SAP Supply Chain Planning Analyst / Project Manager (46299)

Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. (LRS); Chesterfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 157,597,000 - 214,906,000; Full time

Job summary

LRS Consulting Services in Chesterfield, MO, seeks an SAP Supply Chain Planning Analyst / Project Manager for a contract-to-hire opportunity. You will bridge business and IT to lead SAP-based planning improvements, coordinating across planning, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, finance, and IT.

The role emphasizes ownership, defined project leadership, and delivering scalable SAP planning solutions with minimal supervision. Hybrid onsite schedule and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in SAP in supply chain planning.
• Project management experience leading cross-functional projects or system implementations.
• Functional knowledge of supply chain processes including demand, inventory, production, procurement, and logistics.
• Understanding of SAP SCM capabilities: SAP PP, SAP MRP, SAP IBP, SAP APO, or S/4HANA SCP.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills for executive and operational audiences.
• Ability to take ownership and work independently with minimal direction.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the functional liaison for supply chain planning processes including planning optimization.
• Partner with teams to implement SAP-based solutions that improve service levels and efficiency.
• Translate business requirements into functional specs for delivery by technical teams.
• Lead medium-to-large-scale projects from initiation to deployment using formal PM practices.
• Develop project plans and manage scope, risks, timelines, resources, and stakeholders.
• Create executive-level presentations, business cases, and status updates for leadership.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops and decision-making forums across business teams.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, system integrators, and stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Support system testing activities (SIT, UAT, regression) and production validation.
• Apply Lean/CI methodologies to drive measurable improvements.
• Develop process flows, solution designs, test scripts, training materials, and implementation docs.

Skills

SAP planning

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Analytical problem-solving

Independent ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field

Tools

SAP PP

SAP MRP

SAP IBP

SAP APO

S/4HANA SCM

Job description

LRS Consulting Services is seeking an SAP Supply Chain Planning Analyst / Project Manager for a contract-to-hire opportunity based in Chesterfield, MO. This is a stakeholder-facing role that bridges business teams and IT, driving process improvements and technology-enabled transformation across supply chain planning capabilities. The role partners closely with Supply Chain Planning, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Finance, and IT teams to identify improvement opportunities, lead initiatives, and deliver scalable SAP planning solutions. This is not a hands-on technical role we need someone who can take ownership, lead cross-functional teams to outcomes, and communicate effectively with minimal management support.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the functional liaison for supply chain planning processes, including supply planning, MRP, capacity planning, inventory planning, and production planning optimization
• Partner with supply chain teams to identify process improvement opportunities and implement SAP-based solutions that improve service levels, inventory performance, and operational efficiency
• Translate business requirements into functional specifications and collaborate with technical teams for solution delivery
• Lead medium-to-large-scale projects and workstreams from initiation through deployment using structured project management methodologies
• Develop project plans and manage scope, risks, issues, dependencies, timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations
• Develop and deliver executive-level presentations, business cases, status updates, and recommendations for senior leadership
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops, design sessions, and decision-making forums across business teams
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, system integrators, and business stakeholders to ensure successful project execution
• Support system testing activities including SIT, UAT, regression testing, and production validation
• Apply Lean or continuous improvement methodologies to drive measurable business improvements
• Support incident management and resolution of planning-related production issues
• Develop business process flows, solution designs, test scripts, training materials, and implementation documentation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience working within the SAP ecosystem, specifically in supply chain planning
• Project management experience leading cross-functional projects or system implementations
• Functional knowledge of supply chain processes including demand planning, inventory management, production planning, procurement, and logistics
• Understanding of SAP Supply Chain Management capabilities including one or more of: SAP PP, SAP MRP, SAP IBP, SAP APO, or S/4HANA Supply Chain Planning
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills with experience communicating to executive and operational audiences
• Ability to take ownership and work independently with minimal direction
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with supply planning systems such as Blue Yonder or JDA
• Experience with SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP APO
• Experience with S/4HANA implementations and transformations
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodology experience
• Consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry experience
• Experience supporting global supply chain networks and multi-site manufacturing environments
• PMP certification
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

Work Environment and Schedule

• Hybrid position based in Chesterfield, MO (Tuesday through Thursday onsite)
• Contract-to-hire with minimum one-year contract before conversion consideration
• Domestic and international travel may be required (approximately 15-25%)
• Occasional off-hours support for project deployments and critical business activities

The base range for this contract position is $55 - $75 per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status.

In some cases, LRS Consulting uses generative artificial intelligence ("AI") in support of our hiring processes. LRS takes steps to ensure the use of AI does not result in discrimination based on protected class(es). AI may be used in the hiring process solely in support of the assessment of candidate qualifications. All decisions in the hiring process are made by LRS employees. If AI will be used in the hiring process for the position for which you are applying, you will be notified and will have the opportunity to opt out. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions.