SAP PP/PPDS ConsultantAutomotive Manufacturing

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Full Time
50% Travel

Skills

Automotive Manufacturing
Capacity Management
Communication
Discrete Manufacturing
Documentation
Electronic Data Interchange
End-user Training
Make To Order
Manufacturing
Production Planning
SAP PP
SAP HANA
SAP PP/DS
Build To Stock
Spanish
Kanban
JIT
Forecasting
Collaboration

Job Details

We are seeking a seasoned SAP PP/PPDS consultant with deep expertise in automotive components manufacturing and production planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in discrete manufacturing, Kanban, and MTO/MTS processes, with hands-on experience configuring PPDS for forecast-based and JIT production. This role includes integration with EDI processes, coordination with Mexico-based plants, and support throughout the implementation lifecycle.

Job Title: SAP PP/PPDS Consultant Automotive Manufacturing
Location: Hybrid with ~50% travel (Tennessee, US ) Job Type: Contract
Industry: Automotive/Manufacturing
Duration: 9 Months

Key Responsibilities:

Lead SAP PP/PPDS configuration and enhancements for automotive components production planning

  • Implement and optimize Make-to-Order (MTO) and Make-to-Stock (MTS) workflows
  • Configure Kanban, sequencing, and Just-in-Time (JIT) processes
  • Integrate PPDS with EDI transactions (830/862) for demand and schedule processing
  • Align work centers, routings, and capacity planning across US and Mexico operations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-border teams for successful delivery
  • Drive end-user training, cutover planning, and provide post-go-live support in the US region
  • Ensure scalable, compliant, and efficient production planning processes

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum 10 years of SAP PP/PPDS experience
  • At least 4 full lifecycle implementations in manufacturing/automotive components environments
  • Strong expertise in discrete manufacturing, Kanban, sequencing, MTO/MTS
  • Experience with EDI integration for PPDS (especially 830/862)
  • Familiarity with plant operations and capacity planning in a multi-country setup
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Automotive industry experience highly preferred
  • Experience working with Mexico-based plants and teams
  • SAP S/4HANA experience a plus
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is an advantage

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