SAP Solution Architect (Logistics and TMS)

SAP Solution Architect (Logistics and TMS)
Spring, TX

We are seeking a Senior SAP Solution Architect (Logistics and TMS) with 15+ years of experience to lead architecture and delivery of large-scale, high‑value global logistics, and transportation, transformation programs.
The role requires deep, hands‑on expertise across SAP S/4HANA Logistics Execution (LE‑TRA), Material Management (MM), ARIBA SCC, EDI and IG guide configuration, 3PL and 4PL logistics, Sales & Distribution (SD – Secondary Skill), and enterprise Transportation Management Systems (TMS). The architect will be accountable for end‑to‑end solution design, ensuring seamless integration between order management, procurement, inventory, transportation execution, billing, and financial settlement.

Scope of Responsibilities

End‑to‑End Solution Architecture

Own the overall SAP logistics and transportation solution architecture spanning:
SAP MM (Procurement, Inventory Management, STOs)
SAP LE‑TRA (Shipment creation, execution, freight settlement)
SAP S/4HANA SD (Order‑to‑Cash, Secondary Skill)
Enterprise Transportation Management System (any leading TMS software- SAP TMS, BY TMS, Oracle TMS)
Design future‑state architectures that ensure seamless flow from:
Customer order to delivery and final shipment to customer
Procurement and internal stock movements
Delivery, shipment, carrier execution
Billing, freight settlement, and financial posting
Define clear functional and system boundaries between SAP modules, boundary applications, and TMS to avoid duplication, ensure clean ownership, and simplify operations.
Procurement, Inventory & MM Integration

Design MM and Inventory Management integrations with LE and TMS, including:
Procurement flows and inbound logistics
Stock transfers (STO) and intercompany movements
Inventory visibility across plants, storage locations, and distribution centersCustomer order and STO to outbound logistics, shipment
Ensure clean linkage between MM, WM/EWM (where applicable), LE‑TRA, and TMS.
Support network and inventory optimization initiatives across hubs, 3PL, 4PL, DCs, and consolidation centers.
High‑Value Program Leadership

Provide architecture leadership for multi‑year, multi‑million‑dollar global transformation programs.
Support discovery, blueprinting, rollout, and stabilization phases with strong architectural governance.
Agile Delivery & Architecture Governance

Act as the architecture authority within Agile, SAFe, or hybrid delivery models.
Translate business epics across MM, LE, SD, ARIBA SCC and TMS into architecture‑ready features and solution designs.
Balance incremental delivery with long‑term architecture sustainability and roadmap alignment.
Integration & Data Architecture

Define and govern integration architecture across SAP modules (MM, WM, eWM, LE, SD), TMS, carriers, 3PLs, and external platforms.
Oversee EDI, API, and event‑driven integrations for orders, deliveries, shipments, freight, and invoices.
Establish master data governance across customers, materials, routes, carriers, rates, and locations.
Vendor & SI Governance

Provide architectural leadership and assurance for System Integrators and technology vendors.
Review and approve:
Solution Design Documents (SDD)
Technical Design Documents (TDD)
Integration, migration, and rollout strategies
Ensure SI proposals and solutions align with enterprise architecture standards, business objectives, and commercial commitments.
Stakeholder & Executive Engagement

Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, IT leadership, and executive sponsors.
Support executive forums (SteerCo, design councils, investment reviews) with clear architectural recommendations.
Communicate complex SAP and logistics architectures to both technical and business audiences.
Required Experience & Qualifications

15+ years of experience in SAP Logistics and Supply Chain solutions
Strong experience as a Solution Architect for global SAP and logistics programs
Deep hands‑on expertise in:
SAP MM (procurement, inventory, STOs)
SAP LE‑TRA
Inbound, outbound delivery, EDI 856, 214, 940, 945, Shipment, shipment cost documents
Enterprise TMS platforms (any leading TMS software)
Domain & Industry Expertise

End‑to‑end Procure‑to‑Pay, Inventory management, Order to cash integration
Global transportation and logistics execution
Cross‑border and intercompany logistics
Freight rating, audit, settlement, and financial integration
Network optimization, DCs, consolidation hubs, and distribution models
Delivery & Leadership

Proven experience delivering programs using Agile, SAFe, or hybrid methodologies
Strong experience leading multi‑vendor, globally distributed teams
Solid governance, risk management, and decision‑making skills
Technical & Architectural Skills

SAP S/4HANA architecture across MM, EM, LE, SD, Middleware (PI/PO, Seeburger), and boundary application
Integration patterns using APIs, EDI, and event‑based messaging
Cloud and hybrid integration understanding
Strong knowledge of non‑functional requirements (performance, scalability, resiliency)