Summary
The SAP Functional Solution Architect is a strategic, hands-on leader responsible for designing and delivering integrated SAP solutions aligned to enterprise goals and best practices. This role bridges business requirements and technical execution, providing functional leadership across SAP initiatives while partnering closely with senior SAP leadership and business stakeholders.
This position is ideal for an experienced SAP professional ready to step into broader responsibility—driving solution design, guiding delivery teams, and influencing SAP roadmaps across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead functional solution design across SAP modules including FI/CO, SD, MM, PP, WM, and integrated applications (strong Finance and Sales background required)
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Partner with business leaders to translate requirements into scalable, end-to-end SAP solutions
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Own functional architecture documentation including process flows, specifications, and configuration standards
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Provide functional leadership during implementations, upgrades, and enhancements
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Ensure alignment with SAP best practices and enterprise architecture standards
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Collaborate with technical, integration, and development teams to deliver cohesive solutions
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Lead process workshops to identify gaps, opportunities, and optimization strategies
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Guide testing, training, change management, and user adoption efforts
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Stay current on SAP innovations (S/4HANA, Fiori, BTP) and assess business applicability
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Provide governance over configuration, custom development, and data migration
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Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on SAP capabilities and roadmap alignment
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Drive continuous improvement of existing SAP processes and solutions
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Support SAP leadership with roadmap planning, vendor evaluations, and external partner management
Required Qualifications
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10+ years of hands-on SAP functional experience, including 2+ full lifecycle implementations
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Bachelor’s degree required
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Deep cross-functional SAP knowledge with strong business process expertise
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Experience with SAP ECC, S/4HANA, and Fiori
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Proven ability to lead workshops, drive consensus, and influence decisions
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Experience in manufacturing, life sciences, consumer goods, or other regulated industries
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Familiarity with Agile or hybrid delivery methodologies
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Working knowledge of SAP integration platforms (CPI, PI/PO)
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
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Ability to manage multiple initiatives with minimal supervision
Additional Requirements
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U.S. Citizenship is required for this position (ITAR Regulated Company)
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Salary range: $160,600 – $185,000+, with final compensation based on location, experience, and skill set
Why This Role Stands Out
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Architect-level influence across enterprise SAP strategy
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Direct partnership with senior leadership
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Modern SAP landscape with S/4HANA and BTP focus
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