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Fluence

SAP Supply Chain Solution Architect

Houston, TX · On-site

$78.50 - $105.75/hr

Support multi-entity, multi-plant, intercompany, external manufacturing, and partner integration scenarios. * Ensure upstream and downstream impacts are understood before solution decisions are ...

Fluence

SAP Supply Chain Solution Architect

Houston, TX · On-site

$78.50 - $105.75/hr

Support multi-entity, multi-plant, intercompany, external manufacturing, and partner integration scenarios. * Ensure upstream and downstream impacts are understood before solution decisions are ...

Oracle

Principal Thermal Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Oversee the qualification, integration, and mass production of liquid cooling systems at external manufacturing sites, ensuring adherence to company quality, safety, and performance standards.

Fluence

NPI Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and external manufacturing partners to ensure on-time project execution. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on ...

Oracle

Principal Thermal Engineer

Houston, TX

We are seeking a skilled engineer or scientist to lead the deployment and management of direct-to-chip liquid cooling technology with our external manufacturing partners. The successful candidate ...

Oracle

Principal Thermal Engineer

Houston, TX

We are seeking a skilled engineer or scientist to lead the deployment and management of direct-to-chip liquid cooling technology with our external manufacturing partners. The successful candidate ...

Fluence

NPI Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and external manufacturing partners to ensure on-time project execution. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on ...

Atlas Copco

Manufacturing Engineer

Houston, TX

$69K - $89K/yr

... and external audit activities. * Analyze manufacturing data trends to identify continuous ... improvement opportunities enhancing process efficiency and product quality standards. * Lead ...

Atlas Copco

Manufacturing Engineer

Houston, TX

$69K - $89K/yr

... and external audit activities. * Analyze manufacturing data trends to identify continuous ... improvement opportunities enhancing process efficiency and product quality standards. * Lead ...

Atlas Copco

Manufacturing Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

... and external audit activities. * Analyze manufacturing data trends to identify continuous ... improvement opportunities enhancing process efficiency and product quality standards. * Lead ...

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How much do external manufacturing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for external manufacturing in Houston, TX is $17.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.47 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals in external manufacturing roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in External Manufacturing often encounter challenges related to managing supplier relationships, ensuring product quality, and coordinating timelines across multiple partners. Navigating different time zones, regulatory requirements, and production capabilities can create complexity. Proactive communication, clear documentation, and regular audits are essential strategies for addressing these challenges and maintaining smooth operations. Building strong partnerships with external vendors also helps in mitigating risks and supporting continuous improvement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in external manufacturing, and why are they important?

To thrive in External Manufacturing, you need strong project management skills, a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, and often a degree in engineering, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with ERP systems, quality management tools, and regulatory compliance standards is commonly required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building abilities help professionals effectively coordinate with external partners and internal teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring product quality, on-time delivery, and successful collaboration with third-party manufacturers.

What is the difference between External Manufacturing vs Contract Manufacturing?

AspectExternal ManufacturingContract Manufacturing
DefinitionOutsourcing production to a third-party company to produce goods on behalf of a brand or company.Engaging a third-party manufacturer to produce specific products or components under a contractual agreement.
FocusOverall production process management and supply chainSpecific product or component manufacturing
RelationshipTypically ongoing partnership with multiple projectsProject-based or short-term agreement
Common CredentialsManufacturing certifications, quality standardsManufacturing certifications, quality standards

External Manufacturing and Contract Manufacturing both involve outsourcing production to third parties, but External Manufacturing generally refers to managing the entire manufacturing process, while Contract Manufacturing focuses on producing specific products or components under contractual terms. Understanding these differences helps companies choose the right outsourcing strategy for their production needs.

What is external manufacturing?

External manufacturing involves outsourcing the production of goods to third-party manufacturers outside a company’s internal facilities. It allows companies to focus on design, marketing, and distribution while relying on specialized manufacturers for production, often requiring coordination, quality control, and supply chain management skills.

