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Apple AMR Business Process Re-Engineering- Solution Architect 
United States, Texas, Austin 
583701011

15.06.2024
Minimum Qualifications
  • In BPR, we work closely with the business teams to become functional leaders in key supply chain processes and related solutions needs. This includes cross functional processes for enabling Forecasting and Planning processes, Inventory Management, Order management including allocation, optimization and fulfillment, Reverse logistics, etc.
  • Understanding and analyzing the business problems at the root and not just solving for the symptom, is critical to the success of this role. You will focus on recommending process and system innovation and efficiencies through process analysis and building prototypes. Use cases, observations, industry trends, standard methodologies (Design Thinking, Six Sigma, Lean), leading-edge technology and process improvement ideas to challenge the status quo and deliver extraordinary customer-focused solutions.
  • Advise technology projects through the full Software Development Life Cycle - from mobilization to problem definition, scoping, requirements, design, business readiness, testing and implementation.
  • Primary focus will be large complex projects related to supply chain transformation initiatives and migration from SAP ECC to S4 HANA.
  • Negotiate with x-functional teams and business partners to remove barriers and drive results, without compromising the overall quality of the end deliverable.
  • Engage with leadership, cross-functional business partners (Finished Goods, Applecare, Finance, and Retail), and IS&T teams to influence solution design.
  • Prepare the business for the change: Ensuring from the very start of the project, there is a change management plan in place.
  • Ensure project objectives have been met and proper project closure with complete lessons learned.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Proven track record of acting in a lead Solution Architect role, combined with the ability to execute and manage at tactical project-level activities and tasks.
  • Demonstrated competence in functional design and solutions architecture.
  • Led technology transformation projects in Quote to Cash, Supply Chain Enablement, Customer / Vendor / Material Master, Security and roles, etc.
  • Experience with all SAP Supply Chain processes - Quote to Cash, Procure to Pay, Make to Deliver, Inventory management, and Reverse Logistics.
  • Relevant experience implementing innovative Supply Chain solutions leveraging Machine Learning, Optimization, etc.
  • Has lead efforts in solutions designing across various functions - scalable, stable, and efficient with a focus on customer / business voice
  • Has lead teams and change management strategies in driving process improvement projects
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain trust, credibility and build strong relationships
  • As a leader in Solution Architecture, influencing others and moving toward a common vision or goal, including leading cross-functional workshops to drive consensus
  • 10+ years experience in designing and implementing solutions in Retail, consumer, High Tech companies focused on supply, demand planning, eCommerce, Q2C, Logistics Execution, warehouse and transportation management, payments processes, financial and manufacturing
  • 10+ years designing, configuring, developing, and testing in SAP modules such as SD, MM, PP, LE, and TMS.
  • Minimum of 3 full life cycle migration projects from SAP ECC to S4 HANA
  • Exemplary communication and presentation skills, flexible, open working style and an ability to establish trust and credibility quickly
  • Self-motivated individual who thrives working in a global, matrix, fast-paced environment
  • Experience working on projects with teams based outside the US including international engagements
  • Prior experience in SDLC project management and analysis including scoping / timeline management, documenting use cases, process flows/swim lane diagrams, requirements (BRD) etc, UAT, change management etc
Additional Requirements
  • Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.