Senior SAP ePPDS Consultant

ArchLynk; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging projects

Career growth opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

ArchLynk, a leading SAP Gold Partner, is hiring for an SAP PPDS Consultant in Bengaluru, India. You'll manage end-to-end SAP PPDS implementations, collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance supply chain efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of SAP experience, with expertise in PPDS configuration and strong analytical skills. Join a team committed to innovative solutions and personal career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant SAP experience.
• Experience in at least 1–2 full-cycle SAP PPDS/IBP implementations.
• Strong knowledge of logistics and supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage SAP PPDS implementation life cycle from start to finish.
• Translate stakeholder requirements into SAP solutions.
• Lead and mentor junior consultants.

Skills

SAP PPDS / ePPDS expertise

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Production planning knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, IT, or related field

SAP certifications in relevant modules

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP IBP

Agile tools

Job description

ArchLynk stands at the vanguard of SAP Digital Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Planning, and Global Trade solutions, empowering businesses to build resilient, adaptive, and efficient supply chain ecosystems. We are a trusted SAP Gold Partner headquartered in San Jose, California, specializing in strategic planning, process optimization, and SAP solution deployment across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on end‑to‑end SAP PPDS / ePPDS implementation lifecycle including requirement gathering, blueprinting, system design, configuration, testing, go‑live, and post go‑live support.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and supply chain teams to understand production planning and detailed scheduling requirements and translate them into SAP PPDS solutions.
• Design and configure PPDS functionalities including planning boards, heuristics, alerts, scheduling profiles, and master data such as BOM, routing, work centers, and production versions.
• Lead integration activities between SAP S/4HANA PP, IBP, and ePPDS ensuring seamless data flow and synchronized planning across systems.
• Conduct workshops, POCs, and solution demonstrations to validate business scenarios and drive stakeholder alignment.
• Support and optimize production planning processes using PPDS heuristics, optimizer, and scheduling strategies for improved operational efficiency.
• Work closely with technical teams for enhancements, debugging, and resolving system issues, including root cause analysis during hyper‑care and support phases.
• Lead or mentor junior consultants, ensuring knowledge transfer, best practices, and high‑quality project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and recommend best practices for supply chain planning and scheduling processes.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, IT, or related field.
• Strong experience in SAP PPDS / ePPDS or APO PPDS with good understanding of S/4HANA integration.
• Hands‑on expertise in PPDS configuration including planning board, DS board, heuristics, alerts, and scheduling strategies.
• Strong knowledge of production planning master data (BOM, routing, work centers, characteristics, and classifications).
• Experience in integrating SAP PPDS with IBP and other SAP modules like MM, SD, and PP.
• Good understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain planning processes including demand, supply, and production scheduling.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant SAP experience (seniority may vary).
• Experience in at least 1–2 full‑cycle SAP PPDS/IBP implementations is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in global delivery models and collaborate with cross‑functional and geographically distributed teams.
• Exposure to SAP IBP, Fiori apps, or digital supply chain solutions is an added advantage.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• SAP certification in relevant modules (e.g., SAP IBP, SAP PP/DS, SAP S/4HANA) is highly preferred.
• Additional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, Agile) are a plus.

Additional Information

• Willingness to travel for client engagements as required.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with SAP innovations and industry trends.
• Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or logistics industries is advantageous.

Benefits

• Challenging projects with global organizations working on innovative technologies.
• Talented, passionate, intercultural, and multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Individual‑centric career path and growth opportunities.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Flexibility and autonomy.
• Annual educational reimbursement for personal and professional development.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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