SAP S4 HANA PP / QM Consultant

Job Title

SAP S/4HANA Transformation - Production Planning / Quality Management Consultant

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA PP / QM Consultant to support end-to-end SAP S/4HANA transformation and implementation projects. The consultant will work under the guidance of a Module Lead or Solution Architect and contribute to configuration, testing, data migration support, and post-go-live stabilization of Production Planning (PP) and Quality Management (QM) processes.

This role focuses on hands-on functional delivery across manufacturing and quality processes, aligned with SAP S/4HANA best practices and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

SAP PP & QM Configuration

• Configure and support SAP S/4HANA PP processes including:
• Master Data (Material Master, BOM, Work Centers, Routings)
• Demand Management and MRP
• Production Orders and Process Orders
• Capacity Planning and Production Execution
• Configure and support SAP S/4HANA QM processes including:
• Inspection Planning and Inspection Types
• Quality Notifications and Defect Management
• Usage Decisions and Results Recording
• Quality Certificates and Batch Management (where applicable)

S/4HANA Transformation Support

• Support ECC to S/4HANA conversions or greenfield implementations.
• Apply S/4HANA manufacturing and quality simplifications and innovations.
• Assist in Fit-to-Standard (F2S) workshops and requirement clarification.

Integration & Cross-Module Collaboration

• Work closely with MM, WM/EWM, SD, PM, and FI/CO teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Support integration across Procure-to-Produce and Plan-to-Produce processes.
• Coordinate with technical teams (ABAP, interfaces) for RICEFW objects impacting PP/QM.

Testing & Data Migration

• Prepare and execute unit testing and SIT test cases for PP and QM scenarios.
• Support UAT, defect resolution, and business user clarification.
• Assist with data migration validation for manufacturing and quality master data and open transactions.

Go-Live & Hypercare

• Support cutover activities, including production and quality data readiness.
• Provide hypercare support, troubleshooting PP/QM issues post go-live.
• Document issues, resolutions, and process changes.

Documentation & Methodology

• Prepare and maintain:
• Functional specifications
• Configuration documents
• Test scripts and user guides
• Follow SAP Activate methodology and project standards.

Required Skills & Experience

SAP PP & QM Expertise

• 5-8 years of SAP functional experience in:
• SAP PP (Discrete or Process Manufacturing)
• SAP QM
• At least one full-cycle SAP S/4HANA implementation or conversion project
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and quality management processes

S/4HANA & Manufacturing Knowledge

• Hands-on experience with:
• S/4HANA PP configuration
• MRP simplifications and real-time processing
• QM integration with MM and PP
• Exposure to Batch Management, Serial Numbers, and Variant Configuration is a plus
• Knowledge on LeanIX, Signavio for process flow preparation and discussion with business team, is an added advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP S/4HANA or SAP PP / QM certification
• Experience with SAP Activate methodology
• Industry experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Goods, or Chemicals
• Exposure to EWM, PM, or Advanced Planning tools (PP/DS, IBP) is an advantage

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Good communication and documentation abilities
• Ability to work effectively in onshore-offshore delivery models
• Willingness to learn and adopt S/4HANA innovations

Location & Work Model

• Location: As per project needs
• Work Model: Hybrid / Onsite / Offshore (project dependent)