ES Functional Architect - PRA, Strategy & Architecture

ES Functional Architect - PRA, Strategy & Architecture

Job title ES Functional Architect - PRA, Strategy & Architecture
Req ID 28068BR
Job category Information Technology & Services
Sub-category Architecture & Design
Countries (State/Region) United States - Texas
Location Houston
Role synopsis . Strategy & Architecture is the organization within Enterprise Systems which provides the overall SAP strategy & roadmaps, solution architectures, identifies emerging technologies and hosts the Design Authorities. The Functional Architect has the overall accountability for the functional architecture of a specific solution.
. The Functional Architect is a professional with knowledge and experience in the functional architecture domain. The Functional Architect is involved in the entire process, beginning with working with the customer to understand real needs and then throughout the process to translate those needs into capabilities verified to meet the needs.
. The Functional Architect role is responsible for modelling the baseline and the target functional architecture and communicating how this architecture addresses the business requirements.
. The Functional Architect is responsible for capturing and documenting the functional scope and its translation into more detailed specifications and design (the functional design). The Functional Architect works closely with the Business Analysts (responsible for analysing the business needs) and the Functional Architect acts as the gate between what is requested and what is do-able, proposing a solution design for the do-able.
. The Functional Architect also supports programme or project leadership in the articulation of business transformation objectives and benefits and documents these in a way accessible to IT&S teams (the statement of scope).
. The Functional Architect follows the BP Architecture Common Process and uses a variety of tools (ARIS) and techniques (Business Process Models, Activity models, use case models, class models, UML, etc.) to document baseline and target architectures.
. This role bridges the gap between business and technical architecture, to ensure that the solution can be pragmatically implemented within the constraints set by the project or programme and according to the agreed architectural principles and standards.
. The Functional Architect - PRA is required to develop the strategy and roadmap for the SAP PRA module used by the Upstream business in the US and to agree the same with stakeholders
. The Functional Architect - PRA will be engaged in the BP PRA programme and will lead the Design Authority for the PRA design
Key accountabilities . Define the functional architecture for the SAP PRA module in compliance with BP best practices.
. Champion the continuous improvement of the PRA solution in the US
. Assure project compliance with ES Architecture and existing SAP templates
. Work with business partners and technology teams to define the business functional requirements for PRA.
. Develop functional standards that address the requirements of both business and technology users and ensure the functional architecture can be pragmatically implemented within the constraints set by the PRA programme according to the agreed architectural principles and standards.
. Ensure that the Architecture Quality Plans and activities for the Functional Architecture in the PRA programme are up to date and complete.
. Promote best practices and proactively manage architectural risks and issues.
. Where possible, should be aware of non-functional requirements and check that these are addressed by the solution.
. Partner with technology teams to influence adoption and enforcement of functional standards serving as the subject matter expert.
. Work with projects and application support to deliver expertise where required, including trouble-shooting and problem resolution.
. Conduct feasibility studies regarding the viability of new and relevant technologies and tools for BP.
. Participate in PROFOG (SAP PRA user group) and provide Architectural and Technical input to BP representatives and ensure the SAP solution roadmap has no negative impact within the BP system landscape.
. Develop knowledge base for BP within the PRA functional area by documenting the current and future state solution.
Essential Education . Bachelor's Degree (preferably in a Science orientated discipline)
. Professional Financial qualification
. SAP Certifications in SAP Financials
. Extensive knowledge of SAP Enterprise Resource Planning Systems and SAP MI components and proven knowledge in more than one SAP module
. SAP implementation experiences from more than 4 projects with global footprint (Design and Deployment)
. Relevant industry experience
. Previous project implementation experience
. TOGAF Professional accreditation (or ability to get certified within 6 months of joining)
Essential experience and job requirements . Previous experience in the Oil & Gas Industry
. Knowledge of SAP PRA module and it's application
. Management best practice for SAP configuration and deployment
. Knowledge of SAP technical standards and development best practices
. Release Management experience
. Proven experience of visioning and strategic thought
. Proven influencing capabilities, especially decision making
. SAP and ERP Integration Application architecture
Desirable criteria & qualifications . Strong process skills (or ability to learn quickly)
. Project Management experience
. An awareness of BP business and IT&S strategies
. SAP Basis and System Management technology which includes High Availability, Disaster Recovery
Relocation available Yes - Domestic (In country) only
Travel required Yes - up to 25%
Is this a part time position? No
About BP Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. With a workforce of 80,000 employees, BP operates with business activities and customers in more than 80 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.

BP is one of the three largest energy companies in the world, operating in over 100 countries across 6 continents. Information Technology & Services (IT&S), provides a full range of IT services to BP's global business segments.

IT&S plays a critical role in the delivery of defined world-class operational services that BP businesses can rely upon in support of their own performance. Our specific accountabilities include the delivery of services to specified target levels, including availability, recoverability and cost to the corporation. These services must also be delivered safely and secured against the growing risk of viruses and other security threats.

We aim to benchmark our performance favorably against a defined peer group of the world's best and intend to deliver our services with professionalism to rival any major business corporation in the world - this is what we mean by being 'World Class'. To achieve this exciting level of performance will require a commensurate level of enthusiasm, commitment and expertise in our people.
Disclaimer If you are selected for the position, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection is an equal opportunity employer.
Removal Date 15-Jan-2012