Senior Manager- SAP Planning & Production

Overview

Remote
$140,000 - $160,000
Full Time

Skills

SAP PP
MM
APO
Hana
manufacturing

Job Details

Continuous focus on SAP PP module with strong configuration experience Minimum 10 years

  1. Minimum 5 years current experience with S/4 HANA and APO in manufacturing environment
  2. Management level experience
  3. Team leadership in large scale implementations

Senior Manager SAP Planning & Production

  • Education: Bachelor s degree in technical field
  • Relevant Experience: Candidates should have solid experience with SAP planning and production modules, particularly SAP S/4HANA and APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization), ideally within a manufacturing or supply chain environment.
  • Technical Skills: A deep understanding of SAP configuration is key, along with experience leading teams through large-scale implementations or optimization projects. Familiarity with related modules such as PP and MM is a plus.
  • Leadership Experience: We re looking for individuals who have led teams and driven cross-functional initiatives. Strong leadership, team development, and project oversight are essential.
  • Certifications (Nice to have): SAP Certified Application Associate (focused on Production Planning) or other relevant certifications in supply chain or project management are advantageous.
  • Analytical Skills: Candidates should demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities and a history of process improvement, cost reduction, or efficiency gains.
  • Business Acumen: Understanding broader business operations and the strategic role of planning and production is important. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation is a plus.
  • Project Management Experience: Prior involvement in SAP implementations, upgrades, or rollouts is critical. Familiarity with Agile or Waterfall methodologies is beneficial.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication is necessary, especially when working with stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Change Management: Experience leading change initiatives and managing resistance when adapting SAP solutions to business needs is highly valued.
  • Achievements and Metrics: We re looking for quantifiable accomplishments whether it s percentage improvements in efficiency, cost savings, or successful project outcomes

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