Solution Lead Architect - SAP Sales & Distribution (SD)

• Deliver SAP SD/OTC solutions aligned to enterprise templates and business objectives.
• Offer expert guidance to SAP SD/OTC support teams and integration partners.
• Analyze document and revise business processes and system logic as needed.
• Collaborate with business partners to understand operations and benchmark best practices.
• Advise on business case analysis and multi-generational product planning.
• Design business processes that support Caterpillar's strategic goals.
• Provide recommendations to Process Owners and serve as a subject matter consultant.
• Lead and drive complex solution implementations and provide project leadership.
• Create high-level test plans to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Oversee User Acceptance Testing and script sign-off for key releases.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships through effective communication and leadership.
• Identify opportunities assess risks and ensure alignment with strategic outcomes.
• Design and configure pricing procedures including condition tables and types.
• Demonstrate expertise in OTC processes and related business functions.

• Core Application Systems: Extensive knowledge of major production application systems used for delivery of services to internal and external clients; ability to leverage major production application systems in diverse situations.
• Planning: Tactical Strategic: Extensive knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term) tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
• Products and Services: Working knowledge of major products and services and product and service groups; ability to apply knowledge of product and service appropriately to diverse situations.
• Analytical Thinking: Expert knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Application Delivery Process: Extensive knowledge of major tasks deliverables and formal application delivery methodologies; ability to utilize these to deliver new or enhanced applications.
• Architecture Modeling: Working knowledge of Architecture Modeling; ability to develop and modify enterprise architecture through conceptual logical and physical approaches.
• Information Security Technologies: Basic knowledge of technologies and technology-based solutions dealing with information security issues; ability to protect information security across the organization using encryption technologies and appropriate security software.
• System and Technology Integration: Expert knowledge of the features and facilities of systems; ability to integrate and communicate among applications databases and technology platforms.

• Four-year bachelor's degree preferably in computer science information systems engineering or related field.
• Progressive SAP or other equivalent ERP (QAD) experience.
• Deep understanding of core SAP SD functions including comprehensive knowledge of invoicing pricing procedures sales order conversions loan processes system configuration (SPRO) and interface (EDI API's) management.
• Demonstrated leadership in large-scale ERP implementations and transformations.
• Experience designing developing deploying and maintaining software on a scale.
• Adept at collaborating with business partners to translate requirements into detailed functional designs & specifications.
• Highly skilled in complex problem-solving and excelling in dynamic challenging environments.
• Knowledge of Caterpillar dealer network facilities product structure and machine ordering landscape and logistics
• SAP Certified Associate - Sales
• Experience with brownfield uplift from ECC to S4/HANA
• Effective presentation oral and written communication abilities.

• The primary location for this position is Peoria IL Dallas TX
• 5 DAYS ONSITE MANDATORY
• Ability to travel globally up to 20%.
• Relocation is NOT available.

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical dental vision RX and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals - Including minorities females veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

• Medical dental and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

What We Do

Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc. responsible for bringing digital capabilities to our world-famous yellow iron. With over 1.5M connected assets worldwide our teams use data technology advanced analytics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better world.

Why Work With Us

The Cat Digital team is at the forefront of Caterpillar’s evolution. We take pride in solving complex problems by building new systems from the ground up. On our team you’ll leverage data from across our entire enterprise to find solutions that open a new world of possibilities for our customers and dealers. Join us in building a better tomorrow.

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