SAP PP (Production Planning) Team Lead

SAP PP (Production Planning) Team Lead

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated SAP PP (Production Planning) Team Lead for a opportunity in High Point, NC!

Position Title: SAP PP (Production Planning) Team Lead

Location: High Point, NC

Anticipated Start Date: 10/05

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 08+ months contract + Renewable

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>%3D40 HRS WEEKLY) [CONTRACT], [ONSITE]

Pay Range: $77-$82/hr only on W2

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

Job Overview: The SAP SD Leader is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and support of SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) modules. This role requires a strong understanding of business processes in sales, order management, pricing, and distribution. The SAP SD Leader will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure system integrity, and provide guidance for continuous improvement of SAP solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP PP modules, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
• Manage full lifecycle SAP PP implementations, from blueprinting to post-go-live support.
• Provide expertise on integration points with other SAP modules, including MM, SD , FI, and CO.
• Work with stakeholders to gather requirements, identify system gaps, and propose innovative solutions.
• Ensure SAP PP system stability and optimal performance through system monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with development teams for any required enhancements or customizations.
• Train and mentor team members on SAP PP processes and best practices.
• Maintain project documentation, including specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
• Engage with business users to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Stay updated with the latest SAP PP features, best practices, and industry trends.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field
• Automotive industry experience
• 8+ years of experience in SAP PP configuration and implementation
• Proven experience leading multiple full-cycle SAP PP implementations.
• In-depth knowledge of SAP PP processes (Production planning, MRP, Production execution)
• In-depth knowledge of PP Automotive processes (PP/DS, VMS, iPPE)
• Strong understanding of integration with SAP MM, SD, FI, and other modules
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• SAP PP certification is a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in S/4HANA PP.
• Experience in S/4 technical migration
• Experience with SAP IS-Automotive
• Experience with APO PP/DS (SCM)
• Experience with iPPE
• Experience with VMS
• Prior team management experience
• Knowledge of SAP Fiori and SAP cloud solutions.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.

Work Environment

• It is expected, at this time, you may be required as part of the job function to travel up to 40%

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

SAP, S/4 HANA PP, Sales and Distribution (SD) , SAP PP (Production Planning)

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 229770 when responding to this ad.

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