West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc

Solution Architect, D&T, Plan to Produce

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc$100K — $130K *
Exton, PA 19341In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
  • Hands-on SAP PP configuration experience (IMG), testing (SIT/UAT), and system integration
  • Knowledge of cross-functional integration across PP, QM, MM, EWM, and MES environments
  • Commitment to continuous learning regarding SAP S/4HANA innovations and industry best practices

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Production & Operations to define, deliver, and support D&T-enabled business solutions
  • Lead design, implementation, and support of SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP)
  • Drive process optimization, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
  • Ensure seamless integration with MES, QM, and EWM for end-to-end manufacturing execution
  • Manage full lifecycle delivery, including requirements, fit-gap, testing, and go-live support

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Hybrid work model, requiring onsite presence a minimum of 3 days per week
  • Travel opportunities up to 10% annually
Full Job Description
This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week.

No relocation is provided for this opportunity

Job Summary

The Solution Architect, D&T, SAP - Production Planning collaborates with Production & Operations to define, deliver, and support D&T-enabled business solutions. This role leads the design, implementation, and support of SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) with hands-on configuration expertise in MRP, BOMs, routings, work centers, and production orders. The position ensures seamless integration with MES, QM, and EWM to enable end-to-end manufacturing execution. Responsible for full lifecycle delivery, including requirements, fit-gap, testing, and go-live support, the role drives process optimization, continuous improvement, and operational excellence in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret complex business requirements and translate them into scalable SAP S/4HANA PP solutions
  • Advanced problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and resolve production-critical issues
  • Proactive "go the extra mile" mindset with high ownership and accountability for deliverables
  • Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and system performance
  • Good functional expertise in SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (MRP, BOMs, routings, work centers, production orders, capacity planning)
  • Good understanding of cross-functional integration across PP, QM, MM, EWM, and MES environments
  • Hands-on SAP PP configuration experience (IMG), testing (SIT/UAT), and system integration
  • Ability to design solutions aligned with enterprise architecture, governance standards, and digital strategy
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills across business and technical teams
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts in business-friendly language
  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced, high-pressure, and global environments
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
  • High attention to detail with disciplined documentation and change control adherence
  • Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with SAP S/4HANA innovations and industry best practices


Education

Bachelor's degree Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field or equivalent experience.

Work Experience

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret complex business requirements and translate them into scalable SAP S/4HANA PP solutions
  • Advanced problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and resolve production-critical issues
  • Proactive "go the extra mile" mindset with high ownership and accountability for deliverables
  • Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and system performance
  • Good functional expertise in SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (MRP, BOMs, routings, work centers, production orders, capacity planning)
  • Good understanding of cross-functional integration across PP, QM, MM, EWM, and MES environments
  • Hands-on SAP PP configuration experience (IMG), testing (SIT/UAT), and system integration
  • Ability to design solutions aligned with enterprise architecture, governance standards, and digital strategy
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills across business and technical teams
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts in business-friendly language
  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced, high-pressure, and global environments
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
  • High attention to detail with disciplined documentation and change control adherence
  • Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with SAP S/4HANA innovations and industry best practices #LI-NJ1 #LI-Hybrid


Travel Requirements

10%: Up to 26 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

About West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of packaging components and delivery systems for injectable drugs and healthcare products. Working by the side of its customers from concept to patient, West creates products that promote the efficiency, reliability and safety of the world's pharmaceutical drug supply. West is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, and supports its customers from locations in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. West's 2019 net sales of $1.84 billion reflect the daily use of approximately 112 million of its components and devices, which are designed to improve the delivery of healthcare to patients around the world.
Learn more about West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc
Size
10,065 employees
Market Cap
$17.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$346.2 million
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
+13.4%
Revenue
$2.1 billion
NASDAQ

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