Sopra Steria · 2 months ago
SAP Functional Consultant – Production
Kinston, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expSopra Steria is a European leader in consulting, digital services, and software development. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior SAP Functional Consultant to lead and optimize SAP Production Planning capabilities, collaborating with business process owners and driving global SAP rollouts and improvements.
Information ServicesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Lead the design, configuration, testing, and implementation of SAP Production Planning (PP) and related modules (PP-PI, QM, and integration with MM, SD, and PM)
Collaborate with business process owners to gather complex requirements and translate them into scalable SAP solutions
Drive global and regional SAP rollouts, upgrades, enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives in the production domain
Create detailed functional specifications for custom developments (RICEFW) and collaborate closely with ABAP, Basis, and Integration teams
Define and optimize end-to-end manufacturing processes such as Material Requirement Planning (MRP), Shop Floor Execution, Capacity Planning, and Production Orders
Ensure proper integration with adjacent SAP modules and external manufacturing execution systems (MES)
Provide expert guidance, leadership, and mentoring to junior SAP functional analysts and cross-functional project teams
Lead incident, change, and project management activities, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outputs
Maintain detailed documentation including process flows, configuration guides, functional designs, and training materials
Stay updated on SAP S/4HANA innovations and assess opportunities for system optimization and digital manufacturing transformation
Contribute during presales process and business growth
Qualification
Required
10+ years of strong hands-on experience in SAP PP module with full-cycle implementation and support project exposure
Experience in SAP S/4HANA is mandatory
Deep understanding of manufacturing processes: discrete, repetitive, and process industries
Proven expertise in configuring key PP functionalities: MRP, production orders, routings, BOMs, capacity planning, batch management, shop floor control
Strong integration knowledge with MM (materials management), SD (sales and distribution), QM (quality management), and PM (plant maintenance)
Solid experience preparing and validating functional specifications for enhancements and interfaces
Excellent problem-solving, analytical thinking, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a multicultural, cross-functional team
Experience working with SAP MES integration (e.g., SAP ME, SAP MII) or third-party MES systems
Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision coverage
Life and long-term disability insurance
Optional add-ons: Accidental, Telemedicine, and Critical Illness coverage
3 weeks of vacation
Sick leave and personal days
Monthly transportation allowance
Hybrid work environment
All the equipment you need to succeed
World-class training and development
Clear paths for career advancement
A caring, collaborative, and inclusive culture
Company
Sopra Steria
Sopra Steria Group SA is an information technology consultancy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1999-04-01IPO
Leadership Team
John Neilson
Chief Executive UK and Asia
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