• Senior Solution Architect - SAP PP

    Actalent (Exton, PA)


    Solution Architect - SAP (PP-PI)

    Job Description

    The Solution Architect, Digital & Transformation (D&T), SAP-Production Planning collaborates with Production & Operations functions to define, deliver, and support D&T-enabled business solutions. This role is responsible for defining strategic directions, determining business needs, designing & delivering technical solutions for Production Planning, and managing team members. The position focuses on delivering production planning with integration to Quality, including project delivery, system enhancement, and production support in alignment with D&T and company policies and procedures.

    Responsibilities

    + Interact with Business and Subject Matter Experts to understand requirements.

    + Understand current setups and design of the system.

    + Configure and develop requirements based on design, ensuring scalability.

    + Support team members and ensure project progress.

    + Conduct PRE UAT, UAT, and prepare training documentation.

    + Provide onsite training.

    + Spearhead mapping of business requirements to optimal technical solutions.

    + Deliver technical functionality to meet business requirements.

    + Manage people, work distribution, and performance evaluation.

    + Coordinate cross-functional teams.

    + Mentor and coach team members, focusing on team building and development.

    + Solve complex problems using breadth of expertise.

    + Provide system support and maintenance according to standards and regulatory requirements.

    + Create and maintain system lifecycle documents, including SOPs, SOIs, and Job Aids.

    + Participate in the Change Control process.

    + Collaborate with Production, Operations, and Supply Chain to define detailed business requirements for D&T enablement.

    + Interpret issues and recommend solutions or best practices.

    + Stay up to date on the latest release.

    + Work in a virtual environment in a global organization, prioritizing tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Deep expertise in SAP system functionality and technical understanding of SAP Production Planning in the Process Industries

    + QM integration

    + Discrete and Process Manufacturing is a must

    + Experience in integrating SAP S4HANA nice to have

    + Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced and complex environment.

    + Sound judgment with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

    + Compliance with relevant SOPs as per company policy.

    + Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs.

    + Must be hands on from requirement, solution, configuration, setup, validation, and training, etc

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.

    + Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience.

    + Agile & Scrum Certification, ITIL preferred.

    + Experience in process industries, production planning, and SAP PP configuration.

    + Integration knowledge with SAP EWM, Batch Management, and capacity planning software.

    + Pharma experience and integration knowledge with external systems are nice to have.

    Work Environment

    The position requires a minimum of 3 days per week in the office. Employees feel that their work contributes to improving lives through healthcare and pharmaceutical innovation. The company has a clear mission and purpose, especially in supporting safe drug delivery systems. It offers competitive pay, solid benefits packages, and opportunities for overtime and performance-based incentives. Employees can learn new skills and grow professionally, with training programs and cross-functional exposure available in some departments.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Exton, PA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $89.00 - $89.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Exton,PA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 29, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.