Sobre

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced SAP PPDS Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in SAP Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PPDS/ePPDS), preferably in an S/4HANA environment. This role involves working closely with business stakeholders to design, configure, and implement advanced planning solutions that optimize manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and support of SAP PPDS solutions in S/4HANA environments.
• Collaborate with business and IT teams to gather requirements and provide the best SAP-based planning and scheduling solutions.
• Configure PPDS functionalities such as heuristic-based planning, optimizer-based planning, block planning, and capacity leveling.
• Optimize master data such as resource capacities, production versions, PDS (Production Data Structures), and PPMs (Production Process Models).
• Integrate PPDS with other SAP modules like PP, MM, SD, and EWM for seamless production planning.
• Provide expertise in Order-based and Time-continuous Scheduling, pegging strategies, and alert monitoring.
• Support CIF (Core Interface) integration between SAP ERP and PPDS.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, ensuring smooth business operations.
• Conduct user training and create documentation for system configurations and processes.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in SAP PPDS implementation and support.
• Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA PPDS, including DS Board, PPDS Optimizer, Planning Procedures, and Interactive Planning.
• Experience in CIF integration between SAP ECC/S4HANA and PPDS.
• Solid understanding of production planning processes, including Make-to-Order (MTO), Make-to-Stock (MTS), and Repetitive Manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in heuristics, capacity leveling, and scheduling strategies.
• Strong knowledge of SAP PP/MM and integration with EWM.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP PPDS certification.
• Experience with Industry-specific solutions such as Automotive, Consumer Goods, or Manufacturing.
• Knowledge of SAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning) and APO (Advanced Planning & Optimization).