We are looking for a seasoned SAP PP (Production Planning) Consultant with deep expertise in S/4HANA implementations and a strong background in manufacturing environments. This role requires a hands-on functional expert who can lead complex transformations, drive process optimization, and act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementations for Production Planning (PP)
Drive business process design, blueprinting, and solution architecture for manufacturing operations
Configure and optimize core PP functionalities including:
MRP (MRP Live in S/4HANA)
Production Orders / Process Orders
BOMs (Bill of Materials)
Routings / Work Centers
Capacity Planning & Scheduling
Collaborate with business stakeholders to align SAP solutions with shop floor operations and production processes
Lead integration design with MM, EWM, SD, QM, and FI modules
Oversee data migration, system testing (SIT/UAT), and go-live activities
Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend best practices leveraging S/4HANA capabilities
Provide leadership during hypercare and post-go-live support
Mentor junior consultants and guide cross-functional teams
Work closely with technical teams on enhancements (RICEFW objects)
Required Skills & Experience
10+ years of SAP experience with deep specialization in SAP PP
Proven track record of multiple full lifecycle S/4HANA implementations (3+ preferred)
Strong expertise in discrete and/or process manufacturing environments
Hands-on experience with MRP Live, Advanced Planning concepts, and production execution
Strong integration experience with MM, QM, SD, EWM, and FI
Experience in complex manufacturing scenarios (make-to-stock, make-to-order, engineer-to-order)
Strong knowledge of master data (BOM, Routing, Work Centers, Production Versions)
Exposure to Fiori apps and S/4HANA innovations in manufacturing
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications
SAP certification in S/4HANA Production Planning (PP)
Experience with PP-DS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling) is a strong plus
Prior experience with manufacturing clients in North America (Oil & Gas, Industrial Manufacturing, Automotive, etc.)
Familiarity with shop floor integration / MES systems
Soft Skills
Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
Ability to drive workshops and influence senior business users
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
Nice to Have
Experience in greenfield, brownfield, or hybrid S/4HANA transformations
Exposure to SAP Digital Manufacturing / Industry 4.0 solutions
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and process optimization frameworks
Numbers & Facts
Location
Houston, TX
Skills
Acceptance Testingunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Automotive Manufacturingunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Bill of Materials (BOM)unmatched
Blueprintsunmatched
Brownfield Redevelopmentunmatched
Business Processesunmatched
Calendar Managementunmatched
Capacity Managementunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Consultingunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Data Migrationunmatched
Discrete Manufacturingunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Lean Manufacturingunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)unmatched
Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Oil and Gasunmatched
Operations Processesunmatched
Order Processingunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Developmentunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Process Manufacturingunmatched
Production Planningunmatched
SAPunmatched
SAP PPunmatched
System Testunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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