SAP PP Consultant

As a Senior SAP PP Consultant at Fusion Consulting, your responsibilities will include designing, configuring, and implementing SAP PP modules tailored to meet production planning needs, providing support for SAP MM and QM, and developing custom solutions with ABAP programming. You will also lead full-cycle implementations and ensure compliance with pharmaceutical regulations.

To qualify for the Senior SAP PP Consultant role at Fusion Consulting, you should have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, at least 6 years of SAP consulting experience with SAP PP expertise, and strong knowledge in SAP MM and ABAP programming. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus.

Relevant experience for the Senior SAP PP Consultant at Fusion Consulting includes prior roles in SAP consulting focused on production planning, a demonstrated history of leading end-to-end SAP implementation projects, and a solid understanding of the pharmaceutical industry's regulatory landscape.

Yes, while the Senior SAP PP Consultant position is based in Tianjin, China, remote work is possible for highly experienced candidates. However, the ability to work onsite may be required for collaboration and project milestones.

At Fusion Consulting, we are dedicated to fostering professional development. As a Senior SAP PP Consultant, you will have opportunities for mentorship, training, and access to the latest SAP developments, ensuring you continuously enhance your skills and expertise in the field.

SAP PP, or Production Planning, is a core module in SAP that manages all elements related to production operations. Prepare to discuss how it interacts with SAP MM for material management and SAP QM for quality control, emphasizing the importance of seamless integration for efficient business processes.

When discussing your experience with challenging SAP implementations, focus on the specific project details, your role, and the final outcomes. Highlight problem-solving skills, collaboration with stakeholders, and how you overcame obstacles.

For interviews, be ready to elaborate on regulations such as GMP, FDA standards, and data integrity requirements. Discuss how SAP configurations and processes must align with these regulations to ensure compliance and protect product quality.

Highlight your proactive approach, such as attending SAP conferences, participating in relevant training courses, and engaging with online SAP communities. This demonstrates your commitment to continuous learning and improving your SAP expertise.

Dive into your familiarity with ABAP programming, citing specific examples of custom solutions you've developed. Explain how this skill set allowed you to tailor SAP functionalities to meet unique business requirements effectively.

In such scenarios, emphasize the importance of effective communication. Discuss how you would take the time to understand the client's perspective, collect further requirements, and be flexible to modify the approach while ensuring project goals remain intact.

Share insights on best practices like thorough requirement gathering, regular stakeholder engagement, meticulously documenting processes, and emphasizing testing phases to ensure the system meets business needs and reduces risks.

Training and support are vital for successful SAP implementations. Discuss how you prioritize creating user-friendly documentation, conducting workshops, and being available for consultation to encourage effective usage of the system post-implementation.

Discuss the correlation between effective production planning and manufacturing efficiency. Highlight how strategic planning influences inventory levels, reduces waste, increases production speed, and ultimately affects profitability.

Share your passion for solving complex problems, driving business transformation, and the satisfaction that comes from helping clients optimize their operations and achieve their strategic goals with SAP solutions.