SAP PP/DS Solution Architect

Global IT Solutions, Inc - Texas; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider in Michigan seeks a seasoned professional to lead the implementation of SAP PP/DS solutions. You will utilize your extensive experience in SAP production planning to configure planning solutions, design production scheduling strategies, and translate business needs into functional designs. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential as you present complex ideas to diverse audiences and work closely with offshore teams to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience implementing SAP PP/DS and related planning solutions.
• Extensive knowledge of SAP production planning and detailed scheduling.
• Hands-on experience with cross-location planning and automated response planning.

Responsibilities

• Implement SAP PP/DS (ePP/DS) solutions in manufacturing environments.
• Configure and maintain S/4HANA production planning solutions.
• Design and execute detailed scheduling and planning strategies.

Skills

SAP PP/DS implementation

Demand/supply planning

Supply chain processes

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Job Summary

Lead the implementation and configuration of SAP PP/DS production planning solutions for automotive and discrete manufacturing environments at Global IT Solutions. This role requires deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA production planning, demand/supply planning, and supply chain processes.

Location

Troy, Michigan

Responsibilities

• Implement SAP PP/DS (ePP/DS) solutions in automotive and discrete manufacturing environments.
• Configure and maintain S/4HANA production planning and related planning solutions.
• Design and execute interactive production planning, detailed scheduling, pegging, and constraint‑based planning strategies.
• Develop multi‑level scheduling and sequencing, model mix planning, and sub‑daily bucket planning.
• Plan cross‑location production and manage automated responses to changes in planning situations.
• Translate customer business needs into functional design and cascade solutions to offshore teams.
• Present complex ideas and concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Collaborate with peers and offshore teams to achieve team goals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience implementing SAP PP/DS and related planning solutions.
• Extensive knowledge of SAP production planning, detailed scheduling, constraint‑based planning, and model mix planning.
• Hands‑on experience with cross‑location planning, automated response planning, and telescopic time bucket planning.
• Deep understanding of demand/supply planning, capacity planning, and distribution planning processes.
• Experience with end‑to‑end supply chain processes (procurement, manufacturing, logistics, inventory management).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex ideas to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Independent performer with a collaborative, team‑oriented mindset.
• Knowledge of automotive or repetitive manufacturing industries is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and social skills with a proven ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Manufacturing/Automotive domain experience.
• Experience working in onshore/offshore model environments.
• Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Generic managerial skills and the ability to cascade business needs to offshore teams.
• Proven ability to lead the implementation of SAP PP/DS solutions and maintain production planning excellence.

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, information systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience is required.