Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced SAP Production Planning (PP) Consultant with strong domain expertise in the pharmaceutical / life sciences industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting SAP PP solutions aligned with GMP, regulatory compliance, and batch manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
? Design, configure, and support SAP PP (Production Planning) solutions in S/4HANA or ECC environments
? Work closely with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into functional specifications
? Configure and support: Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Bill of Materials (BOM) , Routing and Work Centers , Production Orders / Process Orders
? Support batch manufacturing and process industry scenarios (PP-PI preferred)
? Integrate SAP PP with other modules: MM (Materials Management), QM (Quality Management)
? SD (Sales & Distribution) , EWM / WM
? Ensure compliance with pharma regulations such as: GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices),FDA 21 CFR Part 11 , Validation and audit requirements
? Participate in CSV (Computer System Validation) activities: IQ/OQ/PQ documentation , Test script creation and execution
? Support batch management, serialization, and traceability requirements
? Troubleshoot production planning and execution issues
? Provide end-user training and documentation
? Support cutover, data migration, and go-live activities
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, IT, or related field
15+ years of SAP PP experience (S/4HANA preferred)
Strong experience in pharmaceutical / life sciences manufacturing Hands-on experience in: Process orders , Batch management
Knowledge of regulated environments and compliance requirements
Familiarity with MES systems integration
Experience with SAP PP-PI (Process Industries)
Knowledge of: SAP QM integration (quality inspection, batch release)
Key Skills
Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work with cross-functional teams
Strong communication and stakeholder management
Experience in Agile / hybrid SAP project environments
Work Environment
Hybrid / Onsite (based on project needs)
Ability to support global teams across time zones