<p>About the role</p> <p>As an SAP PP-PI Principal Architect, you will play a crucial role in designing, leading, and optimizing SAP Production Planning and Process Industry (PP-PI) solutions that power efficient, compliant, and scalable manufacturing operations. You will be a valued member of the architecture and solution-delivery team, collaborating closely with cross-functional business partners, product owners, and engineering teams to deliver transformative SAP capabilities.</p> <p>In this role, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Lead end-to-end SAP PP-PI solution architecture aligned to business strategy and operational excellence. </li><li>Drive design, configuration, and deployment of SAP PP, PP-PI, and MM capabilities for streamlined production and material flows. </li><li>Enable advanced planning-including Sales & Operations Planning, Long-Term Planning, and Demand Management-for predictive, data-driven operations. </li><li>Introduce best-in-class manufacturing processes leveraging Shop Floor Execution, Process Order Execution, Engineering Change Management, and Production Campaigns. </li><li>Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, championing innovation, optimization, and systems integrity across the manufacturing landscape. </li></ul> <p>Top contributions (in descending order)</p> <ul> <li>Architect and deploy SAP PP-PI solutions that enhance production reliability, compliance, and efficiency. </li><li>Lead integration across PP, MM, S&OP, Demand Management, and Shop Floor Execution to support seamless supply-chain operations. </li><li>Guide SAP Engineering Change Management and Variant Configuration to enable accurate, flexible product lifecycle control. </li><li>Optimize material planning through SAP MRP and advanced forecasting models. </li><li>Drive continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to innovate processes and systems in partnership with business stakeholders. </li></ul> <p>Work model:</p> <p>We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.</p> <p>The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project, business, or client requirements.</p> <p>What you need to have to be considered</p> <ul> <li>Extensive experience in SAP PP and SAP MM, especially in production planning, material management, and manufacturing operations. </li><li>Strong expertise in SAP PP-PI, including Process Order Execution, Campaign Management, and process-industry best practices. </li><li>Proven proficiency with SAP S&OP, MRP, Long-Term Planning, Demand Management, and Shop Floor Execution. </li><li>Experience driving SAP Engineering Change Management and Variant Configuration in complex manufacturing environments. </li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver large-scale SAP transformation projects. </li><li></li></ul> <p>These will help you stand out</p> <ul> <li>Experience in Cheminformatics or Bioinformatics, enabling innovation in science-driven or regulated industries. </li><li>Background supporting process manufacturing sectors (pharma, specialty chemicals, biotech, food processing). </li><li>Familiarity with integrating SAP PP-PI with MES or plant-automation systems. </li><li>Strong understanding of master-data governance across materials, recipes, BOMs, and routing structures. </li><li>SAP certifications in PP, MM, or related architecture disciplines. </li></ul> <p>Salary and Other Compensation</p> <p>Applications will be accepted until April 3, 2026.</p> <p>The annual salary for this position is between $156,500 - $183,500, depending on experience and qualifications.</p> <p>This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Cognizant offers the following benefits, subject to eligibility:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance </li><li>401(k) with employer match </li><li>Paid holidays and paid time off </li><li>Disability and life insurance </li><li>Employee wellbeing and assistance programs </li><li>Training, certification support, and career-development resources </li><li>Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.* </li></ul>