SAP OTC Architect

Location: Chicago, IL (5 days per week onsite)Duration: 6 months contract to hirePrimary Job FunctionThe OTC Architect will work with stakeholders to build a holistic view of the organization's SAP strategy processes to identify the required capabilities and define the short-term and long-term strategy and implementation plans necessary to achieve the long-term strategic objectives. The Domain Architect will develop and own the SAP blueprint/roadmap, partnering with the Global Process Owner for their domain globally.The OTC Architect will oversee and directly contribute to developing and implementing cost-effective solutions for various-size projects, coaching functional architects on SAP architecture and business capability-driven methodology, and developing the global SAP architecture governance and processes for managing the SAP domain solutions and capability portfolio. The role is also responsible for defining roadmaps for application improvements, additional functionalities, leveraging best practices, and benchmarking. The OTC architect will collaborate closely with Global Process Owners to identify opportunities to improve the Divisional SAP Template (global) and add functionalities not adequately explored and used today.What You'll Work On Develop, review, and maintain the responsible domain's SAP architecture roadmap and strategy to ensure adequacy and concurrency. (Bring benchmarking and best practices.) Manage and lead the design and implementation of complex SAP solutions and projects across various functional areas. Deliver critical programs across the SAP roadmap: Effectively manage the functional and technical team, providing oversight to deliver on strategic engagements and program deliverables, ensuring the team has against its commitments with the highest quality in a timely fashion. Create and own appropriate business-aligned implementation plans, timelines, milestones, etc. Ensure seamless integration of SAP modules and components with existing systems and third-party applications. Manage Core SAP, connected applications projects, and interfaces or middleware integration. Set and enforce global architecture standards for global ERP solutions. Provide expert guidance and leadership in SAP-related technical matters to internal teams and external partners. Develop, motivate, and direct the functional team, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.Required Qualifications Have an accredited bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, business administration, or another relevant discipline. 10+ years in SAP implementation, support, and management, with at least 8+ years working as an architect, managing SAP projects and teams; working knowledge of all aspects of the SAP implementation methodologies, including Applications, Integration, Data, Security, Change Management, Training, and Communications. 5+ years of experience working as a manager or technical lead. Experience working in a highly validated system environment. Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale SAP projects and teams. In-depth knowledge of various SAP modules aside from your domain. Experience writing and reviewing functional Requirements, User Requirements, and FUT/SIT in MF-ALM.About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.