Role Summary
Lead the transformation of SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP / PPDS) capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead SAP PP / PPDS workstream across Plan-to-Fulfill (P2F) processes
Define end-to-end planning-to-execution integration across SAP, MES, and PLM
Lead S/4HANA implementation lifecycle (design, build, test, cutover, hypercare)
Optimize planning through MRP, heuristics, and scheduling strategies
Align solutions with semiconductor constraints (multi-stage BOMs, long lead times)
Manage cross-functional teams across planning, manufacturing, and IT
Must-Have Skills
Functional & Technical
Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA PP / PPDS (configuration and solution design)
Hands on experience in Variant Configuration
Deep knowledge of:
o MRP, production planning, and detailed scheduling
o BOM, routings, production versions, capacity planning
Experience integrating SAP with:
o MM, SD, QM modules
o MES and PLM systems
Program & Delivery
Proven experience leading end-to-end S/4HANA transformation programs
Strong experience in UAT, cutover, and hypercare execution
Ability to design end-to-end planning processes (Plan-to-Fulfill)
Industry
Experience in semiconductor / high-tech manufacturing environments
Understanding of:
o Multi-stage manufacturing flows
o Long lead-time supply chains
Leadership
Strong stakeholder management across business and IT
Experience leading global delivery (onshore/offshore teams)
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience with advanced planning tools (SAP IBP, APO)
Exposure to S&OP / IBP processes and control tower solutions
Knowledge of:
o SAP BTP / Integration Suite / middleware (Talend, APIs)
o Data integration and governance frameworks
Experience with:
o NPI (New Product Introduction) and engineering-driven supply chains
o AI/analytics-driven planning or predictive supply chain capabilities
Familiarity with semiconductor-specific tools/processes:
o Fab-to-assembly planning
Engineering change integration (PLM ? ERP)
