SAP - Production Planning - PP - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN

EY; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 142,600 - 261,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range ($142,600–$261,500)

Medical & dental insurance

Pension & 401(k)

Hybrid work model (40–60% in person)

Flexible vacation policy

Job summary

EY is seeking an innovative SAP professional to join our Technical Consulting team, specializing in SAP Manufacturing within the Core Supply Chain capability. This role collaborates with clients and internal teams to design and deliver SAP technology solutions that improve business performance.

You will lead workstreams, manage offshore and onshore teams, and drive workshops to implement S/4 HANA best practices in manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 4–6 years of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 3 years SAP ERP/S/4HANA PP experience.
• Proven track record of leading project teams to deadlines.
• Ability to travel 40–60%.

Responsibilities

• Lead workstreams and manage delivery and processes.
• Track progress and align with performance objectives.
• Facilitate client sessions from planning through closure.
• Design workshops in manufacturing and apply SAP best practices.
• Manage hybrid offshore/onshore teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Demonstrate SAP Manufacturing expertise and business acumen.
• Deliver high-quality SAP projects and maintain stakeholder communication.

Skills

SAP Manufacturing

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP ERP / SAP S/4HANA

PP module

Job description

Location

Anywhere in Country

Overview

We’re looking for an innovative SAP professional to join our Technical Consulting team, specializing in SAP Manufacturing within the Core Supply Chain capability. This role collaborates with clients and internal teams to design and deliver SAP technology solutions that improve business performance.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead workstream delivery and ensure effective management of processes and solutions.
• Track deliverable completion and project status, ensuring alignment with performance objectives.
• Actively participate in client working sessions, leading workstreams from planning through execution and closure.
• Lead and design workshops in the manufacturing space, gathering requirements and recommending S/4 HANA best practices to implement tailored solutions in clients’ SAP environments.
• Manage a hybrid team of offshore and onshore team members, ensuring timely project delivery and adherence to implementation schedules.
• Exhibit strong functional expertise in SAP Manufacturing, complemented by robust business acumen.
• Oversee and deliver high‑quality SAP projects or workstreams.
• Provide exceptional client service by tracking project milestones, managing risks, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders regarding progress and results.
• Cultivate and sustain relationships with key client personnel at all levels.

Skills and Attributes for Success

Your ability to build relationships and communicate effectively will be crucial in delivering exceptional client service. You will collaborate with stakeholders to assess needs and provide insights on SAP capabilities in manufacturing and quality management.

• Strong analytical skills to develop solutions to complex problems.
• Proven ability to manage engagement economics and resource planning.
• Experience in leading teams and managing change effectively.
• Ability to identify opportunities for additional services and lead specific RFP responses.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree (4‑year degree).
• Typically, no less than 4–6 years of relevant experience in manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and/or SAP S/4 HANA, particularly in the Production Planning (PP) module.
• A proven track record of leading teams to deliver project deliverables within critical deadlines.
• Experience managing an SAP project or workstream and project‑based team members in the manufacturing space.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills.
• Insight into best practices, benchmarking, peer company environments, and previous advisory roles pertinent to industry‑specific production, quality management, and technology functions.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 40–60%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Consulting experience with a focus on leading project teams.
• SAP Certifications in SAP Manufacturing, Quality Management, or related production execution modules.
• Experience with SAP Quality Management (QM), Environment Health & Safety (EHS), Intercompany, Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) or Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) Live.
• Experience with at least three full‑cycle implementations of SAP PP and/or QM in S/4 HANA.
• Experience with new manufacturing offerings in SAP S/4 HANA, such as Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC) and Product Engineering and Operations (PEO).
• Experience in managing client relationships and expectations.

What We Look For

We seek individuals who are technically proficient and possess strong leadership qualities. Top performers are proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement, thriving in collaborative environments and passionate about delivering exceptional results for clients.

What We Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package with a base salary range for US locations of $142,600 to $261,500, and adjusted ranges for major metros.
• Medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• A hybrid work model with an expectation to work in person 40–60% of the time over the course of an engagement.
• Flexible vacation policy allowing you to determine your vacation time based on personal circumstances.

Equal Employment Opportunity

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.

EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying online or during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries, and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at [e-mail].