Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior SAP Manufacturing Consultant with strong expertise in SAP Production Planning (PP), Quality Management (QM), and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). The role involves leading end-to-end implementations, solution design, and integration across manufacturing and supply chain operations to drive digital transformation and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience in SAP PP/QM with MES integration, deep functional knowledge of manufacturing processes, and a proven ability to align business and IT for large-scale manufacturing clients.
Must-Have Skills (Mandatory)
- 10-15 years of experience in SAP PP/QM with strong exposure to MES implementation and integration.
- Hands-on experience in full-cycle SAP implementations, including at least one on S/4HANA.
- Expertise in configuring Work Centers, Routing, BOMs, MRP, Capacity Planning, and Shop Floor Control.
- Strong functional knowledge of Quality Management - inspection plans, MICs, catalogs, CAPA, audit management, and quality certificates.
- Proven ability to integrate SAP PP/QM with MES for real-time production execution, OEE, WIP tracking, and labor management.
- Experience in integration with MM, SD, CO, PM, WM/EWM modules.
- Strong stakeholder management and ability to lead workshops, UAT, and user training.
- Ability to prepare functional specifications, blueprints, and solution documents.
Good-to-Have Skills (Optional)
- Experience with SAP ME, SAP MII, Siemens Opcenter, or Rockwell FactoryTalk.
- Knowledge of digital manufacturing, IoT, and Industry 4.0 integrations.
- Familiarity with SAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning) and Fiori applications.
- Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- SAP PP/QM certifications (ECC or S/4HANA).
- APICS CPIM / CSCP or Lean Six Sigma certification.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Production / Industrial / Electrical / Electronics), Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Computer Science.
- Master's degree (MBA in Operations / Supply Chain / Industrial Management) is an added advantage.
- 10-15 years of progressive experience in SAP PP/QM implementations with MES exposure.
- Experience in large-scale manufacturing or discrete/process industry environments.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.