SAP - Production Planning - Digital Manufacturing Cloud - Senior Manager-Consulting - Location OPEN

SAP - Production Planning - Digital Manufacturing Cloud - Senior Manager‑Consulting Location: Houston (also open to Anywhere in Country) The opportunity Our objective is to provide clients with a distinctive business perspective on leveraging SAP technology, particularly within the Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC), to enhance their operational efficiency. This role focuses on translating business requirements into technical specifications, collaborating with technical teams to design and deliver effective system architecture solutions. Key Responsibilities In this role you will manage and deliver complex processes and solutions while maintaining a strong focus on quality and risk management. Responsibilities include: Lead engagement delivery and manage client relationships daily, focusing on DMC‑related initiatives. Oversee program/project management, ensuring engagement economics are met while delivering DMC solutions. Develop resource plans and budgets for complex engagements, particularly those involving DMC. Lead large‑scale SAP client engagements or work streams with a focus on DMC, ensuring alignment with client objectives. Demonstrate in‑depth technical capabilities within DMC and maintain strong business acumen, staying updated on industry trends relevant to clients. Consistently deliver high‑quality client services by monitoring progress, managing risks, and keeping stakeholders informed of developments and expected outcomes. Build and maintain relationships with client personnel at all levels to foster collaboration and trust in EY SAP DMC initiatives. Effectively lead and motivate diverse teams, providing constructive feedback and coaching while fostering an innovative and inclusive work environment. Identify and generate new business opportunities by understanding EY’s service lines and proactively assessing ways to meet client needs in the DMC space. Skills and attributes for success On a typical engagement you will work with key stakeholders to understand their needs and advise on SAP DMC capabilities. You will initiate requirement gathering, architect solutions, blueprint testing, and complete the workflow and documentation, as well as the functional design of the DMC solution. Liaise with stakeholders and technical team to translate needs into business solutions. Strong technical skills in application functional design and technology business requirements definition specific to DMC. Proven ability to analyze and map technology cost‑benefit scenarios related to DMC implementations. Expertise in system configuration design and business architecture frameworks within the Digital Manufacturing Cloud space. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively. Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree; a Master’s degree is preferred. 5‑7 years of relevant experience. At least five years of experience in SAP Production Planning (PP) specifically within Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC). Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service, and technical writing skills. Proven experience managing SAP projects or work streams, including oversight of project‑based team members on shore and offshore. Proficient in supply chain best practices, particularly within the context of DMC, complemented by extensive benchmarking and advisory experience in supply‑chain‑specific technology functions. Ability to research client inquiries and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies. Flexibility and willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 40‑60%. Experience conducting technology cost‑benefit analyses. Familiarity with technology business architecture frameworks. Skills in training design and delivery. Preferred qualifications Prior consulting industry experience with DMC specialization. SAP certification(s). Experience as a workstream/team lead for manufacturing with SAP. Experience with at least two full lifecycle implementations of SAP ERP (ECC and/or S/4HANA) specifically working with the SAP Production Planning (PP) module implementing Digital Manufacturing Cloud. Experience with at least one full lifecycle implementation with SAP Material Requirement Planning (MRP). Experience integrating SAP PP with a Manufacturing Execution System (MES), SAP Quality Management (QM), SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud (DMC). Experience performing hands‑on SAP system configuring in PP. Experience designing custom RICEF solutions and writing functional specifications. Experience writing and executing test scripts. Experience writing and delivering training materials for end users. Knowledge of integration between SAP PP and: FICO for product costing and order settlement Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) for production supply and receiving PPDS Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, including ownership of Bills of Material (BOM) Master Data Management (MDM) tools/systems for manufacturing data Materials Management, for both Inventory Management and Procurement functions Digital Manufacturing Cloud, for both Discrete and Process Industries Knowledge of manufacturing operations, preferable in complex industrial equipment and assembly line operations. Knowledge of product lifecycle management, including Engineering and Manufacturing BOMs. Experience with both Make to Stock and Make/Engineer/Configure to Order business models. What we look for We seek individuals who are not only skilled in their technical domain but also possess leadership, collaboration, and innovation qualities. Top performers navigate complex challenges with agility and drive impactful results through strategic thinking and interpersonal skills. What we offer you Comprehensive compensation and benefits package with performance‑based rewards and recognition. Hybrid work model with most external client‑serving roles operating in person 40‑60% of the time. Flexible vacation policy and a range of paid leave options. Equal Employment Opportunity EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd