Consultant - Logistics (ERP/SAP)

Detroit, United States | Posted on 09/18/2025 Automotive Logistics Consultant (ERP/SAP Expert) Position Type: Independent Consultant (1099 or LLC) Locations: Continental United States Travel Required: 85-100% Industry: Automotive Our consultants are industry experts, providing tactical operational wins to OEMs and T1 Suppliers via extensive industry knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, and a passion for making hands-on changes to warehouse and production floors rapidly. Configure, maintain, and support ERP/SAP planning and scheduling modules (PP, MM, APO, IBP, or equivalent). Develop and manage master production schedules (MPS) to align with customer demand, inventory targets, and capacity constraints. Ensure accurate Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and capacity planning to avoid shortages or overproduction. Collaborate with production, procurement, and supply chain teams to resolve scheduling conflicts and maintain continuity of supply. Analyze planning data to identify bottlenecks, risks, and opportunities for process improvement. Lead workshops and training sessions for client stakeholders on SAP/ERP planning functionalities and best practices. Support ERP data integrity, master data management, and transaction accuracy for planning/scheduling activities. Provide documentation, reporting, and knowledge transfer to ensure long-term client self-sufficiency. Requirements 8+ years of experience in Master Planning, Scheduling, and Materials Management within manufacturing environments. Hands-on ERP/SAP expertise in planning/scheduling modules (PP, MM, APO, IBP, or similar). Strong understanding of production planning principles (MPS, MRP, CRP, finite/infinite scheduling). Experience analyzing capacity, lead times, and demand forecasts to develop executable schedules. Proven ability to identify and implement process improvements within ERP/Planning workflows. Excellent communication and facilitation skills for engaging with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders. Experience with automotive, aerospace, or other high-volume discrete manufacturing industries. Knowledge of lean manufacturing, supply chain optimization, and continuous improvement tools. SAP certification or equivalent ERP system training. Intellectually stimulating engagements, driving P&L results for OEMs and T1s throughout the USA First project deployed in 2001 Over 1,000 Completed Projects 250+ Clients Ambe is a triple-certified W/MBE (woman and minority owned business) Diversity Supplier continuing to grow its ecosystem and extend their expertise globally. We bring the right resource for supplier development, high-impact project management, holistic cost savings, lean manufacturing and quality systems/problem solving solutions. Quality, Logistics & Production | Crisis Management / Critical Situations | Cost Reduction | HR Services #J-18808-Ljbffr AMBE Engineering LLC