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Infographic showing various External Manufacturing job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,673 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

SAP Supply Chain Solution Architect

Houston, TX • On-site

Fluence
11 - 50 employees
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$78.50 - $105.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.
Job Description:
Fluence is seeking an experienced SAP Supply Chain Solution Architect to lead the design and evolution of our global SAP S/4HANA supply chain platform.
This role is responsible for defining end-to-end supply chain solutions across planning, procurement, manufacturing readiness, logistics, fulfillment, and finance integration, ensuring seamless alignment across SAP and connected enterprise systems.
The ideal candidate combines strong end-to-end SAP supply chain architecture experience with broad knowledge of SAP S/4HANA business processes, cross-functional integration, and scalable solution design. This role is primarily focused on enterprise supply chain architecture across the full operating model, rather than a single SAP functional specialty.
It is critical to building a scalable, globally integrated supply chain platform that can support Fluence's growth, evolving operating model, external manufacturing partnerships, and future operational capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Solution Architecture, Design Leadership & Delivery Support
  • Lead end-to-end solution architecture across SAP supply chain processes, including Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, and Cost.
  • Translate business requirements into scalable, standardized, and supportable SAP solution designs.
  • Design scalable, integrated solutions across SAP S/4HANA, SAP IBP, PLM, and external systems.
  • Ensure alignment across planning, procurement, manufacturing readiness, logistics, fulfillment, and finance processes.
  • Lead design workshops and guide architecture decisions across business stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners.
  • Drive fit-to-standard adoption while supporting global business requirements.
  • Evaluate solution trade-offs, dependencies, and downstream impacts across business processes, systems, and data.
  • Provide architectural guidance to delivery teams through design, build, test, deployment, and stabilization.
  • Review functional specifications, integration designs, and key configuration decisions for architectural alignment.

Cross-Functional Integration
  • Define integration across SAP modules, including PP, MM, SD, QM, FI/CO, and related master data.
  • Support multi-entity, multi-plant, intercompany, external manufacturing, and partner integration scenarios.
  • Ensure upstream and downstream impacts are understood before solution decisions are finalized.

Roadmap & Continuous Improvement
  • Contribute to the SAP supply chain technology roadmap.
  • Support adoption of advanced SAP capabilities such as IBP integration, aATP, external manufacturing integration, advanced fulfillment, automation, and analytics.
  • Identify opportunities to improve planning, execution, data quality, process consistency, and operational visibility.
  • Help establish scalable design patterns and governance practices for future SAP supply chain enhancements.

Stakeholder Engagement
  • Act as a trusted advisor to Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, Logistics, and IT stakeholders.
  • Influence decisions and communicate effectively with both business and technical stakeholders.
  • Partner effectively with global teams, offshore delivery resources, and external implementation partners.
  • Communicate complex SAP design topics clearly and pragmatically to non-technical stakeholders.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of SAP experience across supply chain, procurement, logistics, fulfillment, planning, manufacturing, or related enterprise business processes.
  • Proven experience designing end-to-end SAP supply chain architectures across multiple functional areas.
  • Strong understanding of cross-functional integration across SAP modules such as PP, MM, SD, QM, and FI/CO.
  • Experience with SAP S/4HANA supply chain solution design.
  • Experience supporting complex global environments, including multi-plant, multi-entity, intercompany, external manufacturing, or partner integration scenarios.
  • Ability to translate business requirements into scalable, standardized, and supportable SAP solution designs.
  • Experience working with global teams and external delivery partners.
  • Strong analytical, stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Experience with SAP IBP, including demand planning, supply planning, inventory planning, or integration with S/4HANA.
  • Experience with SAP Production Planning, including MRP, BOMs, routings, production master data, or manufacturing execution integration.
  • Experience with PLM integration and engineering change processes.
  • Experience with Configure-to-Order, intercompany, and multi-plant scenarios.
  • Exposure to advanced intercompany processing and advanced STO scenarios.
  • Exposure to SAP aATP or advanced fulfillment capabilities.
  • Experience integrating SAP with 3PL, warehouse, transportation, or external logistics providers.
  • Experience with product costing, inventory valuation, or costed BOM processes.
  • SAP S/4HANA, SAP supply chain, or related certifications.

Our Culture
At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.
Unleash Voices
We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.
Customer Fluent
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.
Infinite Impact
We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.
All In
We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Fluence, we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.
Work Authorization
To join our team, you'll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.

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