SAP PP & Variant Configuration
- Appian Infotech Inc.
1 Hours Ago
NA
C2C
Remote
10-16 Years
Required Skills: S/4HANA , PPDS, PP/VC
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
1. Solution Design & Architecture
·Lead end-to-end solution design for SAP PP and Variant Configuration (LO-VC / AVC)
·Translate business requirements into scalable SAP solutions aligned to S/4HANA best practices
·Drive fit-gap analysis, business process mapping, and design sign-off
2. Implementation & Delivery Leadership
·Lead S/4HANA implementations, rollouts, and conversions
·Act as functional lead / solution architect for PP + VC streams
·Manage delivery across global and multi-site manufacturing environments
·Ensure integration with QM, SD, MM, IBP / PPDS / MES systems
3. Variant Configuration Expertise
·Design and implement:
·Configurable materials (KMATs)
·Characteristics, classes, dependencies
·Pricing and BOM/Routing determination via VC
·Exposure to Advanced Variant Configuration (AVC) preferred
4. Stakeholder Management
·Engage with business stakeholders, process owners, and IT leadership
·Drive workshops, solution alignment, and governance reviews
·Act as a trusted advisor for manufacturing transformation
5. Team Leadership
·Lead and mentor functional consultants (onshore/offshore)
·Drive competency development for PP/VC capability
·Own delivery quality, timelines, and outcomes
Required Skills & Experience:
Functional Expertise
·10–15+ years in SAP with strong focus on PP and VC
·Proven experience in: Discrete and/or process manufacturing industries, Complex configurable products and make-to-order scenarios
·Deep understanding of: MRP, Production Orders, Demand Management, BOM, Routing, Work Centers, Integration with SD/MM/QM
S/4HANA Experience
·Hands-on experience in: S/4HANA implementations / conversions / rollouts, Fiori-based processes and simplification impacts
·Knowledge of PPDS integration / embedded PPDS (good to have
