SAP PP Consultant

Sapsol Technologies Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapsol Technologies Inc in Houston, TX seeks a seasoned SAP PP (Production Planning) consultant with deep S/4HANA expertise to lead end-to-end transformations in manufacturing environments. You will design processes, blueprint solutions, and implement core PP functions (MRP Live, BOMs, routings, capacity planning) while coordinating with MM, EWM, SD, QM, and FI teams.

This role requires hands-on leadership, data migration oversight, and mentoring of junior staff, with a focus on delivering

Qualifications

• 10+ years of SAP experience with deep PP specialization.
• Proven track record of multiple full lifecycle S/4HANA implementations (3+ preferred).
• Experience in discrete and/or process manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on with MRP Live, Advanced Planning concepts, and production execution.
• Strong integration experience with MM, QM, SD, EWM, and FI.
• Experience in complex manufacturing scenarios (make-to-stock, make-to-order, engineer-to-order).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementations for Production Planning (PP).
• Drive business process design, blueprinting, and solution architecture for manufacturing operations.
• Configure and optimize core PP functionalities including MRP Live, BOMs, routings, and capacity planning.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to align SAP solutions with shop floor operations.
• Lead integration design with MM, EWM, SD, QM, and FI modules.
• Oversee data migration, system testing (SIT/UAT), and go-live activities.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend best practices leveraging S/4HANA capabilities.
• Provide leadership during hypercare and post-go-live support.
• Mentor junior consultants and guide cross-functional teams.

Skills

SAP PP

S/4HANA

Manufacturing

Production Planning

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Tools

MRP Live

Fiori

Job description

ob Summary

We are looking for a seasoned SAP PP (Production Planning) Consultant with deep expertise in S/4HANA implementations and a strong background in manufacturing environments. This role requires a hands‑on functional expert who can lead complex transformations, drive process optimization, and act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end SAP S/4HANA implementations for Production Planning (PP)
• Drive business process design, blueprinting, and solution architecture for manufacturing operations
• Configure and optimize core PP functionalities including:
  • MRP (MRP Live in S/4HANA)
  • Production Orders / Process Orders
  • BOMs (Bill of Materials)
  • Routings / Work Centers
  • Capacity Planning & Scheduling
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to align SAP solutions with shop floor operations and production processes
• Lead integration design with MM, EWM, SD, QM, and FI modules
• Oversee data migration, system testing (SIT/UAT), and go‑live activities
• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend best practices leveraging S/4HANA capabilities
• Provide leadership during hypercare and post‑go‑live support
• Mentor junior consultants and guide cross‑functional teams
• Work closely with technical teams on enhancements (RICEFW objects)

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of SAP experience with deep specialization in SAP PP
• Proven track record of multiple full lifecycle S/4HANA implementations (3+ preferred)
• Strong expertise in discrete and/or process manufacturing environments
• Hands‑on experience with MRP Live, Advanced Planning concepts, and production execution
• Strong integration experience with MM, QM, SD, EWM, and FI
• Experience in complex manufacturing scenarios (make‑to‑stock, make‑to‑order, engineer‑to‑order)
• Strong knowledge of master data (BOM, Routing, Work Centers, Production Versions)
• Exposure to Fiori apps and S/4HANA innovations in manufacturing
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP certification in S/4HANA Production Planning (PP)
• Experience with PP‑DS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling) is a strong plus
• Prior experience with manufacturing clients in North America (Oil & Gas, Industrial Manufacturing, Automotive, etc.)
• Familiarity with shop floor integration / MES systems

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
• Ability to drive workshops and influence senior business users
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, client‑facing environment

Nice to Have

• Experience in greenfield, brownfield, or hybrid S/4HANA transformations
• Exposure to SAP Digital Manufacturing / Industry 4.0 solutions
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and process optimization frameworks