Configuration Analyst - SAP Production Planning

We are seeking a Principal Configuration Analyst with deep SAP Production Planning (PP/MRP) expertise to support and enhance our global SAP ECC environment while leading functional readiness for our transition to SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud and PP/DS. This role ensures operational stability today while designing forward-compatible solutions for tomorrow-bridging Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and IT to deliver best-in-class planning capabilities in a regulated environment., SAP ECC Operational Excellence

• Own, configure, and optimize SAP ECC PP/MRP across global manufacturing sites.
• Support discrete and repetitive manufacturing, work centers, routings, BOMs, production versions, and MRP parameters.
• Improve planning accuracy through enhancements to capacity evaluation, production orders, yield/scrap processes, and variance analysis.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Finance to troubleshoot and resolve planning and execution issues.

S/4HANA & PP/DS Transformation

• Lead functional design, delta analysis, and readiness activities supporting the move to S/4HANA with PP/DS.
• Define PP/DS scope, planning models, heuristics, and finite scheduling logic.
• Align designs with S/4HANA Private Cloud standards and SAP best practices.
• Translate ECC planning constructs into scalable S/4HANA- and PP/DS-ready solutions.
• Reduce custom code reliance by prioritizing standard SAP configuration approaches.

Cross-Functional & Compliance Support

• Ensure SAP solutions meet business and regulatory requirements.
• Create clear documentation: requirements, process flows, design decisions, and configuration details.
• Develop and execute test scripts aligned to GxP/GAMP5/CSV standards.
• Provide support during audits, validations, and production incidents.

Leadership & Delivery

• Lead functional design for enhancements, projects, and transformation workstreams.
• Conduct workshops with global teams and mentor junior analysts.
• Participate in on-call rotations and critical incident resolution.

• 10+ years of SAP PP/MRP experience in complex manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on SAP ECC configuration plus experience with S/4HANA transformations.
• Practical exposure to PP/DS (finite scheduling, capacity constraints, planning models).
• Experience supporting live SAP planning environments during major system transitions.
• Background in regulated industries (medical device, life sciences, etc.).
• Experience with Agile/SAFe delivery models.

Desired Skills

• Integration experience with MM, QM, LE, WM/EWM, MES, or quality/warehouse systems.
• Understanding of S/4HANA Private Cloud (RISE) operating models.
• Knowledge of manufacturing costing and variance analysis.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a manufacturing-first mindset
• Ability to balance operational stability with long-term architectural goals
• Excellent communication skills, translating complex logic into clear business language
• Influences effectively across cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation discipline

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.