IN_Senior Manager_SAP PP/QM_SAP_Advisory_Mumbai

At PwC , our people in business application consulting specialize in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimize operational efficiency. These individuals analyses client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilization of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives. As a SAP consulting generalist at PwC , you will focus on providing consulting services across various SAP applications to clients, analyzing their needs, implementing software solutions, and offering training and support for effective utilization of SAP applications. Your versatile knowledge will allow you to assist clients in optimizing operational efficiency and achieving their strategic objectives. Job Description & Summary The SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Solution Lead – PP/QM will be responsible for leading the Production Planning and Quality Management workstream for SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition projects . The role involves driving Fit-to-Standard workshops, designing SAP-aligned Plan-to-Produce and quality solutions, configuring PP/QM processes, supporting testing and migration, managing integrations, and ensuring successful delivery of manufacturing and quality processes. The ideal candidate should have strong SAP PP/QM expertise, hands-on S/4HANA Public Cloud experience, and excellent stakeholder management skills. * Job Position Level - Senior Manager | Skill - SAP PP/QM Public Cloud | Competency - SAP | LOS - Advisory | Location - PAN India *Responsibilities: Solution Architecture & Design Architect end-to-end Production Planning and Quality Management solutions in SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition. Lead Fit-to-Standard workshops and process discovery sessions. Design scalable and compliant manufacturing solutions aligned with SAP Best Practices. Drive cloud transformation initiatives while adhering to Clean Core principles. Create solution blueprints, architecture documents, and deployment roadmaps. SAP Public Cloud Enablement Advocate SAP Best Practices and Fit-to-Standard methodology. Design solutions utilizing standard public cloud capabilities. Minimize custom developments through process harmonization. Advise business stakeholders on cloud transformation opportunities. Support quarterly release assessments and innovation adoption. Governance & Delivery Lead design authority and architecture review boards. Ensure solution compliance with organizational standards. Review functional specifications and configuration designs. Support SIT, UAT, cutover, and hypercare activities. Manage solution risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans. Stakeholder Management Engage business leaders, plant managers, production teams, and quality leaders. Translate business requirements into SAP-enabled solutions. Conduct executive presentations and solution walkthroughs. Drive user adoption and change management initiatives. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Evaluate SAP manufacturing and quality innovations. Recommend process improvements using SAP Public Cloud capabilities. Support digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Participate in presales, demos, and solution estimations . *Mandatory Skill Sets: SAP PP/QM, S4HANA Public Cloud, E2E implementation *Person Specification: Highly confident with providing support to support users Strong attention to detail and keen to desire deliver the highest quality solutions to customers. Solves complex problems with creative solutions / proposals Self-Starter with ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities *Required Skills and Qualifications: Preferred Skill Sets: · SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition certification. · Experience with SAP Activate methodology. · Knowledge of SAP Cloud ALM for project tracking, test management, requirements, and deployment activities. · Experience with SAP Manufacturing, Production Planning, and Quality Management scope items in Public Cloud. · Knowledge of advanced manufacturing scenarios such as make-to-order, engineer-to-order, batch-managed production, serial-managed production, subcontracting, and external processing. · Experience with MRP Live, production scheduling, capacity evaluation, and planning strategies. · Knowledge of quality inspection processes for procurement, production, delivery, and stock transfers. · Experience with quality notifications, defect management, corrective actions, and quality certificates. · Knowledge of batch management, shelf-life expiration, classification, and traceability. · Experience with integration tools such as SAP Integration Suite/CPI, APIs, IDocs, SOAP/OData services, and event-based integrations. · Exposure to MES, LIMS, barcode/RF, shop floor automation, or IoT integrations is beneficial. · Experience in global template design, rollout, or multi-country implementation projects. · Exposure to SAP Signavio or process modelling tools is a plus. Educational Qualifications: · Bachelor’s or master’s degree in supply chain management, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. · MBA, manufacturing certification, quality certification, supply chain certification, or SAP certification is preferred. · Typically, 8+ years of SAP PP/QM experience, including at least 1–2 SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementation projects. · Prior experience as a Solution Lead, Functional Lead, Workstream Lead, or Senior PP/QM Consultant is highly desirable. Years of Experience Required: 11-15 years of experience