SAP PP/DS Lead

Title: SAP PP/DS Lead

Location: Park Ridge, NJ ,hybrid ,

Duration: 6+ month

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Introduction:

Join our innovative SAP Center of Excellence (COE) as an SAP PP/DS Lead to drive the ongoing support and enhancement of our Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling solutions. This role is instrumental in optimizing and extending the capabilities of SAP PP/DS post-hypercare to align with our strategic operational goals. The successful candidate will possess a robust understanding of manufacturing operations and extensive experience in SAP PP/DS.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Strategy:

• Lead the development and implementation of SAP PP/DS initiatives to support manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align SAP PP/DS strategies with business objectives and integrate solutions seamlessly with other business processes.

• Continuous Improvement:

• Evaluate and enhance PP/DS configurations and customizations to improve system performance and user satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvements by staying updated on SAP advancements and leveraging new functionalities within the PP/DS landscape.

• Operational Support:

• Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for SAP PP/DS issues impacting production planning and execution.
• Ensure system stability and data integrity across the SAP landscape post-hypercare.

• Training and Documentation:

• Develop comprehensive user training and documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and system proficiency among end-users.
• Lead workshops and training sessions to enhance user engagement and effective utilization of SAP PP/DS functionalities.

• Collaboration and Influence:

• Work closely with IT, business stakeholders, and external consultants to ensure cohesive project delivery and system integration.
• Act as a key advisor to senior management on production planning efficiencies and system enhancements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with SAP PP/DS, including extensive knowledge of integration points with other SAP modules.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain logistics.
• Demonstrated ability in leading SAP projects, particularly post-hypercare and in continuous improvement environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• SAP Certification in Production Planning and/or SAP PP/DS is highly desirable.