SAP PP-QM / PM Consultant

This is a remote position.

We are seeking an experienced SAP PP-QM / PM Consultant with 5–7 years of hands-on expertise across SAP Production Planning, Quality Management, and Plant Maintenance, with proven experience in S/4HANA migration and implementation projects. The ideal candidate will configure and support manufacturing, quality, and maintenance processes, drive end-to-end implementation cycles, and ensure a smooth transition from SAP ECC to S/4HANA. In addition, the candidate will provide SAP AMS (Application Management Services) support, handling Incidents, Service Requests, and Change Requests within defined SLAs. The role demands strong functional knowledge, close collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the ability to translate business requirements into effective SAP solutions.

•    Lead and support end-to-end S/4HANA implementation and migration projects (Greenfield, Brownfield, and selective data transition approaches) for the PP, QM, and PM modules.

•    Gather, analyze, and document business requirements and translate them into functional specifications and SAP configurations.

•    Configure and customize PP processes — Demand Management, MRP / MRP Live, BOM, Routings, Work Centers, Production/Process Orders, and Capacity Planning (Discrete, Process & Repetitive Manufacturing).

•    Configure QM processes — Quality Planning, Inspection Lots, Results Recording, Usage Decisions, Quality Notifications, Certificates, and Batch Management across procurement, production, and sales.

•    Configure PM / EAM processes — Technical Objects (Functional Locations & Equipment), Preventive & Breakdown Maintenance, Maintenance Orders/Notifications, Task Lists, and Maintenance Planning.

•    Drive integration of PP-QM-PM with MM, SD, CO, and WM/EWM modules to ensure seamless cross-module data flow.

•    Work with S/4HANA innovations such as the Business Partner concept, MRP Live, aATP, and Fiori apps for manufacturing and maintenance.

•    Perform system configuration, unit testing, integration testing, and support UAT (User Acceptance Testing).

•    Execute data migration activities, validation, and reconciliation during the S/4HANA conversion.

•    Prepare functional design documents, configuration documents, test scripts, and end-user training material.

•    Provide cutover support, hypercare, and post-go-live production support, resolving incidents and change requests.

•    Collaborate with business stakeholders, ABAP developers, and technical teams to deliver custom developments (RICEFW).

•    Provide SAP AMS (Application Management Services) support by managing Incidents, Service Requests (SR), and Change Requests (CR) within agreed SLA timelines.

•    Perform root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and permanent problem resolution for PP-QM-PM related production issues.

•    Handle ticket prioritization, categorization, and escalation in line with ITIL-based incident, problem, and change management processes.

•    5–7 years of relevant hands-on experience as an SAP PP-QM / PM functional consultant.

•    Minimum of 1–2 full lifecycle S/4HANA implementation or migration projects.

•    Strong configuration expertise across PP (Discrete/Process/Repetitive), QM, and PM/EAM.

•    Good understanding of manufacturing, quality inspection, and maintenance processes and master data.

•    Knowledge of S/4HANA innovations — Business Partner, MRP Live, aATP, and relevant Fiori apps.

•    Solid understanding of PP-QM-PM integration with MM, SD, and CO.

•    Experience with SAP Activate methodology and Agile/Waterfall delivery models.

•    Proven experience in SAP AMS / Support projects delivering SLA-based support for Incidents, Service Requests, and Change Requests.

•    Working knowledge of ITIL processes and ticketing tools such as ServiceNow / SAP Solution Manager / Remedy / JIRA.

•    Hands-on experience in requirement gathering, gap analysis, blueprinting, and Fit-to-Standard workshops.

•    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

•    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Sciences, or a related field.

•    SAP PP / QM / PM (EAM) / S/4HANA Manufacturing certification.

•    Exposure to Batch Management, Variant Configuration (LO-VC), or Serial Number management.

•    Knowledge of PP/DS, DDMRP, or advanced planning.

•    Experience with Mobile Asset Management, GIS, or IoT/Predictive Maintenance.

•    Knowledge of WM / EWM and logistics integration.

•    Understanding of ABAP debugging to coordinate with technical teams.

•    Prior experience in a global rollout or multi-plant template project.

•    Client-facing consulting and stakeholder management.

•    Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

•    Strong documentation and presentation skills.