Overview: Position Details

Job Title: SAP PP & QM Consultant

Sub-Function: SAP – Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Location: India (Chennai - Egmore)

Experience Level: 5+ Years

Role Purpose To design, implement, and support SAP Production Planning (PP) solutions across Saint-Gobain business entities. The role requires managing parallel project implementations and application support (AMS) while ensuring stable operations, process standardization, and continuous improvement in manufacturing planning processes.

Responsibilities: Key Accountabilities

- SAP PP Functional Delivery

Configure and support SAP PP processes including:

Demand Management

MRP (Material Requirements Planning)

Production / Process Orders

Capacity Planning

Shop Floor Control

Ensure alignment with standards.

Drive harmonization and optimization of manufacturing processes across business units.

2.

Project

Execution & Rollouts

Participate in end-to-end SAP implementations, rollouts, and enhancements.

Deliver functional specifications (FS), support technical design, and validate developments.

Ensure timely delivery of project milestones with quality compliance.

Work across multiple business entities and geographies.

3.

Application

Support (AMS)

Provide L2/L3 support with adherence to SLAs and KPIs.

Handle incidents, service requests, and problem management.

Ensure resolution within defined timelines and minimal business disruption.

Manage workload effectively across parallel projects and support streams.

- Technical & Debugging Capability

Utilize ABAP knowledge to

Debug SAP programs and identify root causes

Analyze enhancements (user exits, BAdIs, reports)

Work collaboratively with ABAP teams for custom development and performance improvements.





- Integration & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Ensure seamless integration between

PP and MM (Material Management)

PP and SD (Sales & Distribution)

Collaborate with business, IT teams, and external partners.

6.

Continuous

Improvement

Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.

Ensure data accuracy in BOM, Routing, Work Centers, and master data.

Support digital transformation initiatives within manufacturing.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

SLA adherence (Incident resolution time, ticket closure rate)

Project delivery within timeline and budget

System uptime and stability

User satisfaction (Business feedback)

Number of process improvements / enhancements delivered

Reduction in recurring incidents

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Strong expertise in SAP PP configuration and processes

Understanding of end-to-end manufacturing lifecycle

Knowledge of integration with MM & SD

Technical Competencies

ABAP debugging skills

Understanding of enhancements (User Exits, BAdIs, Interfaces)

Exposure to S/4HANA environment (preferred)

Behavioral Competencies

Robust analytical and logical thinking

Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines

Effective stakeholder communication

Proactive and solution-oriented mindset Additional Requirements

Willingness to support global business hours (if required)

Flexibility to work in a multi-entity, matrix organization

Strong documentation and knowledge management practices Experience Requirements

Minimum 5+ years in SAP PP

Experience in manufacturing industry environments

Proven track record of handling parallel projects and support engagements

Exposure to multi-entity / global operations is highly desirable

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