What are the responsibilities and job description for the SAP Production Planning (PP) Solution Specialist position at Aneka Talent Solutions?
Manufacturing client experience is a plus
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled SAP Production Planning (PP) Solution Specialist with strong experience in SAP S/4HANA Cloud implementations and deep knowledge of the SAP Activate methodology. This role is responsible for designing, configuring, and optimizing SAP PP solutions to support end-to-end manufacturing and production planning processes.
The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on SAP professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, collaborates effectively with cross-functional stakeholders, and consistently delivers high-quality SAP implementations.
Key Responsibilities
SAP S/4HANA Implementation & Delivery
- Lead and participate in SAP S/4HANA Cloud implementations, focusing on SAP PP configuration and best practices.
- Drive project execution using the SAP Activate methodology, including Discover, Prepare, Explore, Realize, Deploy, and Run phases.
- Analyze business requirements and translate them into functional specifications and solution designs.
SAP PP Functional Expertise
- Configure and optimize SAP PP functionalities, including:
- Demand Management
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Capacity Planning
- Shop Floor Execution / MES integration
- Ensure seamless integration with SAP MM, SD, and QM to support end-to-end manufacturing and supply chain processes.
Business Collaboration & Enablement
- Partner with business stakeholders to lead workshops, design sessions, and solution walkthroughs.
- Support user training, change management, and adoption initiatives.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to business and IT teams throughout the implementation lifecycle.
Testing, Support & Continuous Improvement
- Support unit testing, integration testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex functional issues.
- Provide post–go-live support and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Stay current on SAP S/4HANA enhancements and industry best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
- 5 years of SAP PP implementation and support experience, including 2 years with SAP S/4HANA Cloud.
- Hands-on experience with SAP Activate methodology and Agile project delivery.
- Strong understanding of production planning, MRP, shop floor execution, and capacity planning.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.