Sr. Consultant - SAP Production Planning

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Consultant – SAP Production Planning to lead and deliver manufacturing-focused SAP solutions across ECC and S/4HANA environments. This role requires deep functional expertise, strong cross-module integration capabilities, and the ability to guide clients through complex transformation initiatives, including S/4HANA migrations and advanced manufacturing optimization.

The ideal candidate will combine hands-on configuration experience with strategic advisory skills, driving end-to-end solution design while mentoring junior team members and engaging with executive stakeholders.

Solution Design & Delivery

Lead end-to-end SAP PP solution design and execution for manufacturing clients

Conduct fit-to-standard workshops and define optimal business processes

Configure and implement:

Master data structures (BOMs, routings, work centers, production versions)

Demand management and MRP strategies (MTS, MTO, CTO)

Capacity planning and production scheduling

S/4HANA & Transformation

Support ECC to S/4HANA migrations (brownfield and greenfield approaches)

Lead transition from classic PP to embedded PP-DS

Design and implement MRP Live, predictive MRP, and DDMRP concepts

Enable adoption of Fiori shop floor apps and Manufacturing Cockpit

Integration & Cross-Functional Alignment

Drive integration across SAP modules, including:

PP-MM (procurement-driven production, subcontracting, external processing)

PP-SD (ATP, sales order-driven production, scheduling)

PP-QM (quality inspection, batch release, in-process controls)

PP-FI/CO (product costing, WIP, variance analysis, settlement)

PP-EWM/WM (material staging, warehouse integration)

PP-PM (resource and equipment availability)

Manufacturing Innovation

Implement solutions leveraging:

Embedded PP-DS and advanced scheduling tools

SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC) and MES integration patterns

Discrete, process, and repetitive manufacturing scenarios (REM, PI sheets, backflushing)

Variant configuration (LO-VC and S/4 AVC)

Program Leadership & Advisory

Lead RICEF identification, prioritization, and estimation for PP workstreams

Define data migration strategies for PP master data and production orders

Develop cutover and parallel-run strategies for manufacturing operations

Provide client-facing advisory, including executive presentations and steering committees

Contribute to SOW development and effort estimation

Team Leadership

Mentor junior consultants and provide technical oversight

Drive best practices and ensure quality delivery across project teams

SAP Production Planning Expertise

Strong hands-on experience with:

Classic MRP (ECC) and production planning processes

Master data design: BOMs, routings, work centers, resources

Demand management and supply strategies (MTS, MTO, CTO)

Capacity planning and detailed scheduling

S/4HANA & Advanced Planning

Experience with:

Embedded PP-DS

S/4HANA manufacturing capabilities and migration strategies

Transition from ECC PP to S/4HANA solutions

Integration Experience

Proven track record integrating PP with MM, SD, and other logistics modules

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with:

MRP Live (S/4HANA)

Variant Configuration (LO-VC) and Advanced Variant Configuration (AVC)

All manufacturing order types:

Discrete manufacturing

Process manufacturing (PI sheets, batch management)

Repetitive manufacturing (REM)

Exposure to:

Demand-Driven MRP (DDMRP) and predictive planning models

SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC) and MES integrations

Manufacturing Fiori apps and shop floor digitalization

Nice-to-Have Skills

Experience in additional SAP modules:

WM/EWM, SD, FI/CO, or broader SCM

Deep expertise in Variant Configuration, including:

LO-VC to AVC migration strategy and execution

CPQ (Configure-Price-Quote) tools

Familiarity with:

SAP BTP / BAIP and modern development frameworks (MTA, CAP, RAP)

Integration architecture across SAP and non-SAP systems

Key Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities

Ability to translate business requirements into scalable SAP solutions

Leadership mindset with a focus on mentoring and collaboration

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

7+ years of SAP PP experience, including full lifecycle implementations

Proven experience in large-scale SAP transformation programs