SAP PPDS FUNTIONAL LEAD CONSULTANT

Area of Responsibility

IS AUTO APO and SAP PP consultant is responsible for the functional delivery of MP&L in SAP S/4 HANA and will need to

1. Solution Design and Implementation

Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP Plan to Produce (Pl2PR) processes, including Production Planning (PP) and SAP PP/DS modules.

Develop end-to-end SAP solutions for production planning, demand management, detailed scheduling, capacity planning, and shop floor control.

Implement advanced planning techniques within PP/DS to optimize production schedules, reduce lead times, and enhance resource utilization.

Collaborate with other SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD, QM, WM) to ensure seamless integration and optimization across the supply chain. 2. Requirements Gathering and Analysis

Engage with business stakeholders to understand production planning and manufacturing requirements.

Conduct process assessments and workshops to identify gaps and opportunities for process optimization within the SAP environment.

Translate business requirements into technical and functional SAP specifications. 3. Project Leadership and Management

Serve as the lead consultant on SAP PP/DS and Plan to Produce projects, managing timelines, resources, and deliverables.

Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, ensuring successful implementation of SAP solutions.

Develop detailed project plans, manage risks, and ensure that solutions are delivered on time and within budget.

Act as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. 4. System Configuration and Development

Configure SAP PP and PP/DS modules to meet business requirements, including master data, production versions, heuristics, MRP, capacity planning, and detailed scheduling.

Work with ABAP developers to design and develop custom enhancements, reports, and interfaces when required.

Implement PP/DS algorithms to improve production scheduling and execution efficiency. 5. Integration and Data Management

Ensure integration between PP/DS and other SAP modules (e.g., MM, QM, APO, SCM) to support efficient data flow across the supply chain.

Lead data migration efforts related to production planning, including master data and transactional data.

Ensure proper integration with SAP S/4HANA and external systems, including MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) and other production technologies. 6. Support and Optimization

Provide post-go-live support for production planning and scheduling processes, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

Lead troubleshooting efforts and perform root cause analysis for production planning and execution issues.

Continuously optimize SAP PP and PP/DS functionalities to enhance production efficiency and adaptability. 7. Training and Knowledge Transfer

Conduct training sessions and workshops for end-users and internal teams to ensure successful adoption of SAP PP/DS solutions.

Create and maintain project documentation, including process flows, functional and technical specifications, and training materials.

Provide knowledge transfer to internal teams to enable long-term support and continuous improvement.