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)