SAP PP Functional Consultant

Compunnel, Inc.; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced SAP PP Consultant to implement and support SAP Production Planning solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze business processes and enhance system functionality. Ideal candidates have over 12 years of experience in SAP PP, strong problem-solving skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. This position is based in Tennessee and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of SAP PP experience.
• Strong expertise in SAP PP configuration, design, and implementation.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support SAP PP solutions.
• Perform analysis of complex business processes.
• Act as liaison between stakeholders and technical teams.

Skills

SAP PP experience

SAP PP configuration

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

The SAP PP Consultant will be responsible for implementing, configuring, and supporting SAP Production Planning (PP) solutions across end-to-end business processes. This role requires strong functional expertise in SAP PP, the ability to analyze complex business requirements, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams. The consultant will drive system enhancements, resolve high-priority issues, support full-cycle implementations, and act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the implementation and support of SAP PP
• Perform detailed analysis of complex business processes and provide system solutions
• Identify, interpret, validate, and document customer requirements
• Conduct workshops to gather and finalize business requirements
• Map client business processes, objectives, and requirements with SAP PP functionality
• Design, customize, configure, and test SAP PP modules
• Identify system gaps, issues, and propose workaround solutions
• Handle changes or emergency transports for critical issues
• Document functional designs, test cases, and test results
• Proactively propose enhancements to business processes or system functionality
• Provide consulting support for new implementations and ongoing support projects
• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams
• Support full cycle implementations and post-go-live activities
• Design and configure PP modules with strong understanding of integration points
• Collaborate with other SAP modules, especially MM and QM
• Manage multiple deliverables and projects simultaneously

Required Skills

• 12+ years of SAP PP experience
• Strong expertise in SAP PP configuration, design, and end-to-end implementation
• In-depth knowledge of PP master data, MRP, process orders, production execution
• Experience with integration across SAP MM and QM modules
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Experience with full cycle SAP implementations and support projects

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in team-oriented and collaborative environments
• Creative problem‑solving approach
• Manufacturing process understanding
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (preferred)