About the role
Job Title: SAP PPDS
Experience Required: 6–8 years
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced SAP PP/DS Specialist to manage, execute, and optimize end-to-end production planning and detailed scheduling procedures. The candidate will be responsible for evaluating demand, executing heuristics, managing pegging logic, and utilizing the PP/DS Optimizer to ensure efficient manufacturing schedules.
Key Responsibilities & Scope
- Demand Management & Evaluation: Oversee demand planning and evaluate supply chain production planning results within PP/DS.
- Product & Process Heuristics: Run product heuristics, product heuristics scheduling, process heuristics, and service heuristics to optimize production planning.
- Pegging Management: Configure and manage dynamic and fixed pegging rules to maintain material flow alignment between demand and supply.
- Firming & Scheduling Operations: Manage order firming and perform operational scheduling using the Detailed Scheduling (DS) Planning Board.
- Advanced Optimization: Plan and schedule production using DS strategies, heuristics, and the PP/DS Optimizer to minimize downtime and resolve bottlenecks.
Key Technical & Functional Requirements
- PP/DS Expertise: 6+ years of core hands-on experience in SAP PP/DS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling).
- Scheduling Tools: Proficiency with the DS Planning Board, DS strategies, and optimizer runs.
- Pegging Mechanics: Strong knowledge of dynamic vs. fixed pegging setups and execution.
- Heuristics Execution: Demonstrated expertise in running product, process, and service heuristics.