Job description
At Thoucentric, we work on various problem statements. The most popular ones are
- Building capabilities that address a market need, basis our ongoing research effort. Solving a specific use case for a current or potential client based on challenges on-ground. Developing new systems that help be a better employer and a better partner to clients. All of these need the best of minds to work on them day-to-day; and we do exactly that! Your contribution to organization development is as important as outward facing consulting. We are invested in both, employee growth and client success! Role Overview We’re seeking a hands-on SAP PP Solution Architect with strong production planning domain expertise and S/4HANA implementation/rollout experience. The role owns end-to-end PP/PP-DS solutioning, integration with enterprise planning suites (IBP, o9, Kinaxis), and alignment with manufacturing operations, supply planning, procurement, quality, and finance.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Architecture (S/4HANA PP/PP-DS) Design to-be processes for MTS/MTO/ATO/ETO, discrete & process manufacturing. Lead fit-gap, blueprinting, FS/TS sign-offs, build, SIT/UAT, cutover, go-live, and hypercare across multiple plants/companies. Drive Clean Core adoption (Fiori apps, no/low custom where feasible); specify BTP/CPI extensions only when justified.
Configure BOMs, Routings/Master Recipes, Work Centers/Resources, Production Versions, MRP Live, Planning Strategies, Lot sizing, Scheduling, Capacity planning, backflushing/confirmation, batch management & serialisation. Define aATP/ATP, pegging, subcontracting, rework, reprocessing, Kanban, and repetitive manufacturing where applicable.
Own integration with QM, MM, SD, EWM, MES/LIMS/WMS, and finance impact (WIP/variance). MDG/MDM alignment for materials, resources, PVs; data readiness, migration strategy, and cutover mock runs. Establish KPIs for plan adherence, capacity utilisation, OTIF, and exception management. Author solution documents, test scripts, and work instructions; ensure traceability.
GxP/CSV awareness for regulated industries (if applicable).
Requirements
Must-Have Qualifications 7+ years hands-on in SAP PP / PP-DS with at least 2 full-cycle S/4HANA implementations or multi-plant rollouts. Proven design of MRP Live, planning strategies (10/20/40/50, 81/82), production versions, capacity evaluation, detailed scheduling. Demonstrated integration with at least one enterprise planning suite (IBP, o9, or Kinaxis)—including end-to-end data flows and plan consumption in S/4.
Strong cross-module knowledge: MM (procurement/ subcontracting), QM (in-process & final), SD (ATP/aATP), EWM/WM, and CO-PC basics for cost impacts. Technical fluency to lead builds with developers/integration teams (IDoc/OData/REST, SAP CPI, BTP, ALE, background jobs, error handling). Excellent stakeholder management; Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban), backlog grooming, and release planning.
Nice to Have
PP-DS heuristics/optimiser experience, pegging strategies, and capacity-constrained planning. MES integration (ISA-95), shop-floor controls, and IoT signals for confirmations/consumptions. Experience transitioning from APO to S/4/IBP. Industry depth: Pharma/CPG/Auto/Hi-Tech/F&B. SAP certifications (S/4 Manufacturing, IBP) and exposure to BTP CAP/Fiori for light extensions.
Education
Bachelor’s in Engineering/Supply Chain/IT (or equivalent). APICS/CPIM is a plus.
Benefits
What a Consulting role at Thoucentric will offer you? Opportunity to define your career path and not as enforced by a manager A great consulting environment with a chance to work with Fortune 500 companies and startups alike. A dynamic but relaxed and supportive working environment that encourages personal development.
Be part of One Extended Family. We bond beyond work - sports, get-togethers, common interests etc. Work in a very enriching environment with Open Culture, Flat Organization and Excellent Peer Group. Be part of the exciting Growth Story of Thoucentric!