Senior Lead SAP Manufacturing | Acushnet Company

acushnetgolf; Fairhaven (MA); On-site; USD 137,483 - 175,017; Full time

Job summary

Acushnet Company seeks a hands-on Senior Functional Lead for SAP Manufacturing (PP/PPDS/AVC) to design and implement a global SAP S/4HANA manufacturing solution. You will own architecture, guide testing and configuration, and support operations while driving innovation.

The role requires 10+ years of SAP ERP experience, deep PP/PPDS/AVC expertise, and a proven track record delivering complex make-to-order environments at scale. Travel as needed and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• 10+ years of hands-on SAP ERP experience, including S/4HANA brownfield and greenfield.
• Deep functional and technical SAP PP/PPDS/AVC expertise.
• Proven ability to translate manufacturing requirements into scalable, automated solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of global SAP S/4HANA manufacturing solution.
• Own solution architecture, testing, configuration, and operations support.
• Drive end-to-end delivery and continuous improvement in a greenfield project.
• Collaborate with global business and IT teams for rollout and optimization.

Skills

SAP PP

SAP PPDS

SAP AVC

S/4HANA

Brownfield/Greenfield

End-to-end delivery

Planning boards

Variant models

CRP

Master data PP/PPDS/AVC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Business/MIS/IT

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Where Performance Meets Purpose

Join a team that values excellence and innovation, at a company known for its iconic golf brands. At Acushnet Company, your background and experience contribute to creating the best products for dedicated golfers worldwide. Here, your performance has purpose.

What You Will Be Doing

Acushnet is seeking a hands‑on and strategic Senior Functional Lead for SAP Manufacturing (PP / PPDS / AVC) to drive the design and implementation of our global SAP S/4HANA manufacturing solution. As a key member of the SAP Center of Excellence, you’ll lead end‑to‑end solution delivery, collaborating with global business and IT teams to build a best‑in‑class manufacturing capability. You’ll own the solution architecture, guide testing and configuration, and support operations while championing innovation and continuous improvement. This is a unique opportunity to shape a greenfield SAP implementation and elevate manufacturing performance across a global enterprise.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Business, MIS, IT, or related field.
• SAP Certification is a plus.
• 10+ years of hands‑on SAP ERP experience, including both brownfield and greenfield S/4HANA implementations.
• Deep functional and technical expertise in SAP PP, PPDS, and AVC modules.
• Proven ability to translate complex manufacturing requirements into scalable, automated solutions.
• Extensive experience configuring PP/PPDS/AVC end‑to‑end (e.g., planning boards, alert profiles, variant models).
• Successful implementation of PP/PPDS/AVC in high‑volume make‑to‑order environments (up to 10,000 custom orders/day).
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven success in solution rollout and support within SAP manufacturing domains.
• Ability to explain complex systems clearly to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Passion for process documentation and standards.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving across multiple perspectives.
• Expertise in PPDS heuristics, CRP, PP, and DS.
• Deep knowledge of master data in PP/PPDS/AVC (Products, BOMs, Routings, PDS, etc.).
• Solid understanding of SAP S/4HANA architecture and cross‑functional integration across manufacturing, planning, and supply chain.

Our Commitment to You

At Acushnet Company, we are committed to helping our associates thrive both personally and professionally. From the start, you and your family, including domestic partners, will benefit from a comprehensive suite of health and well‑being programs. Enjoy the advantages of paid time off, an onsite fitness center, acupuncture, physical therapy, wellness coaches, and more.

Our financial benefits are designed to secure your future, offering a 401k with company match, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts. Additionally, you'll enjoy perks like pet insurance, legal planning, education assistance, and exclusive access to our Associate Store. At Acushnet Company, your performance has purpose, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

Pay Range: $137,483.00-$175,017.00

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us at Acushnet Company and be part of a team that values excellence and innovation.

EEO and Additional Statements

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