Configuration Management Global Process Owner

Role Title: SAP Technical Architect S4

Location(s) of role: Romania

Hybrid

Bunge has an exciting opportunity available for a Technical Architect. In this role you will be part of a global team working on challenging, meaningful projects impacting core business activities. Since 1818, Bunge has been connecting farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed, and fuel to the world. Looking to the future, our ambition is to continuously reinvent ourselves, leveraging data to be at the forefront of analytics, technology and talent to accomplish our purpose in a better, faster and simpler way. Bunge is committed to operating and thriving in the digital world – creating world class agile teams where teammates are empowered and encouraged to collaborate and test and learn to succeed.

At Bunge, people don’t just come here to work, they come here to grow – solving challenges that directly impact the world with a diverse team of thinkers and doers. Bunge offers a strong compensation and benefits package, generous paid time off program, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity to progress. Our hybrid work environment provides a balance of in-office and remote work. Most importantly, in all we do we live our values:

• Act as One Team by fostering inclusion, collaboration, and respect

• Drive for Excellence by being agile, innovative and efficient

• Do What's Right by acting safely, ethically, and sustainably

Overview: The person in this role demonstrates a high level of professionalism, prioritizing the development of innovative solutions and providing expert guidance within their technical domain. Responsibilities include leveraging in-depth knowledge of Bunge's business, structure, and strategy to solve complex technical challenges, leading significant projects, and contributing to the strategic direction of technical architecture within the department. This role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving, a commitment to high standards, and the ability to influence stakeholders effectively to achieve critical outcomes.

Essential Functions: Main Accountabilities

• Lead and manage the technical delivery of large and moderately complex architectural projects from conception through implementation, ensuring successful outcomes and alignment with departmental goals.
• Analyze complex technical problems, often without clear precedent, by applying deep architectural expertise and recommending innovative solutions that enhance system performance and reliability.
• Serve as a recognized expert in S4  transformation / Migration projects (brown and green field) and related technology (Joule, BTP, S4 capabilities,  ect.) with good overall functional knowledge of logistics and financial SAP modules.
• Lead development and implementation of organization-wide SAP AI and Automation strategy, driving digital transformation and operational efficiency
• Architect and deploy AI-powered SAP solutions that have significantly reduced process cycle times and improved decision-making accuracy
• Provide significant input into resource planning and the development of architectural policies, ensuring that technical strategies are robust, scalable, and support Bunge’s short to mid-term business objectives.
• Architect and design comprehensive technical solutions that address business requirements, considering integration, data flow, security, and performance across various systems and platforms.
• Act as a key technical resource, guiding colleagues and project teams in the application of architectural principles and complex problem-solving.
• Ensure that technical solutions are documented, adhere to architectural standards, and can be efficiently maintained and scaled for future business needs.

Impact/Dimensions:

• Accountable for the successful technical outcomes and results of large, moderately complex architectural projects.
• Provides influential input on resource allocation and strategic policy development for technical architecture.
• Considered an internal expert in [SAP architecture; a specific SAP functional area like Origination/Trading, CRM, Execution, or Risk; cloud architecture], significantly contributing to departmental planning and technical direction.
• Projects and initiatives directly impact operational efficiency, data integrity, and the strategic capabilities of critical business functions within Bunge.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Successful delivery of assigned architectural projects within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Effectiveness of technical solutions in meeting business requirements and improving system performance.
• Adherence to architectural standards, security policies, and best practices.
• Quality and completeness of technical documentation and architectural designs.
• Contribution to process improvements and innovation within the technical architecture domain.

Major Opportunities and Decisions:

• Solving difficult, non-routine technical challenges by applying advanced analytical skills and proposing new perspectives on existing solutions.
• Identifying and evaluating emerging technologies and architectural patterns to address complex business problems where established precedents may not exist.
• Making critical technical design decisions for large-scale projects, balancing immediate needs with long-term strategic architectural goals.
• Anticipating and interpreting internal or external technical issues and recommending best-practice solutions to mitigate risks and improve system resilience.
• Influencing technical direction and strategy within the department, ensuring alignment with Bunge’s broader digital transformation objectives.

Management/Leadership:

• Leads and influences the technical direction and execution of large projects and initiatives, often with limited managerial oversight.
• Guides and provides technical leadership to professional colleagues and project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Actively participates in shaping short to mid-term (1-3 years) technical optimization plans within the job area, translating strategy into actionable architectural roadmaps.
• Drives consensus among technical stakeholders and cross-functional teams, ensuring architectural decisions are well-supported and effectively implemented.

Key Relationships, Stakeholders & Interfaces (External & Internal): Internal stakeholders include [Business Technology leadership, cross-functional project teams, other architects, development teams, business analysts, functional leads, security teams, infrastructure teams]. External relationships may include [technology vendors, industry peers, external consultants].

Knowledge and Technical Competencies: (Identify knowledge and specific technical competencies to accomplish the desired end results. Some examples are licenses & certifications and knowledge and abilities):

• Deep expertise in S4 platform with experience with several cycles of S4 migration / transformation performed (brownfield, green field), HANA DB upgrade and archiving)
• Deep expertise in [SAP architectural components, SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, SAP Cloud Platform, SAP integration technologies (e.g., PI/PO, CPI), specific SAP modules such as SD, MM, FI/CO, PP, PM, QM, EWM, TM, or advanced SAP solutions for Trading, Origination, CRM, Execution, Risk Management].
• Strong understanding of [cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP), microservices architecture, API design, data modeling, cybersecurity principles, enterprise integration patterns, DevOps practices].
• Proficiency in [architectural design tools (e.g., ArchiMate, UML), programming languages relevant to SAP (e.g., ABAP, Java, Python), database technologies (e.g., HANA, SQL, NoSQL)].
• Ability to analyze complex business requirements and translate them into robust, scalable, and secure technical architectures.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• [Relevant certifications in SAP technologies or cloud architecture are highly desirable].

Minimum Requirements: Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 11 - 14 years of progressively responsible position-related experience in SAP technical architecture, preferably within a large global enterprise environment. A Master's degree may be preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:

•    We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
•    We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
•    We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

If this sounds like you, join us!  We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge