SAP Extended Warehouse Management (eWM) Solution… at ABB · Heidelberg

SAP Extended Warehouse Management (eWM) Solution Architect
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
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This position reports to:
IS Application Manager, Supply Chain
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As an SAP eWM Solution Architect, you will lead and define SAP Extended Warehouse Management solution architecture for global implementations. This senior role requires extensive SAP eWM expertise combined with deep understanding of warehouse operations and automation technologies. You will work directly with warehouse managers, logistics managers, continuous improvement managers and business stakeholders in multinational contexts, translating complex business requirements into robust technical solutions. You will guide implementation teams, validate supplier proposals, and ensure solutions align with ABB Global Template and best practices while driving operational excellence.
This role is contributing to the Electrification Smart Power Digital Organization globally. The work model is onsite. This is global flexible role with preferred country to hire is from Europe.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Fit & Gap workshops with business stakeholders, warehouse managers, and logistics managers across multinational operations
Define and design SAP eWM solution architecture in strict adherence to SAP eWM Global Template and best practices
Estimate functional effort and timeline for complex projects and change orders
Validate and approve external supplier effort/timeline estimations for projects and change orders, supporting project managers in supplier evaluation
Approve Functional Design Specifications (FDS) ensuring compliance with SAP eWM Architecture and ABB Global Template
Lead and contribute to Business Blueprint (BBP) development and writing when performed by ABB IS
Review and validate Technical Specifications supporting Technical Architects and development teams
Design warehouse automation integration solutions leveraging SAP integration capabilities and technologies
Provide functional approval for System Integration Testing (SIT) scenario definitions
Conduct functional approval of SIT results before releasing for business testing
Contribute to UAT scenario definition and preparation in collaboration with business stakeholders
Design comprehensive Roles and Authorization profiles for SAP eWM and SAP Fiori
Approve cut-over plan IS tasks ensuring smooth go-live execution
Lead go-live activities and hypercare issue resolution with rapid response
Provide proactive support to business in continuous improvement initiatives and optimization
Communicate complex technical solutions clearly to warehouse managers, logistics managers, and executive stakeholders
Mentor and guide functional analysts and technical teams throughout project lifecycle
Stay current with SAP eWM innovations, warehouse automation trends, and integration technologies
Define, design and execute end-user training strategies and training material (continuous evolution of application enhancements)
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree required (Engineering, Business Administration with focus on Logistics/IT, or Information Systems preferred)
SAP Certified Extended Warehouse Management (eWM) Consultant is mandatory
Overall 12+ years of experience in information system domain and minimum 8-10 years of SAP eWM implementation experience on both SAP ECC and S/4 HANA (decentralized version preferred)
Minimum 6 full end-to-end SAP eWM implementations project, preferably in multinational context
Proven track record as Solution Architect or Lead Consultant in complex SAP eWM projects
Hands-on experience working in physical warehouse environments with direct exposure to warehouse operations, needs, and challenges
Strong experience collaborating with warehouse managers and logistics managers at various organizational levels
Experience in evaluating and managing external supplier proposals and deliverables
Background in warehouse automation integration projects
Experience with SAP integration technologies and tools in warehouse management context
Proven ability to work in multinational context, cross-functional teams
Experience in solution architecture design, validation, and governance
Comprehensive mastery of all SAP eWM functionalities
Knowledge of SAP eWM CDS views and ODATA services for S/4 HANA
Expert understanding of SAP eWM Best Practices and Global Template design principles
Functional knowledge of SAP Fiori Apps and extensibility capabilities
Expertise in SAP eWM technical extensions: BADIs, Function Modules, APIs
Advanced knowledge of Roles and Authorizations concepts in SAP S/4 and SAP Fiori
Strong expertise in SAP integration tools and capabilities: IDOC, qRFC, web services, ALE, APIs
Knowledge of warehouse automation integration technologies (MFS, PLC interfaces, conveyor systems, robotics)
Understanding performance optimization, troubleshooting, and scalability considerations
Proficiency in architecture documentation: Solution Design Documents, Architecture Blueprints, Integration Specifications
Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall project methodologies
Proficiency in English (both written and spoken) is a must. Additional language like Italian or Spanish is an added advantage
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