About the role
Overview
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.
Key Responsibilities
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
Requirements
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
Originally posted on Himalayas