### ePPDS Technical / Functional Specialist (SAP)PublicFull-time40 h/weekIndiaOnsite, HybridStart date: As soon as possibleEnd date: 31 Dec 2026Hourly rate13 - 27 EUR/hMonthly gross salary573 - 1147 EUR/mo### Job DescriptionRole: ePPDS Technical Specialist — SAP Production Planning & Detailed Scheduling (PPDS)Summary We are seeking an experienced ePPDS Technical Specialist to design and deliver capability-building and training initiatives for SAP Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPDS). This role will develop learning programs that accelerate user readiness and drive adoption of SAP PPDS functionality, ideally within SAP S/4HANA environments. The successful candidate will combine deep functional knowledge of PPDS with proven instructional design, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.Responsibilities* Design, develop, and maintain a comprehensive PPDS training curriculum, including instructor-led courses, e-learning modules, simulations, job aids, and documentation tailored for planners and business users.* Deliver end-user training, workshops, and knowledge-transfer sessions to enable effective use of ePPDS processes.* Translate technical system functionality into clear, business-oriented learning content and hands-on exercises.* Provide subject matter expertise in PPDS topics such as demand planning, production planning, detailed scheduling, and supply planning.* Support SAP S/4HANA ePPDS implementations, upgrades, and enhancements by preparing users through readiness activities and targeted training.* Collaborate with business planners, supply chain teams, IT, and project stakeholders to assess learning needs and align training to business objectives.* Conduct training needs analyses, evaluate training effectiveness via feedback, assessments, and adoption metrics, and iterate on programs to improve outcomes.* Maintain training repositories, standard operating procedures, and process documentation; support the development of super users and local champions.* Act as a liaison between business users and SAP functional teams to ensure training reflects real-world processes and system behavior.Required Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Information Systems, Business, or related field.* 6+ years’ experience in SAP supply chain planning, training, or functional consulting roles.* Practical, hands-on experience with SAP ePPDS (Production Planning & Detailed Scheduling).* Experience with SAP S/4HANA ePPDS implementations or projects is strongly preferred.* Solid understanding of production planning, supply planning, and scheduling concepts.* Demonstrated experience in instructional design and delivery of training programs.Key Skills* SAP ePPDS functional expertise* SAP S/4HANA experience (preferred)* Training and learning program development (ILT and e-learning)* Stakeholder engagement and facilitation* Process documentation and knowledge management* Change management and user adoption strategies* Strong communication and interpersonal skillsPreferred* Experience supporting SAP implementations or transformation programs* Background in supply chain planning or manufacturing operations* Familiarity with digital learning tools and LMS platformsWhy this role matters This role directly impacts the effectiveness of supply chain operations by empowering planners and business users to leverage SAP ePPDS capabilities. Well-designed, practical training reduces adoption friction, accelerates time-to-value for system investments, and fosters sustainable process improvements.If you are an ePPDS specialist with a passion for teaching and enabling business change, we encourage you to apply.