Lead SAP PPDS Solution Consultant
SAP PP/DS Lead Consultant (Manufacturing | Automotive)
Location: Troy, MI 48098 (Onsite preferred; Remote EST/CST considered with occasional travel)
Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced SAP PP/DS Lead Consultant to support a major manufacturing client. This role requires deep expertise in Production Planning & Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) within SAP S/4HANA, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead end‑to‑end implementations in an onshore/offshore delivery model.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and deliver end‑to‑end SAP PP/DS implementations, from initiation through go‑live.
• Translate business requirements into functional designs and communicate effectively with onshore/offshore teams.
• Implement and optimize Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling processes including:
• Interactive planning
• Detailed scheduling
• Pegging
• Planning board
• Constraint‑based planning
• Model mix planning
• Multilevel scheduling & sequencing
• Support cross‑functional E2E Supply Chain processes (Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Inventory).
• Ensure planning accuracy using Cross‑Location Planning, Automated Responses, Multi‑Level Constraint Planning, Sub‑Daily Buckets, and Time‑Dependent Safety Stock.
• Present complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with global teams and maintain high accuracy and attention to detail.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in Manufacturing or Automotive industries.
• Strong hands‑on experience with SAP PP/DS (embedded or DSC Edition).
• Experience implementing SAP ePP/DS in discrete manufacturing environments.
• Must have Optimizer experience.
• Experience working in an onshore/offshore delivery model.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate across multiple levels of an organization.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Automotive manufacturing or Repetitive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with DSC Edition PP/DS (side‑car system integrated via CIF).
• Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA Advanced Planning.
Work Model
• 100% onsite preferred in Troy, MI.
• Remote candidates in EST or CST considered with occasional travel to Michigan or Mexico (based on project milestones).
Why This Role Stands Out
• High‑impact role supporting a major manufacturing transformation.
• Opportunity to lead complex PP/DS optimization initiatives.
• Work with advanced SAP S/4HANA planning technologies.
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Location: Troy, MI 48098 (Onsite preferred; Remote EST/CST considered with occasional travel)
Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced SAP PP/DS Lead Consultant to support a major manufacturing client. This role requires deep expertise in Production Planning & Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) within SAP S/4HANA, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead end‑to‑end implementations in an onshore/offshore delivery model.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and deliver end‑to‑end SAP PP/DS implementations, from initiation through go‑live.
• Translate business requirements into functional designs and communicate effectively with onshore/offshore teams.
• Implement and optimize Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling processes including:
• Interactive planning
• Detailed scheduling
• Pegging
• Planning board
• Constraint‑based planning
• Model mix planning
• Multilevel scheduling & sequencing
• Support cross‑functional E2E Supply Chain processes (Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Inventory).
• Ensure planning accuracy using Cross‑Location Planning, Automated Responses, Multi‑Level Constraint Planning, Sub‑Daily Buckets, and Time‑Dependent Safety Stock.
• Present complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with global teams and maintain high accuracy and attention to detail.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in Manufacturing or Automotive industries.
• Strong hands‑on experience with SAP PP/DS (embedded or DSC Edition).
• Experience implementing SAP ePP/DS in discrete manufacturing environments.
• Must have Optimizer experience.
• Experience working in an onshore/offshore delivery model.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate across multiple levels of an organization.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Automotive manufacturing or Repetitive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with DSC Edition PP/DS (side‑car system integrated via CIF).
• Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA Advanced Planning.
Work Model
• 100% onsite preferred in Troy, MI.
• Remote candidates in EST or CST considered with occasional travel to Michigan or Mexico (based on project milestones).
Why This Role Stands Out
• High‑impact role supporting a major manufacturing transformation.
• Opportunity to lead complex PP/DS optimization initiatives.
• Work with advanced SAP S/4HANA planning technologies.
Apply Now
Apply Now