Senior Solution Architect - SAP-

• Lead and facilitate all design workshops, requirements finalization, and design-freeze sessions with business stakeholders.
• Own end-to-end solution design covering:
  – Plan / Schedule heuristics, PP/DS Optimizer (cost-based & constraint-based optimization, setup/sequence optimization, block planning).
  – Detailed scheduling (DS Board, interactive planning, capacity leveling, pegging, alerts).
  – Master data (PDS/PPM, resources, setup matrices, planning procedures).
  – Integration via CIF with S/4HANA core modules (PP, MM, SD, QM, EWM) as applicable and any legacy/IBP interfaces.
  – All planning strategies (MTO, MTS, Make-to-Order with variant configuration, Repetitive, etc.).
• Prepare and own the Solution Design Document (SDD), Functional Specifications, Configuration Rationales, and Optimizer Profiles.
• Conduct fit-gap analysis and recommend best-practice PP/DS solutions; obtain ILMN sign-off on design-freeze.
• Provide detailed build instructions, configuration guides, and review checkpoints to development/build team.
• Perform design reviews and quality gates during the build phase; validate configurations and optimizer runs.
• Collaborate closely with the offshore team to ensure knowledge transfer and consistent delivery.
• Support hyper-care / go-live preparation and post-go-live optimization of PP/DS processes.
• Mentor ILMN and other partners from cross functional work streams (per need) on PP/DS best practices.

• At least 9+ years of hands-on SAP APO PP/DS experience and 3+ years of S4 ePPDS (minimum 3–4 full lifecycle implementations, preferably in S/4HANA embedded PP/DS).
• Deep expertise in PP/DS Optimizer configuration, performance tuning, optimization profiles, and cost/penalty modeling.
• Strong experience in CIF integration, master-data governance (PDS, resources, setup groups), heuristics, and detailed scheduling strategies.
• Proven track record of owning solution design and design-freeze in complex manufacturing environments (discrete, process, or automotive preferred).
• Excellent stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills; ability to translate business needs into optimal PP/DS designs.
• SAP PP/DS certification (or equivalent) is a strong plus, but not mandatory.

• Holistic Supply Chain knowledge for better cross functional collaboration.
• Good communication skills (written & verbal) and ability to work in a multi-vendor environment.

ABOUT US:

Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automation, and resiliency – to thrive on change.

Our transformative solutions in Digital Logistics, Cognitive Manufacturing, Autonomous Planning, Smart Procurement and Digitalization are positioned around key industry pillars and delivered through a comprehensive portfolio of services spanning digital strategy, design and build, and implementation across a range of technology platforms.

Bristlecone is ranked among the top ten leaders in supply chain services by Gartner. We are headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe and Asia, and over 2,500 consultants. Bristlecone is part of the $19.4 billion Mahindra Group.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Bristlecone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

INFORMATION SECURITY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand and adhere to Information Security policies, guidelines and procedure, practice them for protection of organizational data and Information System.
• Take part in information security training and act while handling information.
• Report all suspected security and policy breach to InfoSec team or appropriate authority (CISO).
• Understand and adhere to the additional information security responsibilities as part of the assigned job role.