SAP S/4HANA Solution Architect (SCM/Process Industries) - English Speaking - Copenhagen, Denmark

SAP S/4HANA Solution Architect (SCM/Process Industries) - English Speaking - Copenhagen, Denmark (60% On-site/40% Remote) - Relocation assistance offered - Permanent Job - Start Date: June 2026 (flexible). Excellent Salary: Euros 130k/annum (970k DKK) + Bonus + Benefits. End Client!

Our end client in the Life Sciences sector, is looking to hire an experienced SAP Solution Architect, with good experience in the Process Industries, with an understanding of GxP compliance and SAP SCM and Production modules to take a leading role in the design and build of their new and exciting SAP S/4HANA Greenfield implementation! (a rare opportunity to get in at the very beginning and ensure things are done correctly from the start, truly put your stamp on the implementation).

Reporting to the CIO, this role will orchestrate SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementation in a scalable, integrated, and disciplined manner across core ERP modules and integrate CRM with ERP operational data to create a Real Time, 360-degree view of the customer.

The ideal candidate is a pragmatic architect with technical depth to effectively direct external implementation/AMS partners and optimize operating costs while safeguarding system scalability and adherence to best practices.

This is a cross-functional leadership role combining solution architecture, delivery oversight, and ongoing platform stewardship.

Experience & Qualifications

• 10+ years SAP experience with strong cross-functional exposure
• Deep expertise in SAP Logistics (MM, PP, PP-PI, QM, PM & SD advantageous)
• Solid understanding of Finance and Projects Integrations
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA (Public Cloud preferred)
• Experience working in multi-release implementation environments
• Experience in integration-heavy landscapes
• Preferred Experience
• Biotech, Pharma, or regulated manufacturing/process industries experience
• Exposure to ELN, LIMS, or MES integrations
• Experience in high-growth or scale-up environments

Leadership Profile

• Act as strategic business partner, co-creating value and aligning technology with business goals to drive growth
• Educate stakeholders on better ways of leveraging the system demonstrating art of the possible as opposed to being an IT order taker
• Brings structure and clarity to complex environments
• Comfortable balancing agility with long-term platform integrity

Key Responsibilities:

• Platform Strategy & Roadmap
• Define and own the product roadmap for SAP S/4HANA public cloud (with a strong focus on SCM/production) and CRM platform
• Prioritize features and capabilities across initial implementation releases and subsequent enhancements based on business value
• Maintain platform budget accurately, with updated quotes from vendors based on planned releases and enhancements

Solution Architecture and Delivery Oversight

• Provide architectural guidance during fit-to-standard and solution definition
• Review all functional and technical designs, validate configuration decisions, and ensure alignment with SAP S/4HANA
• Guide cross-functional process design across Supply Chain, Production, Procurement, Finance, Maintenance, Projects, and Quality
• Ensure master data and process structures support future growth and regulatory requirements
• Direct/provide configuration guidelines in areas of personal expertise where necessary to maintain momentum or address complex requirements
• Define testing strategies and participate actively in system integration testing (SIT) and user acceptance testing (UAT)
• Review all test scripts and outcomes, ensuring the solution meets business requirements before go-live
• Orchestrate cutover and post go live support orchestration working with the project manager/implementation partner
• Responsible for validated state of SAP platform to stay in regulatory compliance and audit ready

Integration Stewardship

• Architect integrations to publish SAP and CRM data Real Time, to downstream systems to maintain is one version of truth in the digital landscape
• Support the design and deployment of interfaces with ELN, LIMS, MES, and CRM platforms
• Ensure clear data ownership, consistency, and scalable interface design

Sustainment & Continuous Improvement

• Oversee SAP/CRM change intake and enhancement prioritization, serving as the central point of contact for all new business requirements
• Evaluate, estimate, and route requests appropriately directing the AMS team for execution and scoping larger enhancements for SI delivery
• Review recurring issues, ensure root cause analysis is conducted by the AMS team, and personally resolve complex configuration items that fall outside standard support scope
• Govern all platform changes and AMS activities to ensure compliance with SAP best practices, minimizing technical debt and preserving upgradeability
• Challenge non-standard requests and drive fit-to-standard solutions for system scalability
• Control AMS hours and budget; oversee the health and performance of the live environment through partner reporting.

Additional information:

• The client will help sponsor work permits, if needed, and offer a relocation service for relocators (who are welcomed).

Benefits include:

• Bonus (8-10% on average)
• A competitive salary equivalent to €130,000/annum (970k DKK)
• Pension, mobile, Internet, health insurance, paid gym membership, 30 days of holiday
• 37 Hour work week