Synergize Consulting Ltd
Job Description: Our client is seeking a seasoned SAP S/4HANA PP Senior Consultant to drive the design and delivery of next-generation manufacturing and supply chain solutions across large-scale SAP transformation programs. This is a key role within our SAP Consulting and Delivery team in the UK, responsible for crafting innovative, value-driven SAP PP and Production Execution solutions while guiding clients through complex change journeys. Lead end-to-end delivery of the SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) and Production Execution (PE) solution across multiple industry sectors Own the solution design across Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, Repetitive, and Discrete manufacturing scenarios Conduct detailed discovery and explore design workshops with production managers, planners, and supply chain heads to define target operating models Define integration points with SAP MM, SD, QM, WM/EWM, IBP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Drive the adoption of S/4 innovations such as Advanced Planning, MRP Live, Production Scheduling Board, and Embedded Analytics Support pre-sales solutioning - RFPs, RFIs, demos, and effort estimations for manufacturing-led SAP transformations Contribute to industry-specific solution templates (eg, automotive, industrial, consumer goods) with repeatable assets and accelerators Collaborate with technical architects, data migration teams, and change management experts to ensure holistic transformation success Lead and mentor a team of functional consultants and guide clients through business process enablement and deployment planning Required Experience Extensive years of SAP consulting experience with deep functional expertise in SAP PP and related modules 2 full-cycle S/4HANA greenfield and brownfield implementation programs in a manufacturing-intensive environment and at least one greenfield global rollout implementation program Strong hands on experience in S/4HANA Production Planning, Demand Management, Shop Floor Control, MRP Live, and Work Center/Resource modelling Experience integrating SAP PP with MES systems, either via PI/PO, MII, or third-party manufacturing platforms Previous leadership of SAP workstreams or cross-functional manufacturing solutions in a consulting/SI environment Demonstrated capability in pre-sales or bid solutioning - especially for manufacturing-led S/4 programs Technical & Functional Skills In-depth configuration knowledge of SAP PP, MRP, Routing/BOMs, Production Orders, Capacity Planning, and Demand Management Understanding of integration touchpoints with MM, SD, QM, PM, and MES interfaces Familiarity with Fiori apps for shop floor operations and Embedded analytics for production KPIs Exposure to SAP IBP, PP/DS, or advanced scheduling tools is highly desirable Awareness of industry manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance frameworks (GMP, ISO, etc.) Stakeholder & Soft Skills Strong engagement skills with manufacturing stakeholders: Heads of Production, Plant Managers, and COOs Ability to translate complex operational processes into streamlined SAP-enabled solutions Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling skills - with comfort in C-level discussions Experience managing diverse teams, mentoring junior consultants, and driving delivery excellence Methodologies & Tools Proven experience with SAP Activate and agile delivery models Use of Signavio, Solution Manager, JIRA/Confluence, and other project collaboration tools Familiarity with DevOps pipelines for functional delivery in SAP S/4HANA programs Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Information Systems SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing for Production Planning and Control TOGAF, ITIL, or similar framework certifications (preferred for solution architecture exposure)
Job Description: Our client is seeking a seasoned SAP S/4HANA PP Senior Consultant to drive the design and delivery of next-generation manufacturing and supply chain solutions across large-scale SAP transformation programs. This is a key role within our SAP Consulting and Delivery team in the UK, responsible for crafting innovative, value-driven SAP PP and Production Execution solutions while guiding clients through complex change journeys. Lead end-to-end delivery of the SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) and Production Execution (PE) solution across multiple industry sectors Own the solution design across Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, Repetitive, and Discrete manufacturing scenarios Conduct detailed discovery and explore design workshops with production managers, planners, and supply chain heads to define target operating models Define integration points with SAP MM, SD, QM, WM/EWM, IBP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Drive the adoption of S/4 innovations such as Advanced Planning, MRP Live, Production Scheduling Board, and Embedded Analytics Support pre-sales solutioning - RFPs, RFIs, demos, and effort estimations for manufacturing-led SAP transformations Contribute to industry-specific solution templates (eg, automotive, industrial, consumer goods) with repeatable assets and accelerators Collaborate with technical architects, data migration teams, and change management experts to ensure holistic transformation success Lead and mentor a team of functional consultants and guide clients through business process enablement and deployment planning Required Experience Extensive years of SAP consulting experience with deep functional expertise in SAP PP and related modules 2 full-cycle S/4HANA greenfield and brownfield implementation programs in a manufacturing-intensive environment and at least one greenfield global rollout implementation program Strong hands on experience in S/4HANA Production Planning, Demand Management, Shop Floor Control, MRP Live, and Work Center/Resource modelling Experience integrating SAP PP with MES systems, either via PI/PO, MII, or third-party manufacturing platforms Previous leadership of SAP workstreams or cross-functional manufacturing solutions in a consulting/SI environment Demonstrated capability in pre-sales or bid solutioning - especially for manufacturing-led S/4 programs Technical & Functional Skills In-depth configuration knowledge of SAP PP, MRP, Routing/BOMs, Production Orders, Capacity Planning, and Demand Management Understanding of integration touchpoints with MM, SD, QM, PM, and MES interfaces Familiarity with Fiori apps for shop floor operations and Embedded analytics for production KPIs Exposure to SAP IBP, PP/DS, or advanced scheduling tools is highly desirable Awareness of industry manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance frameworks (GMP, ISO, etc.) Stakeholder & Soft Skills Strong engagement skills with manufacturing stakeholders: Heads of Production, Plant Managers, and COOs Ability to translate complex operational processes into streamlined SAP-enabled solutions Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling skills - with comfort in C-level discussions Experience managing diverse teams, mentoring junior consultants, and driving delivery excellence Methodologies & Tools Proven experience with SAP Activate and agile delivery models Use of Signavio, Solution Manager, JIRA/Confluence, and other project collaboration tools Familiarity with DevOps pipelines for functional delivery in SAP S/4HANA programs Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Information Systems SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing for Production Planning and Control TOGAF, ITIL, or similar framework certifications (preferred for solution architecture exposure)
