SAP Manufacturing Functional Consultant

SAP Manufacturing Functional Consultant Job Description: SAP Manufacturing Functional Consultant Role Summary We are seeking an experienced SAP Manufacturing Functional Consultant to design, configure, and support SAP solutions related to manufacturing processes. The role focuses on aligning SAP capabilities with business requirements across production planning, shop floor execution, and integration with supply chain functions. Key Responsibilities 1. Business Process Analysis Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand manufacturing processes and requirements Analyze current (“AS-IS”) processes and design optimized (“TO-BE”) solutions Provide recommendations aligned with SAP best practices 2. SAP Configuration & Implementation Configure SAP modules such as: SAP PP (Production Planning) SAP QM (Quality Management) SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) (optional based on scope) Set up master data: BOMs, routing, work centers, production versions Support production planning strategies (Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, Repetitive Manufacturing) 3. Integration & End-to-End Processes Ensure integration with: SAP MM (Materials Management) SAP SD (Sales & Distribution) SAP EWM / WM (Warehouse Management) Work on cross-functional processes (order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, plan-to-produce) 4. Implementation Lifecycle Participate in full project lifecycle: Blueprinting / Discovery Design Build & Configuration Testing (Unit, SIT, UAT) Go-live and Hypercare support Prepare functional specifications for developments (RICEFW objects) 5. Testing & Support Prepare and execute test cases Support defect resolution and root cause analysis Provide post-go-live support and continuous improvements 6. Documentation & Training Create functional documentation, configuration guides, and SOPs Conduct end-user training and workshops Required Skills & Experience Core Skills Strong expertise in SAP PP module Hands-on experience with: MRP (Material Requirements Planning) Capacity planning Production orders / process orders Batch management (preferred) Knowledge of manufacturing processes: Discrete manufacturing Process manufacturing (optional but valuable) Technical/Functional Knowledge Integration knowledge with MM, SD, QM Familiarity with S/4HANA Manufacturing processes Experience with Fiori apps for manufacturing Tools & Methodologies Experience in SAP S/4HANA implementations Understanding of Agile / Activate methodology Functional specification writing (FS) Preferred Qualifications SAP certification in Production Planning (PP) or S/4HANA Manufacturing Experience with: MES integration PP-PI (Process Industries) PP-DS (Detailed Scheduling) Exposure to Industry 4.0 / IoT integration Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management Ability to work in cross-functional and global teams Leadership and mentoring (for senior roles) Typical Experience Range Mid-level: 4–8 years SAP PP experience Senior: 8–15+ years with multiple end-to-end implementations Nice-to-Have Knowledge of digital manufacturing cloud (DMC) Experience in automotive, pharma, or FMCG industries Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles Deliverables Functional design documents (FDD) Configuration and testing documentation Integration design artifacts User training materials Experience Level Senior Level