Senior Consultant – SAP Production Planning

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete SAP PP solution design and implementation for manufacturing clients.

• Facilitate fit-to-standard workshops to outline optimal business processes.

• Configure and deploy:

• - Master data frameworks (BOMs, routings, work centers, production versions)

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

• - Capacity planning and production scheduling.

• Assist with ECC to S/4HANA migrations (both brownfield and greenfield approaches).

• Guide the transition from traditional PP to embedded PP-DS.

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

• Promote the use of Fiori shop floor applications and the Manufacturing Cockpit.

• Champion integration across various 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)

• Implement solutions utilizing:

• - 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)

• Lead the identification, prioritization, and estimation of RICEF for PP workstreams.

• Establish data migration strategies for PP master data and production orders.

• Develop cutover and parallel-run strategies for manufacturing operations.

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

• Contribute to the development of SOW and effort estimation.

• Mentor junior consultants and offer technical oversight.

• Promote best practices and ensure high-quality delivery across project teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• Expertise in SAP Production Planning.

• 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.

• Experience with S/4HANA & Advanced Planning, including:

• - Embedded PP-DS.

• - S/4HANA manufacturing capabilities and migration strategies.

• - Transition from ECC PP to S/4HANA solutions.

• Proven integration experience with a strong track record of integrating PP with MM, SD, and other logistics modules.

• Preferred qualifications include experience with:

• - MRP Live (S/4HANA).

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

• - All manufacturing order types, including:

• - 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 include 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 abilities.

• - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

• - Capability to translate business requirements into scalable SAP solutions.

• - Leadership mindset focused on mentoring and collaboration.

• Education and experience requirements include:

• - Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.

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

• - Proven experience in large-scale SAP transformation programs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

• Supportive work environment promoting work-life balance.