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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SAP - Production Planning - PP - Discrete Manufacturing - Senior - Consulting - Location OPEN - **Company:** Ernst & Young LLP - **Location:** Southfield, MI, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $102,500.0 - $187,900.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, System Configuration, SAP (Applications), SAP HANA, SAP Manufacturing Execution (ME), SAP R/3, SAP Project System, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Sap Production Planning, SAP S/4HANA, Data Management - **Published:** July 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/4A528288022D4B2C99292CA76683F3A7/job/ ## About the Role To excel in this role, you will need a combination of technical and interpersonal skills. Your ability to build relationships and communicate effectively will be crucial. In a typical engagement, you will engage with the key stakeholders to assess their business and IT needs in the manufacturing and quality management domains. You will provide guidance on leveraging SAP capabilities to address their pain points and identify gaps beyond standard solutions. You will initiate the requirement gathering, architect solutions, blueprinting, testing, complete the workflow and documentation, as well as the functional design of the solution. You will collaborate with stakeholders and the technical team to translate requirements into effective business solutions, overseeing configurations, customizations, and integrations with SAP and non-SAP systems. The following skills and attributes will make a significant impact: * Strong analytical and decision-making abilities. * Proficiency in technology business requirements definition and analysis. * Experience in system configuration design and technology cost-benefit analysis. * Ability to manage client relationships and communicate with impact. To qualify for the role, you must have * A bachelor's degree. * Typically, no less than 2-4 years of related work experience in a functional or consulting capacity within discrete manufacturing environments, including exposure to SAP Production Planning (PP). * At least 2 years of hands-on experience supporting discrete manufacturing processes using SAP ERP and/or SAP S/4HANA within the SAP manufacturing domain. * Experience with configuration, master data, and end-to-end planning processes, including Materials, BOMS, Routings, and production execution flows. * Experience with production strategies such as Made to Stock (MTS), Made to Order (MTO), Assemble to Order (ATO), and Engineer to Order (ETO). * Familiarity with SAP PP-EWM integration processes and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), DMC (Digital Manufacturing Cloud) integration with SAP S/4HANA. * Strong skills in functional application design, including business process analysis and solution documentation. * Experience gathering, analyzing, and translating business and technical requirements into SAP-based solutions. * A flexibility and willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 40-60%. Ideally, you'll also have * Strong understanding of Variant Configuration and Advanced Variant Configuration within SAP S/4HANA. * Experience with SAP external integrations to MES, MII, ME, DMC, etc. * SAP certifications in SAP Manufacturing, Quality Management (QM) or related modules in the production execution space. * Experience with at least one full cycle implementation of SAP PP. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. What we look for We seek individuals who are proactive, innovative, and eager to contribute to team success. Top performers are those who demonstrate strong analytical skills, the ability to communicate effectively, and a passion for technology and its impact on business. ## Description As a Senior Technology Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. You will interact with business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring that newly implemented technology solutions meet their needs. Your collaboration with technical teams will be essential in designing and delivering effective system architecture solutions., In this role, you will spend your time engaging with clients and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery. You will face challenges that require analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, providing you with opportunities to learn and grow in a dynamic environment. This position may require regular travel to meet with clients, allowing you to build relationships and understand their needs better. Key responsibilities include: * Interacting with business stakeholders to evaluate business models and processes. * Analyzing newly implemented technology solutions to verify they meet business requirements. * Collaborating with technical teams to design and deliver system architecture solutions. * Act as a Subject Matter Resource (SMR) for SAP Manufacturing during project implementations. Facilitate design workshops and discussions, gather requirements, and recommend tailored S/4 HANA best practices. * Successfully guide the implementation of these solutions within client SAP ecosystems. * Demonstrate in-depth functional capabilities of SAP Production Planning (PP) and associated modules, coupled with a strong business acumen. * Provide exceptional client service by tracking project milestones, managing risks, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders regarding progress and results. * Cultivate and sustain relationships with key client personnel at all levels. ## Related Videos - [Evolving the developer experience in the age of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100201-evolving-the-developer-experience-in-the-age-of-ai) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [The 2026 Talent Pivot: Essential Trends for an Evolving Workforce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100098-the-2026-talent-pivot-essential-trends-for-an-evolving-workforce) - [Replacing Excel with SAP APIs & Python validation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1944-replacing-excel-with-sap-apis-python-validation) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Germany: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/33-best-companies-to-work-for-in-germany-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)