Production Planning / Quality Management Lead

Job Title: Production Planning / Quality Management Lead Company: NTT DATA North America SAP Module: SAP PP Roles & Responsibilities: We are currently seeking a Production Planning / Quality Management Lead to join our team in Hyderabad, Telangana (IN-TG), India (IN). Job Title SAP S/4HANA Transformation – Production Planning / Quality Management Lead Job Summary We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA PP / QM Lead to lead Production Planning (PP) and Quality Management (QM) workstreams in large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation projects . The role is responsible for end-to-end ownership of manufacturing and quality solution design, delivery governance, and successful adoption of SAP S/4HANA best practices. The PP / QM Lead will work closely with business stakeholders, solution architects, and cross-functional SAP teams to drive transformation across Plan-to-Produce and Quality-to-Release processes. Key Responsibilities S/4HANA PP / QM Workstream Leadership * Lead PP and QM workstreams in SAP S/4HANA transformation programs (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Selective Data Transition). * Own end-to-end delivery of Plan-to-Produce, Production Execution, and Quality processes. * Act as the primary escalation point for PP / QM-related topics. + SAP PP: Demand Management, MRP, BOMs, Routings, Work Centers, Capacity Planning, Production Orders + SAP QM: Inspection Planning, Inspection Types, Results Recording, Usage Decisions, Quality Notifications * Lead Fit-to-Standard (F2S) workshops and business process harmonization. * Assess and manage custom code (RICEFW) impacts for PP / QM in S/4HANA. * Lead manufacturing and quality master data conversion and validation activities. * Coordinate closely with MM, WM/EWM, SD, PM, and FI/CO teams. * Ensure seamless integration across Procure-to-Produce and Make-to-Deliver processes. * Collaborate with technical teams (ABAP, CPI, interfaces) on enhancements and integrations. * Lead unit testing, SIT, UAT, and defect resolution for PP / QM. * Own cutover planning for production orders, batches, and inspection lots. * Provide go-live and hypercare support, ensuring manufacturing stability. Governance & Team Leadership * Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology, project standards, and documentation. * Review and approve functional designs, configurations, and test artifacts. * Mentor PP / QM consultants and support knowledge transfer. * At least 2–3 full-cycle SAP S/4HANA transformation projects in a Lead role. * Strong understanding of manufacturing and quality management processes. + S/4HANA MRP and production execution simplifications + QM integration with MM and PP + Batch Management, Serial Numbers, and Inspection Lot Processing Leadership & Delivery Skills About NTT DATA NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D. Work Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India Availability: Full time

Required Skills & Experience SAP PP / QM Expertise * 0 years of experience with strong hands-on expertise in: * Experience with: Preferred Qualifications * SAP S/4HANA certification in PP or QM * Experience with SAP Activate methodology * Industry experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, or Consumer Goods * Exposure to EWM, PM, or Advanced ATP is a plus Soft Skills * Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities * Ability to translate business requirements into scalable SAP solutions * Mentoring and coaching mindset * Excellent documentation and presentation skills * Location: As per project requirements * Work Model: Hybrid / Onsite / Offshore (project dependent) Key Skills: SAP PP, Production Planning, MRP, Production Orders, Work Centers, Capacity Planning Salary: $30