SAP PTM Lead

Our client is seeking an experienced SAP PTM Lead to join their SAP Center of Excellence (COE) within the Information Technology organization. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on the functional design and solution architecture of the SAP S/4HANA PTM (Plan-to-Make) and ME (Manufacturing Execution) processes, supporting Parts Distribution and Vehicle Processing operations in a high-volume supply chain within the automotive industry.

This role requires cross-functional collaboration with Operations, IT teams, Application Managed Services (AMS), and other SAP functional leads to ensure seamless implementation and support of SAP best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead solution design for SAP PTM / PP and ME functionalities, ensuring alignment with business goals and SAP standards.
• Collaborate with PDC and VPC operations to gather, analyze, and translate business requirements into SAP solutions.
• Design and implement integrated SAP S/4HANA solutions for complex technical and operational needs.
• Provide hands-on configuration and functional leadership for SAP ME and PP modules.
• Act as the primary functional expert for PTM, responsible for WRICEF documentation and solution delivery.
• Support post-implementation processes, issue resolution, and enhancements.
• Collaborate with development, architecture, BASIS, and security teams to deliver high-quality, compliant solutions.
• Ensure strong documentation, testing, and compliance standards are met.
• Drive standardization by promoting SAP out-of-the-box functionality.
• Participate in organizational change management and end-user support/training efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience in SAP PTM / PP / ME modules.
• Minimum of 2 full-cycle SAP implementation projects in a lead role.
• Extensive hands-on configuration experience with SAP ME functional modules (Shop Order, Routing, POD, ERP interfaces, ME reporting, barcode and PLC integration, etc.).
• Strong experience in SAP MII/MEINT, including functional spec writing, unit/integration testing.
• Familiarity with SD, PTP, and FI integration points.
• Deep understanding of SAP releases, OSS notes, and patching.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver results in complex environments.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with SAP S/4HANA implementations.
• SAP Certifications.
• Knowledge of internal workings of SAP MII (Business Logic Services, Query & Display Templates).
• Automotive or high-volume distribution industry experience.