at PepsiCo Corp in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Architect- SAP S4 OTC Order Management Integration Subprocess Lead
OTC - Orders and Contracts Management (OCM) Processes relate to:
* Master data setup for SAP OCM – Business Partner Set-up, Material Master Set-up, Material Determination, Customer Material Info-records, Pricing Master Data, Output Master Data
* Quotations and Orders Management, Sales Document Type, Item Category and Schedule Lines Set-up, Copy Control Settings, Incompletions, Material Determination with ATP, Status Management, Shipping Point Determination etc.
* Advance ATP Functionalities including Availability Check, Back-order Processing, Product Allocations and ABC confirmations for sales documents
* EDI Integration with external partners for Sales Orders and Deliveries
* Customer Returns Management, Credit Notes Processing and Advance returns processing
* Special Sales Scenarios – Consignment Processing, Third Party Sales, Inter and Intra -company Sales Scenarios, Integration with external WMS systems
* Experience of working with other Cross Value Streams like PTP, MTD, RTR and FTS
* Reporting and Analytics – Performance KPI Reporting, Order Monitor / Dashboards, Sales Revenue Reporting
Responsibilities
* Partner with all OTC Process Leads to implement and deploy the end-to-end solution
* Support decision-making for Order & Contract Management functionality of the Global Template during deployment
* Collaborate with other Value Stream Leads and Global SMEs to implement and deploy the Global Template
* Actively engage and educate business process leads on solution optimization, simplification and standardization capabilities
* Partner with System Integrator (SI) during end to end lifecycle of project to deliver solution that meets business requirements
* Own end to end delivery of objects assigned which includes blueprint, design, build, test, deploy
* Adopt existing solution/s (as applicable) in PGT, PBNA, FLNA to PQGC
* Collaborate with other project value stream teams as needed to ensure alignment with OTC Order Management and related cross functional RICEFs
* Work closely and collaborate with onshore and offshore team members to ensure a prioritized and sufficient work plan for the teams to work against
* Provide regular updates to the project leadership on Time/Cost/Quality risks and mitigations
* At all phases, partner with IT team to ensure planned solutions are “fit for purpose”
* Identify risks and issues and follow the program risk management strategy
* Adopt and adhere to project guidelines and values:
* Adopt development practices which focus on quality and value, while increasing efficiency, and minimizing waste
* Foster an environment where communication, teamwork, and innovation are encouraged
* Help to implement best practices such as continuous integration, automation of testing and delivery, and continuous peer review within teams
Compensation and Benefits:
* The expected compensation range for this position is between $102,800 - $172,100 based on a full-time schedule.
* Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary.
* Bonus based on performance and eligibility; target payout is 12% of annual salary paid out annually.
* Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
* In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required
* 10 – 15 years of experience configuring, deploying and managing SAP ERP processes with a focus on SAP Orders & Contracts Management and Returns Processes within OTC
* Strong experience in end-to-end Order to Cash – OCM Design, Development, and implementation, including integration across other functional areas, i.e. Make to deploy, procure to pay, Finance etc.
* Deep, broad functional and solution knowledge of SAP solution in following process(es): Order to Cash – Orders & Contracts Management and Returns Processes
* Knowledge of all master data objects required to support all Order to Cash – Orders & Contracts Management and Returns Processes
* Strong Order to Cash experience in a global solution development, support, and governance capacity
* EDI Integration experience for Orders, Delivery and Billing Processes
* Experience of working with Special Sales Scenarios – Consignment Processing, Third Party Sales, Inter and Intra -company Sales Scenarios, Integration with external WMS systems
* Experience of working with other Cross Value Streams like PTP, MTD, RTR and FTS
* Familiar with PepsiCo business processes and nuances related to Order to Cash processes across multiple markets.
* Knowledge of solutions deployed within PepsiCo
* Previous solution leadership role on a major SAP transformation project(s), solution architect role is a plus
* Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
* Proficient in written & spoken English
* Ability to work flexible hours based on varying business requirements
* Knowledge and experience in the following tools, disciplines and processes are nice to have: SAP SolMan, Azure, ALM, ARIS and MS Project
* Solves highly complex problems within the work team, and with cross functional teams
* Strong influencing, facilitating, and consulting skills in working with stakeholders at all levels in the organization and across departments
* Ability to quickly adapt to changes in timelines and sequences
* Adaptability and flexibility including ability to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity and change
* Consulting background a plus
Leadership and communication skills:
* Demonstrates the desire and ability to develop new technology skills, business knowledge, and customer service capability through training, experimentation, and self-study
* Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
* Provides outstanding customer service skills to direct and indirect customers
* Ability to effectively manage an international team of experts
* Ability to effectively work with remote teams in different regions of the world
* Strong vendor management abilities.
* Negotiation Skills
* Coaching/Facilitation skills (as promoted by the Agile Coaching Institute), including but not limited to
* Levels of Listening
* Conflict Resolution
* Root Cause facilitation
* Training techniques
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
