Senior SAP PP/QM Lead – Production Planning

EY; Akron (OH); Remote; USD 172,000 - 392,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in the United States seeks a Senior Manager in Technology who translates business requirements into technical specifications and designs SAP-based solutions, focusing on PP and manufacturing processes.

You will lead large SAP client engagements, manage risks, mentor junior consultants, and drive successful delivery while traveling 40-60% to meet client needs. EY offers a flexible, inclusive, global team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred.
• Typically, 5–7 years of relevant experience.
• At least five years of experience in SAP Production Planning (PP) within a functional consulting or system configuration role.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills.
• Proven experience managing SAP projects or work streams, including oversight of project-based team members.
• Knowledge of best practices in supply chain, along with benchmarking and advisory experience related to supply chain-specific technology functions.
• Ability and willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 40–60%.
• Experience with at least two full lifecycle implementations of SAP ERP (ECC and/or S/4HANA) specifically working with the SAP Production Planning (PP) module.

Responsibilities

• Leading engagement delivery and managing client relationships on a daily basis.
• Overseeing program/project management and ensuring engagement economics are met.
• Developing resource plans and budgets for complex engagements.
• Leading large-scale SAP client engagements or work streams, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
• Demonstrating in-depth technical capabilities and possessing strong business acumen.
• Consistently delivering high-quality client services by monitoring progress and managing risks.
• Building and maintaining relationships with client personnel at all levels to foster collaboration and trust.
• Mentoring junior consultants and fostering an innovative, inclusive team environment.
• Identifying and generating new business opportunities by understanding EY’s service lines and collaborating with team members across EY practices.

Skills

SAP Production Planning (PP)

Project management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication

Business analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

S/4HANA

MES integration

RICEF design

Job description

EY in the United States seeks a Senior Manager in Technology who translates business requirements into technical specifications and designs SAP-based solutions, focusing on PP and manufacturing processes.

You will lead large SAP client engagements, manage risks, mentor junior consultants, and drive successful delivery while traveling 40-60% to meet client needs. EY offers a flexible, inclusive, global team environment.