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The SAP Subject Matter Expert – Manufacturing (SME) will serve as the internal expert for manufacturing execution and shopfloor processes enabled by SAP and integrated systems (MES Bridge, SCADA, EWM, QM, PM, and scheduling systems). This role is responsible for maintaining the manufacturing process template, guiding and developing local SMEs and Power Users (PUs), and driving continuous improvement in production execution, quality, maintenance integration, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate combines strong SAP manufacturing expertise with hands-on shopfloor experience to ensure standardization and scalability across all sites.
Job Responsibility
Act as the internal expert and primary contact for SAP manufacturing processes, including production execution and integration with MES Bridge, SCADA, EWM, QM, PM, and scheduling systems
Maintain and continuously improve the manufacturing process template to ensure alignment with business requirements and best practices
Provide guidance, training, and coaching to local SMEs and Power Users (PUs) to strengthen process capabilities and system utilization
Propose and evaluate improvements to manufacturing processes and system integrations, focusing on automation, standardization, and operational efficiency
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Maintenance, and IT teams to ensure seamless end-to-end process integration
Support and monitor SAP Manufacturing Integration (MES Bridge), ensuring reliable data exchange across SAP and connected systems
Ensure proper integration and usage of SAP QM and PM within manufacturing processes
Support integration with manufacturing scheduling and specification systems to align planning, sequencing, and execution
Support troubleshooting and resolution of production-impacting issues (e.g., COGI, queues, integration failures), operating within the Control Tower framework and coordinating across SAP, MES, and infrastructure teams
Support testing, validation, deployment, documentation, and continuous improvement of SAP manufacturing processes and system performance
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Information Systems, or a related field
5 to 7 years total work experience, including 3 to 5 years of experience working with SAP Manufacturing (PP / PTP) in a manufacturing environment
Experience with SAP QM and PM integration is preferred
Experience with shopfloor system integration, including MES Bridge, SCADA, scheduling systems, and specification systems
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, material flows, and production processes
Experience maintaining or improving SAP process templates and documentation
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process optimization
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across functions and sites
Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Ability to travel regularly (up to ~40%) across EMEA, including extended site visits of up to 2 weeks out of 5 as required