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Position: SAP Production Planning (PP) Consultant
Location: Chicago, IL
Type: Full-Time
Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced SAP Production Planning (PP) Consultant with deep expertise in manufacturing industry processes to lead strategic SAP S/4HANA implementation projects. The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders to analyze current production planning and manufacturing processes, address pain points, and design robust, scalable solutions leveraging SAP S/4HANA s advanced capabilities. This role is ideal for a professional with extensive experience in manufacturing operations, strong SAP PP configuration skills, and a passion for driving efficiency and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership:
- Lead end-to-end SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) implementations, serving as the primary advisor to clients.
- Conduct workshops to gather detailed requirements, assess manufacturing challenges, and propose effective solutions.
- Provide strategic guidance to clients, aligning SAP S/4HANA capabilities with their business objectives.
- SAP PP Expertise:
- Configure and implement core SAP PP processes, including:
- Production Planning and Control: Discrete, process, and repetitive manufacturing.
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP): Forecasting, planning, and scheduling.
- Capacity Planning: Managing production capacity and work centers.
- Shop Floor Execution: Integrating with manufacturing execution systems (MES).
- Bill of Materials (BOM) and Routing Management: Design and optimize production structures.
- Batch Management and Serialization: For industries with high traceability needs.
- Leverage SAP S/4HANA features such as Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) for cutting-edge manufacturing solutions.
- Process Analysis and Optimization:
- Analyze clients existing manufacturing processes, identify inefficiencies, and design optimized workflows.
- Recommend industry best practices and configure SAP solutions to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
- Cross-Module Integration:
- Ensure seamless integration of SAP PP with other modules, including MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), QM (Quality Management), PM (Plant Maintenance), and FI/CO (Finance and Controlling).
- Client Engagement:
- Build strong relationships with manufacturing clients by understanding their unique challenges and providing tailored solutions.
- Lead workshops and training sessions to ensure effective knowledge transfer and adoption of new processes.
- Act as the primary liaison between clients and technical teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
- Implementation and Execution:
- Oversee the configuration, testing, and deployment of SAP S/4HANA solutions.
- Support data migration, master data setup (materials, BOMs, and routings), and system integration.
- Provide post-go-live support and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years of SAP experience, with at least 3 years focused on SAP S/4HANA Production Planning.
- Proven expertise in manufacturing processes, including experience with industries such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, or industrial manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of end-to-end manufacturing processes, including demand planning, production execution, and inventory management.
- Skills:
- Deep understanding of SAP PP configuration and related functionalities (MRP, BOMs, routings, shop floor control).
- Strong experience integrating SAP PP with QM, MM, SD, and PM modules.
- Knowledge of advanced tools like SAP IBP, SAP ME/MII, and APS solutions.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills for client-facing engagements.
- Education:
- Bachelor s degree with certifications in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
- SAP S/4HANA certifications, particularly in Production Planning, are a strong plus.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge SAP S/4HANA transformation projects in the manufacturing sector.
- A collaborative work environment that values innovation and excellence.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and professional growth opportunities.
- Exposure to diverse manufacturing clients and challenging projects.
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