SAP PP/DS Analyst

SAP PP/DS Analyst

Location: 100% Remote

Duration: 6+ Months

100% remote but onsite would be expected for some of the time (Training, Testing, Go-live) Travel required (expenses paid)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven SAP PP/DS Analyst for APO PP/DS rollouts in US and Mexico. The ideal candidate will have minimum 5 years of experience with SAP APO Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) module, and/or 5 years of experience with S/4 HANA Embedded PP/DS. Candidate will work closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements, design solutions, and optimize production planning and scheduling processes. Willingness to travel: approximately 50%.

Key Responsibilities:

Configuration & Implementation:

• Configure and implement SAP APO PP/DS and S/4 Embedded PP/DS modules to support production planning and finite scheduling needs.
• Customize and implement PP/DS to meet business-specific requirements and processes.

System Support & Troubleshooting:

• Provide ongoing support for the SAP PP/DS system, including troubleshooting issues, performing system tests, and addressing user inquiries.
• Work with functional and technical teams to resolve issues and perform system upgrades or patches.
• Participate in an ECC to S/4 Migration with focus on the embedded PP/DS functionality and processes.

• Business Process Mapping & Requirements Gathering:
• Collaborate with business users to gather, analyze, and document requirements for production planning and scheduling processes.
• Map business requirements to SAP solutions and advise on best practices.

Optimization & Continuous Improvement:

• Analyze current production planning processes and identify opportunities for optimization and improvements using SAP PP/DS.
• Implement enhancements to improve planning accuracy, reduce lead times, and increase overall efficiency.

User Training & Documentation:

• Develop and deliver training to business users on SAP PP/DS functionality.
• Create and maintain user documentation, training materials, and process guides.

Collaboration:

• Work with cross-functional teams including IT, production, logistics, and supply chain management to ensure the SAP system is aligned with business objectives.
• Participate in integration projects involving other SAP modules (MM, SD, PP) and third-party systems.

Key Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of [5] years of experience working with SAP APO PP/DS in a functional or analyst capacity. Or minimum 5 years of experience working with S/4 HANA Embedded PP/DS
• Proven experience with SAP PP/DS configuration, support, and optimization.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of SAP PP/DS functionalities and integration with other SAP modules (e.g., PP, MM, SD).
• Familiarity with SAP HANA, SAP S/4 HANA, and SAP Fiori is a plus.
• Proficiency in SAP GUI, as well as experience with data migration, system interfaces, and reporting tools (e.g., BW).

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP certification in APO or relevant SAP modules.
• Experience with global SAP implementations and/or rollouts.
• Knowledge of advanced planning and scheduling best practices in manufacturing or supply chain management.