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SAP PP/QM (Manufacturing) Solution Architect / Director

NTT America, Inc., WorkFromHome, TX, United States

SAP PP/QM (Manufacturing) Solution Architect / Director

SAP S/4HANA Transformation – Production Planning / Quality Management Lead

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA PP / QM Lead to lead Production Planning (PP) and Quality Management (QM) workstreams in large‑scale SAP S/4HANA transformation projects. The role is responsible for end‑to‑end ownership of manufacturing and quality solution design, delivery governance, and successful adoption of SAP S/4HANA best practices. The PP / QM Lead will work closely with business stakeholders, solution architects, and cross‑functional SAP teams to drive transformation across Plan‑to‑Produce and Quality‑to‑Release processes.

Key Responsibilities

S/4HANA PP / QM Workstream Leadership

  • Lead PP and QM workstreams in SAP S/4HANA transformation programs (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Selective Data Transition).
  • Own end‑to‑end delivery of Plan‑to‑Produce, Production Execution, and Quality processes.
  • Act as the primary escalation point for PP / QM‑related topics.

Solution Design & Delivery

  • Drive solution design and hands‑on configuration for:
  • SAP PP: Demand Management, MRP, BOMs, Routings, Work Centers, Capacity Planning, Production Orders
  • SAP QM: Inspection Planning, Inspection Types, Results Recording, Usage Decisions, Quality Notifications
  • Ensure adoption of S/4HANA manufacturing and quality simplifications and innovations.
  • Guide decisions on Discrete vs Process Manufacturing scenarios.

S/4HANA Transformation Activities

  • Lead Fit‑to‑Standard (F2S) workshops and business process harmonization.
  • Assess and manage custom code (RICEFW) impacts for PP / QM in S/4HANA.
  • Lead manufacturing and quality master data conversion and validation activities.

Integration & Cross‑Module Coordination

  • Coordinate closely with MM, WM/EWM, SD, PM, and FI/CO teams.
  • Ensure seamless integration across Procure‑to‑Produce and Make‑to‑Deliver processes.
  • Collaborate with technical teams (ABAP, CPI, interfaces) on enhancements and integrations.

Testing, Cutover & Go‑Live

  • Lead unit testing, SIT, UAT, and defect resolution for PP / QM.
  • Own cutover planning for production orders, batches, and inspection lots.
  • Provide go‑live and hypercare support, ensuring manufacturing stability.

Governance & Team Leadership

  • Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology, project standards, and documentation.
  • Review and approve functional designs, configurations, and test artifacts.
  • Mentor PP / QM consultants and support knowledge transfer.

Required Skills & Experience

SAP PP / QM Expertise

  • 10–12+ years of SAP experience with strong hands‑on expertise in:
  • SAP PP (Discrete and/or Process Manufacturing)
  • SAP QM
  • At least 2–3 full‑cycle SAP S/4HANA transformation projects in a Lead role.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing and quality management processes.

S/4HANA & Manufacturing Knowledge

  • Experience with S/4HANA MRP and production execution simplifications.
  • QM integration with MM and PP.
  • Batch Management, Serial Numbers, and Inspection Lot Processing.
  • Exposure to Advanced Planning (PP/DS, IBP) is an advantage.

Leadership & Delivery Skills

  • Proven experience leading PP / QM delivery in large SAP programs.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Experience working in global onshore–offshore delivery models.

Preferred Qualifications

  • SAP S/4HANA certification in PP or QM.
  • Experience with SAP Activate methodology.
  • Industry experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, or Consumer Goods.
  • Exposure to EWM, PM, or Advanced ATP is a plus.

Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
  • Ability to translate business requirements into scalable SAP solutions.
  • Mentoring and coaching mindset.
  • Excellent documentation and presentation skills.

Location & Work Model

  • Location: As per project requirements.
  • Work Model: Hybrid / Onsite / Offshore (project dependent).

Minimum / Required Qualification

  • 15+ years of SAP PP/QM (Manufacturing) experience.
  • 10+ years of PP/QM (Manufacturing) Solutioning / Architecture experience.
  • 5+ years of S/4 HANA experience.

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