Sap Pp Consultant

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced SAP PPQM Consultant with strong expertise in Variant Configuration (VC) and deep knowledge of the Manufacturing domain. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing, configuring, and supporting SAP PP (Production Planning) and QM (Quality Management) modules to streamline manufacturing processes and ensure product quality compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• SAP PP Configuration: Design and configure production planning processes including BOMs, routings, work centers, production orders, and MRP.
• Variant Configuration: Implement and manage VC models, characteristics, dependencies, and pricing integration for complex manufacturing scenarios.
• SAP QM Processes: Configure inspection plans, quality notifications, results recording, and certificate management.
• Integration: Ensure seamless integration with MM, SD, FI, and PM modules.
• Manufacturing Domain Expertise: Apply industry best practices to optimize shop floor operations, production scheduling, and quality control.
• Implementation Lifecycle: Participate in requirement gathering, blueprinting, configuration, testing, training, and Go-Live support.
• RICEFW Development: Collaborate with ABAP team to develop functional specifications for reports, interfaces, enhancements, and forms.
• User Training & Support: Conduct workshops, prepare documentation, and provide post-Go Live support.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience as SAP PPQM Consultant with at least 2 end-to-end implementations.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Variant Configuration (VC) for complex manufacturing products.
• In-depth knowledge of Production Planning (PP) processes: MRP, capacity planning, shop floor control.
• Solid experience in Quality Management (QM) processes: inspection lots, quality notifications, and batch management.
• Exposure to Manufacturing industry (Automobile, Engineering, or Discrete Manufacturing preferred).
• Familiarity with S/4HANA environment and ASAP/Activate methodology.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP PP/QM certification.
• Experience in cross-module integration with MM, SD, and FI.
• Knowledge of data migration tools (LSMW, LTMC).
• Ability to handle custom developments and enhancements.