REAL Technical Solutions Limited
Worthing, Sussex
Category & Sourcing Manager - Worthing/WFH/Hybrid £53,000 plus excellent benefits, bonus and career opportunities/Based Worthing, West Sussex with WFH opportunities, 2 days per week in the office My client, a leading, technology strong, professional services company, seek an experienced Category & Sourcing Manager, with experience of operational services procurement, have relevant qualifications (CIPS/Bachelor's degree in business or a related field) and have experience working with best practice tools, techniques and processes for the development of category strategies. You will have in depth category experience in either engineering and construction or Asset Purchase and Hire, as well as knowledge of UCR and ABC legislation. Notes for the Category & Sourcing Manager role: They are ideally looking for an experienced Category & Sourcing Manager who is self-sufficient, someone who can engage with stakeholders (understand needs and requirements and know some of the technical language), ideally has UCR experience and utility experience but this is not essential. They want someone that has strategic thinking around the services and where there are opportunities within renewals and new contract tenders. This role can be based in Worthing or Brighton, but it is a hybrid position with lots of work from home opportunities. The Category & Sourcing Manager role overview: The Category management position is a strategic role which has the opportunity to influence and shape the companies business model and supply chain strategies. As a member of the Operational Services category team, you will lead in the development and implementation of relevant category strategies. The key objective being to inform and influence business strategies and align category strategies to maximise value creation and minimise total cost for the organisation. With oversight from the Senior Category Manager you will work closely with their Sourcing, Contract Management & Commercial teams to develop and implement category strategies. You will oversee full category life cycle ensuring compliance to the Utilities Contract Regulations (UCR). The ideal Category & Sourcing Manager candidate will: Have experience of operational services procurement, have relevant qualifications (you should have the CIPS qualification or equivalent or be working towards this as a min) and have experience working with best practice tools, techniques and processes for the development of category strategies. Be a great planner with robust project management capabilities and the soft skills to influence at all levels. Ideally you will also have experience of working in a regulated procurement environment. In this highly empowering role, you will have ownership for key categories of spend and the role offers a great exposure within their business and opportunity for you to shape your deliverables, grow and learn as they offer CIPS qualifications for the suitable applicant. You will need to be a self-starter with strong communication skills and resilient to operate in a challenging environment and the hunger to be part of a growing Category Management discipline. Category & Sourcing Manager - Worthing/WFH/Hybrid £53,000 plus excellent benefits, bonus and career opportunities/Based Worthing, West Sussex with WFH opportunities, 1 or 2 days per week in the office
Category & Sourcing Manager - Worthing/WFH/Hybrid £53,000 plus excellent benefits, bonus and career opportunities/Based Worthing, West Sussex with WFH opportunities, 2 days per week in the office My client, a leading, technology strong, professional services company, seek an experienced Category & Sourcing Manager, with experience of operational services procurement, have relevant qualifications (CIPS/Bachelor's degree in business or a related field) and have experience working with best practice tools, techniques and processes for the development of category strategies. You will have in depth category experience in either engineering and construction or Asset Purchase and Hire, as well as knowledge of UCR and ABC legislation. Notes for the Category & Sourcing Manager role: They are ideally looking for an experienced Category & Sourcing Manager who is self-sufficient, someone who can engage with stakeholders (understand needs and requirements and know some of the technical language), ideally has UCR experience and utility experience but this is not essential. They want someone that has strategic thinking around the services and where there are opportunities within renewals and new contract tenders. This role can be based in Worthing or Brighton, but it is a hybrid position with lots of work from home opportunities. The Category & Sourcing Manager role overview: The Category management position is a strategic role which has the opportunity to influence and shape the companies business model and supply chain strategies. As a member of the Operational Services category team, you will lead in the development and implementation of relevant category strategies. The key objective being to inform and influence business strategies and align category strategies to maximise value creation and minimise total cost for the organisation. With oversight from the Senior Category Manager you will work closely with their Sourcing, Contract Management & Commercial teams to develop and implement category strategies. You will oversee full category life cycle ensuring compliance to the Utilities Contract Regulations (UCR). The ideal Category & Sourcing Manager candidate will: Have experience of operational services procurement, have relevant qualifications (you should have the CIPS qualification or equivalent or be working towards this as a min) and have experience working with best practice tools, techniques and processes for the development of category strategies. Be a great planner with robust project management capabilities and the soft skills to influence at all levels. Ideally you will also have experience of working in a regulated procurement environment. In this highly empowering role, you will have ownership for key categories of spend and the role offers a great exposure within their business and opportunity for you to shape your deliverables, grow and learn as they offer CIPS qualifications for the suitable applicant. You will need to be a self-starter with strong communication skills and resilient to operate in a challenging environment and the hunger to be part of a growing Category Management discipline. Category & Sourcing Manager - Worthing/WFH/Hybrid £53,000 plus excellent benefits, bonus and career opportunities/Based Worthing, West Sussex with WFH opportunities, 1 or 2 days per week in the office
