SAP PP/QM (Manufacturing) Solution Architect / Director

SAP PP/QM (Manufacturing) Solution Architect / Director Date: Apr 9, 2026 Company: NTT DATA Services 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) and 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr NTT DATA, Inc.