SAP S4 HANA QM Lead

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Job Title SAP S/4HANA Transformation – Production Planning / Quality Management Lead Job Summary We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA PP / QM Lead to lead Production Planning (PP) and Quality Management (QM) workstreams in large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation projects. The role is responsible for end-to-end ownership of manufacturing and quality solution design, delivery governance, and successful adoption of SAP S/4HANA best practices. The PP / QM Lead will work closely with business stakeholders, solution architects, and cross-functional SAP teams to drive transformation across Plan-to-Produce and Quality-to-Release processes. \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ Key Responsibilities S/4HANA PP / QM Workstream Leadership • Lead PP and QM workstreams in SAP S/4HANA transformation programs (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Selective Data Transition). • Own end-to-end delivery of Plan-to-Produce, Production Execution, and Quality processes. • Act as the primary escalation point for PP / QM-related topics. Solution Design & Delivery • Drive solution design and hands-on configuration for: • SAP PP: Demand Management, MRP, BOMs, Routings, Work Centers, Capacity Planning, Production Orders • SAP QM: Inspection Planning, Inspection Types, Results Recording, Usage Decisions, Quality Notifications • Ensure adoption of S/4HANA manufacturing and quality simplifications and innovations. • Guide decisions on Discrete vs Process Manufacturing scenarios. S/4HANA Transformation Activities • Lead Fit-to-Standard (F2S) workshops and business process harmonization. • Assess and manage custom code (RICEFW) impacts for PP / QM in S/4HANA. • Lead manufacturing and quality master data conversion and validation activities. Integration & Cross-Module Coordination • Coordinate closely with MM, WM/EWM, SD, PM, and FI/CO teams. • Ensure seamless integration across Procure-to-Produce and Make-to-Deliver processes. • Collaborate with technical teams (ABAP, CPI, interfaces) on enhancements and integrations. Testing, Cutover & Go-Live • Lead unit testing, SIT, UAT, and defect resolution for PP / QM. • Own cutover planning for production orders, batches, and inspection lots. • Provide go-live and hypercare support, ensuring manufacturing stability. Governance & Team Leadership • Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology, project standards, and documentation. • Review and approve functional designs, configurations, and test artifacts. • Mentor PP / QM consultants and support knowledge transfer. \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ Required Skills & Experience SAP PP / QM Expertise • 10–12+ years of SAP experience with strong hands-on expertise in: • SAP PP (Discrete and/or Process Manufacturing) • SAP QM • At least 2–3 full-cycle SAP S/4HANA transformation projects in a Lead role. • Strong understanding of manufacturing and quality management processes. S/4HANA & Manufacturing Knowledge • Experience with: • S/4HANA MRP and production execution simplifications • QM integration with MM and PP • Batch Management, Serial Numbers, and Inspection Lot Processing • Exposure to Advanced Planning (PP/DS, IBP) is an advantage. • Knowledge on LeanIX, Signavio for process flow preparation and discussion with business team, is an added advantage. Leadership & Delivery Skills • Proven experience leading PP / QM delivery in large SAP programs. • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. • Experience working in global onshore–offshore delivery models. \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ Preferred Qualifications • SAP S/4HANA certification in PP or QM • Experience with SAP Activate methodology • Industry experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, or Consumer Goods • Exposure to EWM, PM, or Advanced ATP is a plus \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ Soft Skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities • Ability to translate business requirements into scalable SAP solutions • Mentoring and coaching mindset • Excellent documentation and presentation skills \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ Location & Work Model • Location: As per project requirements • Work Model: Hybrid / Onsite / Offshore (project dependent)