Job Title: SAP MES / QM Product Architect Location: Hybrid – Atlanta, GA (Onsite 3 days per week) Duration: 6 Months Rate: $85/hr W2 (Maximum) Work Authorization: USC / GC Only Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced SAP MES / QM Product Architect to provide functional and technical leadership across SAP Manufacturing Execution (ME) and Quality Management (QM) solutions. This role plays a critical part in shaping digital manufacturing, quality, and sustainability strategies within a large-scale bottler and manufacturing ecosystem. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in MES/QMS architecture, S/4HANA integration, and Industry 4.0 initiatives, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-value manufacturing solutions. Key Responsibilities • Provide functional and technical expertise across SAP ME and SAP QM platforms • Shape and drive digital manufacturing, quality, and sustainability solution strategies • Monitor Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing, sustainability, and quality trends, translating insights into actionable architecture • Lead MES and QMS integration with SAP S/4HANA and IoT platforms to enable connected manufacturing environments • Deliver backlog items including: • Change requests (CRs) • Incidents (INCs) • Problem records (PRBs) • Change requests (CHGs) • Service requests • Produce user stories, effort estimates, design documentation, demos, training materials, development, testing, and automation deliverables • Support cross-team initiatives aligned with priorities set by the Product Director • Ensure consistent delivery through Agile, SDLC, and program governance frameworks • Ensure all solutions meet security, architectural, and data governance standards • Support value realization and ensure SLAs and performance metrics are achieved • Collaborate across internal teams and bottlers, while leading or coaching small teams (1–2 resources) Required Qualifications • 10+ years of experience with: • SAP PP/PI • SAP QM • Legacy MES platforms (e.g., CC+I), including integrations and cross-module development • Deep knowledge of Manufacturing Execution and Supply Chain processes, KPIs, and value drivers • Strong configuration, coding, and solution design experience in manufacturing execution and production planning systems • Working knowledge of sustainability and ESG data management, including Scope 1–3 emissions • Strong customer orientation with excellent problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills • Collaborative mindset with a demonstrated ability to learn, innovate, and adapt Core Competencies • MES / QMS Architecture • SAP S/4HANA Integration • Industry 4.0 & Smart Manufacturing • Agile & SDLC Delivery • Stakeholder & Cross-Team Collaboration • Quality, Compliance & Sustainability