Overview
SAP PP/IBP Consultant – Greenfield S/4HANA Implementation
Next Ventures are currently executing a search on behalf of one of our key clients for an experienced SAP PP/IBP Consultant to join a major Greenfield S/4HANA implementation program for a global client in the manufacturing sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, configuring, and deploying integrated planning and production processes in alignment with business needs and industry best practices.
Location & Start
Location: Belgium (on site 3 days per week) Liege.
Start Date: ASAP / Flexible/ October ideally.
Duration: 12 months (with extension option)
Engagement: Contract / Freelance
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP Production Planning (PP) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) solutions.
* Conduct workshops with business stakeholders to gather and validate requirements for production planning, supply chain, and demand forecasting.
* Define and implement end-to-end processes for:
o Demand Planning
o Supply Planning
o Inventory Optimisation
o Production Planning & Detailed Scheduling
* Configure master data elements including BOMs, routings, work centers, and planning objects.
* Ensure integration with other SAP modules (SD, MM, EWM, APO replacement, FI/CO).
* Provide solution expertise during testing cycles (SIT, UAT), cutover, and hypercare phases.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data consistency, process harmonisation, and regulatory compliance.
* Act as subject matter expert for PP/IBP in the S/4HANA environment.
* Provide knowledge transfer and training to internal teams.
Required Skills & Experience
* 10+ years SAP experience with at least 2–3 full lifecycle implementations of SAP IBP.
* Hands-on experience in Greenfield S/4HANA projects.
* Strong expertise in production planning (discrete, process, and/or repetitive manufacturing).
* Proven IBP implementation knowledge (Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Control Tower).
* Strong integration experience with SAP MM, SD, EWM, APO, and Finance.
* Ability to run workshops, perform fit-gap analysis, and design scalable solutions.
* Experience in regulated industries (e.g., life sciences, consumer goods, manufacturing) is highly desirable.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Fluent in English (additional European languages are an advantage).
Preferred Qualifications
* SAP S/4HANA PP or IBP certification.
* Knowledge of Agile/SAFe methodologies.
* Exposure to advanced planning tools (PP/DS, APO migration to IBP).
* Familiarity with cloud-based IBP deployment.
More information is available on application.
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