SAP Global Trade Services Solution Architect

Job Title

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

Salary: $122,000.00 - $168,000.00

Location: Austin, TX

You'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We're committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.

Key responsibilities:

1. Work with business stakeholders to understand trade compliance requirements and design SAP GTS (E4H) solutions.
2. Architect and design complex business processes across cross-functional teams.
3. Prepare functional and technical specifications and guide technical teams.
4. Configure SAP GTS modules and integrate with SAP ECC, CRM, S/4HANA.
5. Oversee solution build, testing, deployment and lifecycle upgrades.
6. Provide production support, root cause analysis and preventive actions.
7. Collaborate with global business units for alignment of technology and business needs.
8. Lead teams including offshore members for solution delivery.
9. Manage global cross-functional projects within scope, budget and timeline.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong functional experience in SAP GTS: Sanctioned Party Screening, Customs Management, Product Classification, Trade Preference Management, Bonded Warehouse, Foreign Trade Zone
• Hands-on experience integrating SAP E4H with ECC, CRM, S/4HANA.
• Ability to write specifications for customizations and integrations.
• 8-10+ years in SAP GTS as Functional Analyst or Solution Architect.
• Experience leading cross-functional and global delivery teams.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Certifications in SAP GTS, SAP S/4HANA.

Functional Knowledge:

• Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field.

Business Expertise:

• Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services.

Leadership:

• May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity.

Problem Solving:

• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions.

Impact:

• Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view.

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.