SAP PP

Client is seeking a senior SAP PP/DS Solution Architect to lead end-to-end design and delivery of a complex production planning and scheduling solution. The role is onsite-leading and offshore-collaborating, requiring strong client stakeholder management. The ideal candidate is a hands-on architect with deep scheduling and optimizer experience and a track record of leading customer-facing engagements. Primary location is Nashville, TN with occasional travel to Bath, NY and Green Bay; remote with flexibility is acceptable for the right candidate.<br /> <br /> <strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong><br /> • Own end-to-end PP/DS solution design and delivery; lead the solution from onsite.<br /> • Drive PP/DS configuration across scheduling, heuristics, and optimizer-based planning.<br /> • Manage senior client stakeholders, facilitate workshops, and ensure alignment on solution direction.<br /> • Collaborate closely with offshore delivery team to translate design into execution.<br /> • Govern integration to surrounding SAP modules and external optimization tooling where applicable.<br /> <br /> <strong>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</strong><br /> • 12–15 years of planning experience.<br /> • 2–3 full-lifecycle PP/DS implementations as Architect or Lead.<br /> • Very strong PP/DS scheduling and optimizer expertise.<br /> • Exceptional client communication and stakeholder management; ability to lead the solution from onsite.<br /> <br /> <strong>PREFERRED</strong><br /> • Hands-on experience with third-party optimization tools (e.g., Gurobi).<br /> • Exposure to SAP BTP landscape.<br />