The SAP MM Solution Architect will support global Business Units and collaborate closely with business stakeholders, functional teams, and application developers to design, enhance, and support mission-critical applications within the SAP Procure-to-Pay (PTP) landscape. This includes SAP Material Management (MM), OpenText VIM, Fiori applications, SRM tools, and all related procurement/inventory interfaces. The role involves solution design, issue resolution, system analysis, documentation, testing, and ongoing production support in a fast-paced international trade environment. Key Responsibilities Solution Design & Delivery • Architect, configure, and optimize SAP MM/PTP solutions across procurement, inventory, and logistics functions. • Work with global stakeholders to translate business requirements into functional specifications and solution designs. • Design end-to-end solutions including SAP ECC/S4, OpenText VIM, Fiori apps, and 3rd-party procurement interfaces. • Evaluate system architecture with focus on design quality, scalability, and integration. System Support & Enhancements • Provide L2/L3 support for SAP MM, VIM, and PTP processes across global locations. • Analyze issues, perform root-cause analysis, and deliver long-term fixes. • Support production, development, and testing landscapes. Testing & Documentation • Lead and coordinate functional testing, integration testing, defect resolution, and regression testing. • Prepare and maintain detailed application documentation, configuration guides, process maps, and test cases. Procure-to-Pay Process Governance • Maintain and enhance PTP procedures, controls, and process governance models. • Identify process gaps, improvement opportunities, and automation options. • Support implementation of good procurement stewardship practices. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with Finance, AP, Planning, Logistics, and Technical teams to ensure seamless PTP integration. • Partner with ABAP, Basis, and middleware teams to define technical designs and integration requirements. • Participate in system conversions, migrations, and data load activities. Required Skills & Experience Core SAP Expertise • Minimum 8–12 years of SAP MM experience with deep knowledge of PTP processes. • Hands-on configuration experience in: • Purchase Requisitions & Purchase Orders • Product Catalog & Vendor Master • Material Master • Inventory Management • MRP • Foreign Trade / Customs • Logistics Invoice Verification • Valuation & Physical Inventory • Delegation of Authority (DOA) approvals • International trade transactions • Mandatory: Experience in SAP PTP implementations (full lifecycle). Specialized Skills • OpenText VIM – configuration, troubleshooting, and workflow understanding. • Fiori – PTP-related apps, configuration, troubleshooting. • Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) applications – experience preferred. • Experience supporting export, import, cross-border trade, and multi-country PTP scenarios. Functional & Analytical Skills • Strong system analysis and solution architecture capabilities. • Ability to identify gaps, draft functional specs, and drive technical builds. • Strong testing, documentation, and presentation skills. • Ability to collaborate with global teams across time zones. Other Requirements • Remote only – no onsite requirement. • Work schedule: 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM IST to align with international teams. • Ability to travel occasionally for global project workshops or go-lives. Originally posted on Himalayas