For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations.

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

Job Summary: The SAP Solution Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the SAP S/4 solution architecture to meet the business needs of our organization. This role requires a deep understanding of SAP S/4, strong technical expertise, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery. This position will report to the VP of Architecture and Data and will have no direct reports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of SAP S/4 solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and requirements.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, translating them into effective SAP solutions.
• Develop and maintain the overall SAP S/4 architecture, including integration with other systems and applications.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams, ensuring best practices and standards are followed.
• Conduct system assessments and identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.
• Oversee the configuration, customization, and testing of SAP S/4 modules.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to SAP S/4 implementation and operation.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest SAP technologies and trends, recommending innovative solutions to enhance business processes.
• Mentor and train junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in SAP solution architecture, with a focus on SAP S/4.
• Proven track record of successfully leading SAP S/4 implementation projects.
• Strong understanding of SAP S/4 modules, including Finance, Supply Chain, and Sales & Distribution.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Experience with SAP integration technologies and middleware.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements in the foodservice distribution sector is a plus.
• SAP certification(s) preferred.

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor