SAP Production Planning Lead

Job Purpose

The Production Planning Lead will play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing efficient business systems that support core organizational functions. This position ensures the deployment of advanced manufacturing solutions-including SAP MRP, PP, MES, and PLM-and leads the SAP Production Planning workstream for global SAP deployments, organizational changes, process improvements, and ongoing support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute mid-term (1-2 years) and long-term (3-5 years) strategies in collaboration with the SAP Release Lead.
• Serve as SAP Solution Architect, accountable for the design and implementation of SAP capabilities specific to Production Planning and Materials Management.
• Optimize and configure SAP Production Planning modules to meet business needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Drive efficiency through innovation and automation initiatives.
• Lead future SAP implementations across Dana facilities.
• Define and gather requirements for enhancements and new implementations within Production Planning.
• Ensure all system processes, customizations, and configurations adhere to quality standards.
• Collaborate with developers and technical teams to implement functional specifications and resolve issues promptly.
• Monitor and manage issue resolution, ensuring timely tracking and reporting.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.

Education &

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Technical discipline required (or equivalent 8+ years of related experience).
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Fluency in English (reading, writing, and speaking).

Required Experience &

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of project methodology and process modeling.
• Expertise in developing functional specifications, integration test plans, and conducting user acceptance testing.
• Deep understanding of business processes and their integration points.
• Ability to identify and resolve critical issues efficiently.
• Hands-on experience with:
  • MRP, ATP, BOM/Routing development, Serial Number tracking, Repetitive Manufacturing, Batch Management
  • SAP MRP and Production Planning modules (technical and functional aspects)
  • MES and PLM system integration
  • SAP Fiori applications within PP/MM modules
• Proven track record in end-to-end solution delivery (requirements, design, configuration, training, support).
• Skilled in managing third-party vendor relationships in complex project environments.

Preferred Functional Expertise:

• Discrete manufacturing
• MES integration
• Material Master management
• Capacity Planning
• RF Scanners
• Subcontracting processes
• Inventory and Warehouse Management (a plus)