SAP Functional Consultant – Production, Sopra Steria

Sopra Steria

Location:
United States, Kinston

Category:
Consulting

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior SAP Functional Expert – Production (PP) to lead, optimize, and expand our SAP Production Planning capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of discrete and process manufacturing processes, strong SAP PP configuration expertise, and a proven track record of driving end-to-end SAP project lifecycles and production transformations.

Job Responsibility:

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

Requirements:

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

What we offer:

Competitive Compensation
Attractive salary
Annual performance bonus
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
Recognized as a “Great Place to Work”

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
November 04, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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