SAP - Production Planning - PP - Discrete Manufacturing - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN

Location: Anywhere in Country

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Our objective is to provide clients with a unique business perspective on how to leverage SAP technology to improve their operations. This is rooted in EY’s SAP service line capabilities (Supply Chain, FICO, BPC, Data & Analytics, Customer, Tech/Arch and SuccessFactors) that are focused on helping clients improve performance and increase productivity.

The opportunity
We are looking for an innovative SAP professional to join our Technical Consulting team, specializing in SAP Manufacturing within the Core Supply Chain capability. In this role, you will collaborate with clients and internal teams, leveraging your expertise in SAP technology to drive improved outcomes and sustainable results.

In this role, you will interact with business stakeholders to evaluate business models, processes, and operations. You will gather, understand, and analyze business requirements, translating them into technical specifications. Additionally, you will analyze newly implemented technology solutions to ensure they meet business requirements and collaborate with technical teams to design and deliver system architecture solutions.

Your key responsibilities
As a Manager in Technology Analysis, you will play a pivotal role in managing and delivering complex technical initiatives. You will face challenges that require innovative problem-solving and analytical skills, providing you with opportunities to grow and learn in a dynamic environment. This role requires regular travel to meet client needs.

• Lead workstream delivery and ensure effective management of processes and solutions.
• Track deliverable completion and project status, ensuring alignment with performance objectives.
• Actively participate in client working sessions, leading workstreams from planning through execution and closure.

• Lead and design workshops in the manufacturing space, gathering requirements and recommending S/4 HANA best practices to implement tailored solutions in clients’ SAP environments.
• Manage a hybrid team of offshore and onshore team members, ensuring timely project delivery and adherence to implementation schedules.
• Exhibit strong functional expertise in SAP Manufacturing, complemented by robust business acumen.
• Oversee and deliver high-quality SAP projects or workstreams.

• Provide exceptional client service by tracking project milestones, managing risks, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders regarding progress and results.

• Cultivate and sustain relationships with key client personnel at all levels.

Skills and attributes for success
To thrive in this role, you will need a blend of technical and interpersonal skills. Your ability to build relationships and communicate effectively will be crucial in delivering exceptional client service.

On your typical engagement, you will collaborate with key stakeholders to assess their needs and provide insights on SAP capabilities in manufacturing and quality management. You will lead requirement gathering, solution design, blueprinting, testing, and documentation. Additionally, you will work closely with stakeholders and the technical team to translate requirements into effective business solutions, overseeing configurations, customizations, and integrations with both SAP and non-SAP systems.

• Strong analytical skills to develop solutions to complex problems.
• Proven ability to manage engagement economics and resource planning.
• Experience in leading teams and managing change effectively.
• Ability to identify opportunities for additional services and lead specific RFP responses.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree (4-year degree).
• Typically, no less than 4 - 6 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or discrete manufacturing environments.

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience with SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and/or SAP S/4 HANA, with deep functional expertise in Production Planning (PP).
• Strong expertise in SAP PP configuration, master data, and end‑to‑end process design, including Material Master, BOMs, Routings, Work Centers, and Production Versions.
• In‑depth knowledge of production planning and execution processes, including MRP Live, Predictive MRP, DDMRP, capacity planning, and production order scheduling.
• Experience supporting multiple production strategies, including Make‑to‑Stock (MTS), Make‑to‑Order (MTO), Assemble‑to‑Order (ATO), and Engineer‑to‑Order (ETO).
• Solid understanding of SAP PP integration with related modules such as Materials Management (MM), Quality Management (QM), and Extended Warehouse Management (EWM).
• Familiarity with PP‑EWM integration, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC) within SAP S/4HANA environments.
• Strong working knowledge of Variant Configuration and Advanced Variant Configuration in SAP S/4HANA.
• Experience integrating SAP with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools for master data creation, governance, and maintenance.
• A flexibility and willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 40-60%.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Prior consulting experience, including leading project teams and contributing to client delivery engagements.
• SAP certifications in SAP Manufacturing, Quality Management, or related production execution modules.
• Experience across extended manufacturing capabilities, such as Quality Management (QM), Environment Health & Safety (EHS), Intercompany processing, PP/DS, and advanced MRP scenarios.
• Experience with multiple full-cycle SAP S/4HANA implementations involving PP and/or QM.
• Exposure to emerging SAP S/4HANA manufacturing solutions, including Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC) and Product Engineering and Operations (PEO).
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage client relationships, including setting expectations and supporting long‑term engagement success.

What we look for
We seek individuals who are not only technically proficient but also possess the qualities of a leader. Top performers are proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement. They thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about delivering exceptional results for clients.

What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn  more .

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.  The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $142,600 to $261,500.  The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $171,200 to $297,200.  Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.  In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. 
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