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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Consultant - SAP Production Planning - **Company:** Protera Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Application Integration Architecture, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, System Configuration, Migration Manager, SAP (Applications), SAP FI/CO, SAP Implementation, SAP R/3, SAP Project System, SAP Sales and Distribution, Systems Integration, SAP Business Technology Platform, Sap Fiori, Sap Production Planning, SAP S/4HANA, Data Management, Sap Extended Warehouse Management - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4cab7568b49dab1f ## About the Role Do you have experience in Systems integration?, We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Consultant - SAP Production Planning to lead and deliver manufacturing-focused SAP solutions across ECC and S/4HANA environments. This role requires deep functional expertise, strong cross-module integration capabilities, and the ability to guide clients through complex transformation initiatives, including S/4HANA migrations and advanced manufacturing optimization. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on configuration experience with strategic advisory skills, driving end-to-end solution design while mentoring junior team members and engaging with executive stakeholders., + Classic MRP (ECC) and production planning processes + Master data design: BOMs, routings, work centers, resources + Demand management and supply strategies (MTS, MTO, CTO) + Capacity planning and detailed scheduling S/4HANA & Advanced Planning * Experience with: * + Embedded PP-DS + S/4HANA manufacturing capabilities and migration strategies + Transition from ECC PP to S/4HANA solutions Integration Experience * Proven track record integrating PP with MM, SD, and other logistics modules, * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities * Ability to translate business requirements into scalable SAP solutions * Leadership mindset with a focus on mentoring and collaboration Education & Experience * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field * 7+ years of SAP PP experience, including full lifecycle implementations * Proven experience in large-scale SAP transformation programs ## Description Solution Design & Delivery * Lead end-to-end SAP PP solution design and execution for manufacturing clients * Conduct fit-to-standard workshops and define optimal business processes * Configure and implement: * + Master data structures (BOMs, routings, work centers, production versions) + Demand management and MRP strategies (MTS, MTO, CTO) + Capacity planning and production scheduling S/4HANA & Transformation * Support ECC to S/4HANA migrations (brownfield and greenfield approaches) * Lead transition from classic PP to embedded PP-DS * Design and implement MRP Live, predictive MRP, and DDMRP concepts * Enable adoption of Fiori shop floor apps and Manufacturing Cockpit Integration & Cross-Functional Alignment * Drive integration across SAP modules, including: * + PP-MM (procurement-driven production, subcontracting, external processing) + PP-SD (ATP, sales order-driven production, scheduling) + PP-QM (quality inspection, batch release, in-process controls) + PP-FI/CO (product costing, WIP, variance analysis, settlement) + PP-EWM/WM (material staging, warehouse integration) + PP-PM (resource and equipment availability) Manufacturing Innovation * Implement solutions leveraging: * + Embedded PP-DS and advanced scheduling tools + SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC) and MES integration patterns + Discrete, process, and repetitive manufacturing scenarios (REM, PI sheets, backflushing) + Variant configuration (LO-VC and S/4 AVC) Program Leadership & Advisory * Lead RICEF identification, prioritization, and estimation for PP workstreams * Define data migration strategies for PP master data and production orders * Develop cutover and parallel-run strategies for manufacturing operations * Provide client-facing advisory, including executive presentations and steering committees * Contribute to SOW development and effort estimation Team Leadership * Mentor junior consultants and provide technical oversight * Drive best practices and ensure quality delivery across project teams, + MRP Live (S/4HANA) + Variant Configuration (LO-VC) and Advanced Variant Configuration (AVC) + All manufacturing order types: + o Discrete manufacturing o Process manufacturing (PI sheets, batch management) o Repetitive manufacturing (REM) * Exposure to: * + Demand-Driven MRP (DDMRP) and predictive planning models + SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC) and MES integrations + Manufacturing Fiori apps and shop floor digitalization Nice-to-Have Skills * Experience in additional SAP modules: * + WM/EWM, SD, FI/CO, or broader SCM * Deep expertise in Variant Configuration, including: * + LO-VC to AVC migration strategy and execution + CPQ (Configure-Price-Quote) tools * Familiarity with: * + SAP BTP / BAIP and modern development frameworks (MTA, CAP, RAP) + Integration architecture across SAP and non-SAP systems ## Related Videos - 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