SAP PPDS Consultant at Lupus Consulting Zrt.

, , Brazil -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SAP PPDS, S/4HANA, Production Planning, Detailed Scheduling, CIF Integration, Heuristics, Capacity Leveling, Scheduling Strategies, Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Management, Agile, Scrum, SAP PP, SAP MM, SAP EWM, SAP IBP

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Description

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).

Responsibilities

The consultant will lead the implementation and support of SAP PPDS solutions in S/4HANA environments while collaborating with business and IT teams to gather requirements. They will also configure PPDS functionalities and optimize master data for effective production planning.