SAP APO SNP/PPDS expert

Wipro; Hyderabad, Chennai District, Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipro is seeking an experienced SAP APO SNP/PPDS expert to lead functional consulting across SNP and PPDS modules. You will design, configure, and optimize SCM APO processes, integrate with MM/PP/SD logistics, and mentor junior team members.

You will drive workshops, SIT/UAT, and hypercare activities, ensuring seamless production planning and scheduling implementations for complex client environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of functional consulting experience in SAP APO.
• Strong expertise in SAP APO SNP and PPDS across implementations and support engagements.
• Expert knowledge of SCM APO - SNP, PPDS, CIF, Live Cache, and master data setup.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements and deliver independently with strong PM/leadership skills.
• Troubleshoot post-implementation issues and drive productivity improvements in SAP systems.
• Design, document, and validate functional designs, test cases, and configurations for PPDS solutions.

Skills

SAP APO SNP

PPDS

SNP deployment optimizer

SNP heuristics

PPDS planning board

PPDS optimizer

SCM APO - SNP/PPDS

Demand planning

IBP Control tower

client management

Tools

SNP Deployment Optimizer

SNP Heuristics

PPDS Optimizer

CIF Core Interface

Job description

SAP APO SNP/PPDS expert:

• Should have minimum 10+ yrs. functional consulting experience in SAP APO.
• Must be strong in SAP APO SNP and PPDS modules (both implementation and support engagements).
• Expert Knowledge in SCM APO - SNP, PPDS, Integrated Supply Chain Modeling (CIF), Live Cache, SNP/PPDS configuration and flow, APO Demand planning and IBP Control tower.
• SAP APO System expert for different modules, versions. Excellent knowledge of integration with SAP MM, PP, SD & Logistics module.
• Should have worked on SNP Deployment Optimizer, SNP Heuristics, PPDS planning board, PPDS Optimizer and heuristics, Master data, etc.
• Should have worked on a lead position and have excellent experience in client management and ability to independently deliver work.
• Resolve post implementation issues in post go live support and enhancements done to improve productivity and performance of the SAP system.
• Daily troubleshooting of user queries and resolution of issues. Identify gaps, issues and work around solutions.
• Act as liaison with client for troubleshooting: investigate, analyze, and solve software problems.
• Document functional designs, test cases and results. Proactively identify and propose business process and/or system enhancements
• Work self-directed and independently; may act as subject matter mentor to more junior members
• SAP Supply Chain Planning consultant capable to provide solutions to complex medium term (Tactical) and operational planning methodologies.
• Experience as SAP Functional Consultant with Domain experience in the areas of Supply Chain Planning.
• Collaborate with clients and business stakeholders to gather requirements and design efficient production planning and scheduling processes using SAP PPDS. Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend best practices.
• Configure, implement, and support SAP PPDS solutions, including Heuristics, Optimization, and Detailed Scheduling strategies.
• Strong knowledge of CIF (Core Interface) and its role in master data and transaction data transfer.
• Knowledge on ECC-PP Masterdata like - PV's, BOM's, Routing's, Workcenter's etc.
  APO Master data setup like- Setup Matrix, define planning parameters etc,
• Configurations like Planning board, DS board, Different profiles, PPDS Subcontracting process, Alerts configuration.
• Document test results, configuration changes, and system design for future reference and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct workshops, system testing (SIT/UAT), user training, and provide post-implementation support during Hypercare.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of SAP PPDS with other SAP modules, such as Materials Management (MM), Production Planning (PP), and Assist with data migration activities, ensuring accurate and timely transfer of relevant data into the PPDS system.
• Manage deliverables within agreed timelines. Collaborate with project teams, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure successful Implementation and smooth project execution.