SAP S4 HANA PPDS Lead

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We are currently seeking a SAP S4 HANA PPDS Lead to join our team in Gurgaon, Haryna (IN-HR), India (IN).
Job Title
SAP S/4

HANA Transformation - PP/DS Module Lead

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4

HANA PP/DS Module Lead to lead the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) workstream in complex S/4

HANA transformation programs. This role is responsible for driving solution design, business process transformation, system integration, and successful delivery of advanced planning and scheduling capabilities embedded in SAP S/4

HANA.
The PP/DS Module Lead will work closely with business stakeholders, solution architects, and cross-functional teams to enable efficient, optimized, and scalable planning processes..
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Key Responsibilities
S/4

HANA PPDS Workstream Leadership
. Lead the PP/DS workstream across SAP S/4

HANA transformation projects (greenfield, brownfield, and system conversions).
. Drive Fit-to-Standard (F2S) and design workshops aligned to SAP S/4

HANA Best Practices.
. Define PP/DS transformation strategy, including transition from APO PP/DS to S/4

HANA embedded PP/DS.
Solution Design & Delivery
. Design, configure, and validate S/4

HANA embedded PP/DS solutions including:
o Heuristics and optimization
o Finite and infinite scheduling
o Product and resource master setup
o Production versions and PDS integration
o Alert monitoring and exception management
. Ensure alignment with MRP, Advanced Planning, and Manufacturing Execution (MES) processes.
. Ensure alignment with S/4

HANA logistics architecture and SAP best practices.
S/4

HANA Transformation Activities
. Lead Fit-to-Standard (F2S) workshops and logistics process harmonization.
. Assess and manage custom code (RICEFW) impacts for PPDS in S/4

HANA.
. Guide logistics and transportation master data conversion and validation.
Integration & Cross-Functional Collaboration
. Collaborate with PP, MM, QM, EWM, TM, and FI/CO teams to ensure end-to-end planning and execution integration.
. Coordinate with CIF replacement mechanisms, master data harmonization, and model consistency.
. Work with ABAP and technical teams on enhancements, reports, and interfaces.
Data Migration & Testing
. Define PP/DS master and transactional data migration strategy.
. Lead unit testing, integration testing, UAT, and regression cycles for PP/DS scenarios.
. Ensure planning results accuracy, performance, and stability.
Cutover & Go-Live Support
. Lead PP/DS cutover activities, including planning freeze, reconciliation, and validation.
. Act as escalation point during go-live and hypercare, resolving planning and scheduling issues.
. Support business users during stabilization and optimization phases.
Governance & Team Leadership
. Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology, project standards, and documentation.
. Review and approve functional designs, configurations, and test artifacts.
. Mentor PPDS consultants and support knowledge transfer.
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Required Skills & Experience
SAP PP/DS & Planning Expertise
. 10+ years of SAP PP / PP-DS / APO experience
. 2+ full-cycle SAP S/4

HANA PP/DS implementations or APO to S/4

HANA PP/DS conversions
. Strong understanding of manufacturing planning and scheduling concepts
S/4

HANA-Specific Knowledge
. Hands-on experience with:
o S/4

HANA embedded PP/DS
o MRP Live and advanced planning integration
o SAP Fiori apps for planning and scheduling
. Knowledge of S/4

HANA simplifications vs APO PP/DS
Leadership & Delivery
. Proven experience leading PP/DS teams in large transformation programs
. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
. Experience working in global delivery and multi-vendor environments
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Preferred Qualifications
. SAP S/4

HANA certification in Manufacturing / PP / PP-DS
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Experience with SAP Digital Manufacturing, MES integrations nice to have
. Industry experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Aerospace, or Consumer Products
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