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Senior SAP PP Consultant (Variant Configuration Specialist)Position TitleSenior SAP PP Consultant - Variant Configuration (VC) ExpertExperience8+ years of SAP PP consulting experienceMinimum 3 full-cycle SAP implementation projects as SAP PP ConsultantProven expertise in SAP Variant Configuration (VC) is mandatoryExperience in manufacturing industries with complex product configurations and variable production outcomes preferredRole OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Senior SAP PP Consultant with deep expertise in SAP Production Planning (PP) and Variant Configuration (VC) to support and optimize end-to-end production planning and execution processes within a granite manufacturing environment.The consultant will play a key role in designing, implementing, and supporting production processes covering quarry block management, slab cutting, polishing, finishing, rework, and by-product handling. The ideal candidate must possess strong hands-on experience in batch-managed, loss-prone, and variable-yield manufacturing environments, with extensive integration knowledge across SAP PP, MM, CO, and SD modules.Key ResponsibilitiesSAP PP & Manufacturing Process DesignLead design, configuration, testing, and deployment of SAP PP solutions.Support end-to-end production planning and manufacturing execution processes.Configure and optimize:Material MasterBills of Material (BOM)RoutingsProduction VersionsWork CentersProduction OrdersProcess Orders (where applicable)Manage batch-managed production environments and traceability requirements.
Variant Configuration (Mandatory Expertise)Design and implement SAP Variant Configuration solutions for configurable products.Configure:CharacteristicsClassesDependenciesConfiguration ProfilesSuper BOMsSuper RoutingsConduct business workshops to gather configuration requirements.Troubleshoot and optimize complex VC scenarios.Demonstrate prior implementation experience in Variant Configuration during evaluation.Planning & MRPConfigure and support:Forecast-driven planningMake-to-Order (MTO) scenariosMRP ControllersPlanning StrategiesSafety Stock PlanningDemand ManagementCapacity PlanningAnalyze and improve planning effectiveness in variable-yield manufacturing environments.Support inventory optimization and production scheduling processes.Granite Manufacturing Process SupportEnable planning and execution for:Quarry block managementBlock-to-slab conversionCutting operationsPolishing and finishing processesRework processesScrap and by-product handlingManage production losses, yield variances, and material consumption tracking.Cross-Functional IntegrationWork closely with business and IT stakeholders to ensure seamless integration between:SAP PPSAP MMSAP COSAP SDSupport inventory valuation, production costing, procurement, and order fulfillment processes.Participate in integration testing, UAT, cutover, and go-live activities.Support & Continuous ImprovementProvide production support and issue resolution.Conduct root-cause analysis and recommend process improvements.Develop functional specifications and support development teams during enhancements.Mentor junior consultants and business users.Required Skills & QualificationsMandatoryMinimum 3 full-cycle SAP implementation projects in SAP PP.Strong expertise in SAP Variant Configuration (VC).Extensive hands-on SAP PP configuration experience.Strong understanding of:MRPDemand ManagementCapacity PlanningProduction ExecutionBatch ManagementMake-to-Order (MTO)Forecast-Based PlanningPlanning StrategiesSafety Stock PlanningExperience in variable-yield and loss-prone manufacturing environments.Strong integration knowledge of SAP PP with MM, CO, and SD.PreferredExperience in granite, stone processing, mining, building materials, metals, process manufacturing, or similar industries.Knowledge of production costing and profitability analysis.Experience with SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing solutions.Familiarity with quality management and warehouse processes. Key Evaluation Criteria Candidates must be able to demonstrate hands-on expertise in SAP Variant Configuration (VC) through previous project experience, solution design discussions, and configuration examples.
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