Expert, Functional Lead - SAP MM/PP

Description

General Summary:As a Functional Lead, you will partner with Product Management and technical teams to drive transformation initiatives in a discrete manufacturing environment, specifically supporting Engineered-to-Order (ETO) and Configured-to-Order (CTO) processes. This role combines deep functional and technical expertise in SAP Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM) modules with leadership in solution design, process standardization, and large-scale ERP implementations. You will help shape the transformation roadmap, ensure alignment with business objectives, and deliver scalable, efficient solutions leveraging SAP S/4HANA and integrations with third-party systems.

• Partner with Product Owners and Managers to define scope, confirm required customizations, and identify value drivers; advise on design decisions and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Drive risk mitigation, clear impediments, and provide guidance to maintain alignment with program vision and standards.
• This position is more back-office operational than Sales & Distribution (SD) roles, covering planning, manufacturing, and procurement under Supply Chain Management (SCM).
• Actively participate in program ceremonies such as PI Planning and backlog grooming to maintain transparency and alignment.
• Lead and support Agile delivery teams through sprint planning, execution, and backlog management; ensure timely delivery of user stories and resolution of defects.
• Collaborate with Solution Architects and technical teams to shape the Solution Roadmap and Architecture Runway, ensuring integration with Finance, Sales, Logistics, Project Systems (including ETO/CTO), Supply Chain, and third-party systems.
• Promote innovation and problem-solving to minimize customizations while meeting user needs; foster collaboration and continuous improvement across distributed teams.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities including stakeholder engagement, change management, and execution of comprehensive cutover plans for business and technical readiness.
• Oversee development, testing, and end-to-end process validation; define test scope and ensure coverage for complex manufacturing scenarios.
• Serve as the functional lead providing technical and process expertise, driving solution and process standardization across SAP PP and integrated platforms.

Requirements

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

We are looking for a passionate, experienced and skilled Functional Lead (FL) to support the digital transformation within Schneider Electric. As a member of the Enterprise IT team within the Digital organization supporting the respective program scrum teams, you will lead definition, planning and delivery of iterative releases to digital platforms using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

• Experience designing and developing integrations using SAP PI, SAP PO, SAP CPI, MuleSoft, and other middleware tools for third-party system connectivity.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to influence and drive process standardization.
• Hands-on SAP S/4HANA experience; capable of designing, building, and implementing solutions.
• Understanding of Agile principles and frameworks (Scrum and/or Kanban); SAFe experience highly desired.
• Proven leadership in multiple complex ERP implementation projects and large-scale business transformation programs leveraging SAP technologies, including at least one full end-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementation in a discrete manufacturing environment (ETO/CTO).
• Exposure to procurement tools like Ariba or Coupa (preferred but not mandatory).
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking abilities in complex environments.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in SAP PP/MM and discrete manufacturing environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle and SAP implementation methodologies.
• Strong understanding of shopfloor management and manufacturing execution systems.
• Core Modules: SAP Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM).
• Strong knowledge of Supply Chain Processes, Configure to Order (CTO), Make to Order (MTO), Make to Stock (MTS), Engineer to Order (ETO) product segments and supporting technologies.
• Ability to provide configuration and analysis support for SAP Variant Configuration (VC) module, including classes, characteristics, tables, dependencies, profiles, and super BOMs/Routings.
• Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills with ability to manage large work efforts and coordinate distributed teams.

Benefits

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, jobrelated skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits)flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

€36 billion global revenue+13% organic growth150 000+ employees in 100+ countries#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $114,400 - $171,600 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

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