SAP PLM Strategic Leader

Job description

**Role & responsibilities** As a **senior SAP PLM Technology & Solution Leader** with deep handson expertise across **SAP PLM, PLM Web UI, and SAP PLM RD**, combined with strong **CPG / Process Industry domain knowledge**. The role anchors the **SAP PLM Solutions** and acts as a **bridge between business, architecture, and delivery**, supporting **solutioning, PoVs, proposals, and large transformation programs**. - Own and evolve the SAP PLM technology vision for CPG and Process industries - Lead endtoend PLM solutioning for large transformation deals - Support presales, proposals, and PoV creation with strong technical credibility - Mentor architects and delivery teams as part of the PLM CoE Translate NPD/NPI and product lifecycle business needs into scalable SAP PLM solutions **Preferred candidate profile** **1. SAP PLM Technology & Architecture Leadership** - Act as the **technology authority** for SAP PLM across: - DMS - ECM / ER / CR - PLM Web UI (PLMWUI) - SAP PLM RD (Specification, Recipe Development, Label Sets) - Master Data Objects (Material, BOM, Routing, PRT, Work Centers, DIRs) - Define **reference architectures**, solution patterns, and best practices for SAP PLM - Guide **cloud hosting strategies** for SAP PLM (performance, security, cost optimization) **2. CPG / Process Industry Domain Leadership** - Bring strong understanding of **CPG product lifecycles**, including: - New Product Development (NPD) - New Product Introduction (NPI) - Formula & recipe management - Regulatory, compliance, and labeling processes - Advise clients on **process harmonization and standardization** using SAP PLM - Align PLM solutions with downstream SAP processes (S/4HANA, QM, PP, EWM, MDG) **3.Solutioning, PoVs & PreSales Support** - Lead **solution design and storytelling** for: - RFPs and proposals - Client workshops and duediligence engagements - Proofs of Value (PoVs) and demo landscapes - Translate complex PLM capabilities into **clear business value propositions** - Support estimation, scope definition, and roadmap creation for large PLM programs