SAP S4 HANA QM Lead

Job Title
SAP S/4HANA Transformation - Production Planning / Quality Management Lead
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA PP / QM Lead to lead Production Planning (PP) and Quality Management (QM) workstreams in large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation projects. The role is responsible for end-to-end ownership of manufacturing and quality solution design, delivery governance, and successful adoption of SAP S/4HANA best practices.
The PP / QM Lead will work closely with business stakeholders, solution architects, and cross-functional SAP teams to drive transformation across Plan-to-Produce and Quality-to-Release processes.
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Key Responsibilities
S/4HANA PP / QM Workstream Leadership
. Lead PP and QM workstreams in SAP S/4HANA transformation programs (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Selective Data Transition).
. Own end-to-end delivery of Plan-to-Produce, Production Execution, and Quality processes.
. Act as the primary escalation point for PP / QM-related topics.
Solution Design & Delivery
. Drive solution design and hands-on configuration for:
o SAP PP: Demand Management, MRP, BOMs, Routings, Work Centers, Capacity Planning, Production Orders
o SAP QM: Inspection Planning, Inspection Types, Results Recording, Usage Decisions, Quality Notifications
. Ensure adoption of S/4HANA manufacturing and quality simplifications and innovations.
. Guide decisions on Discrete vs Process Manufacturing scenarios.
S/4HANA Transformation Activities
. Lead Fit-to-Standard (F2S) workshops and business process harmonization.
. Assess and manage custom code (RICEFW) impacts for PP / QM in S/4HANA.
. Lead manufacturing and quality master data conversion and validation activities.
Integration & Cross-Module Coordination
. Coordinate closely with MM, WM/EWM, SD, PM, and FI/CO teams.
. Ensure seamless integration across Procure-to-Produce and Make-to-Deliver processes.
. Collaborate with technical teams (ABAP, CPI, interfaces) on enhancements and integrations.
Testing, Cutover & Go-Live
. Lead unit testing, SIT, UAT, and defect resolution for PP / QM.
. Own cutover planning for production orders, batches, and inspection lots.
. Provide go-live and hypercare support, ensuring manufacturing stability.
Governance & Team Leadership
. Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology, project standards, and documentation.
. Review and approve functional designs, configurations, and test artifacts.
. Mentor PP / QM consultants and support knowledge transfer.
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Required Skills & Experience
SAP PP / QM Expertise
. 10-12+ years of SAP experience with strong hands-on expertise in:
o SAP PP (Discrete and/or Process Manufacturing)
o SAP QM
. At least 2-3 full-cycle SAP S/4HANA transformation projects in a Lead role.
. Strong understanding of manufacturing and quality management processes.
S/4HANA & Manufacturing Knowledge
. Experience with:
o S/4HANA MRP and production execution simplifications
o QM integration with MM and PP
o Batch Management, Serial Numbers, and Inspection Lot Processing
. Exposure to Advanced Planning (PP/DS, IBP) is an advantage.
. Knowledge on LeanIX, Signavio for process flow preparation and discussion with business team, is an added advantage.
Leadership & Delivery Skills
. Proven experience leading PP / QM delivery in large SAP programs.
. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
. Experience working in global onshore-offshore delivery models.
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Preferred Qualifications
. SAP S/4HANA certification in PP or QM
. Experience with SAP Activate methodology
. Industry experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, or Consumer Goods
. Exposure to EWM, PM, or Advanced ATP is a plus
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Soft Skills
. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
. Ability to translate business requirements into scalable SAP solutions
. Mentoring and coaching mindset
. Excellent documentation and presentation skills
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Location & Work Model
. Location: As per project requirements
. Work Model: Hybrid / Onsite / Offshore (project dependent)