Functional Architect

Key Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise initiatives to improve key supply chain KPIs, including:
  • On-Time Delivery (CRD/FCD)
  • Forecast Accuracy
  • Inventroy Optimization
  • Capacity Utilization
• Drive standardization and scalability of planning processes across business units and regions.
• Serve as the functional architect for advanced planning capabilities, including:
  • Order Promiser (OP)
  • Enterprise Supply Planner (ESP)
  • Factory Planning, Order-to-Cash, and VMI/VMR processes
• Own the end-to-end functional design, ensuring alignment across planning layers and execution systems.
• Define and document complex planning logic, including:
  • Prioritization and allocation strategies
  • Pegging hierarchies and rules
  • Capacity modeling across front-end and back-end
  • Wafer start and release strategies
• Partner with IT and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration across:
  • SAP S/4
  • MES
  • Planning platforms (e.g., Blue Yonder)
• Translate business requirements into scalable system configurations and design specifications.
• Lead end-to-end change management, including:
  • Deployment strategy
  • Stakeholder alignment
  • Training and adoption
  • Post-implementation performance tracking
• Define and implement reporting frameworks to monitor planning effectiveness.
• Leverage data and analytics to identify gaps and continuously improve system performance and decision-making.
• Mentor and develop supply chain analysts and functional leads.
• Build organizational capability in advanced planning systems and supply chain analytics.
• Lead functional validation, design reviews, and testing oversight to ensure solution integrity and performance.
• Establish governance around planning logic, data quality, and process adherence.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in semiconductor supply chain and manufacturing processes.
• Proven track record leading large-scale planning system transformations.
• Strong experience defining end-to-end planning processes and functional specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable improvements in supply chain performance.
• Strong understanding of planning system architecture and integration with execution systems.
• Hands-on experience with advanced planning platforms, preferably:
  • Blue Yonder (ESP, OP, FP, DP, IO)
  • or equivalent
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into system design and technical specifications.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to drive alignment across cross-functional and global teams.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
• Analytical, structured problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field; MBA or Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years in supply chain, planning systems, or transformation roles.
• Experience in semiconductor or complex manufacturing environments strongly preferred.