SAP APO Project Manager - PP/im

SAP APO Project Manager - PP/IM

Our client is looking for an SAP APO Project Manager who can oversee the integration of Plant and Raw Material Planning with Supply and Demand Planning to create an end to end, demand based synchronization of the supply chain.

Key elements of this program are:

Process improvements & standardization
Plant Planning structure standardization
Capability building & sustainability

You will be required to support the project in the area of process/systems improvements & standardization.

A Master Production Schedule

Implement a standardized Master Production Schedule process in all 10 EMEA manufacturing plants according to client standards. Feedback constraints for entire planning horizon to regional planning system (SAP APO).

B Inventory Projection Improvements

Define and implement required improvements for the E2E inventory projection and actuals reporting process. Ensure improved accuracy and completeness by process design and development of improved reporting tools.

For both assignments you will support the Business Process Owner (BPO) in all activities required for a successful completion of the work stream

This includes:

Detailed as is analysis of current as is situation
Design standardized future state processes and tools
Change Management & stakeholder alignment
Documentation & Training
Implementation & Project Management

Role Description:

Key Responsibilities:

Gap analysis and impact assessments
Prepare, define and design improvements with your business partners.
Prepare, coordinate and lead design workshops
Drive process alignment and change acceptance with business partners and other stakeholders
Responsible for delivery and implementation in collaboration with IT and business partners.
Manage project team
Create and maintain overall project plan and detailed project schedule/tracker
Change management and communication
Overall resource planning for the project
Gap and issue management
Create training plan and manage user training program
Support and coordinate development of documentation and training material

Relevant knowledge and experience:

3+ years of experience in planning (preferably plant planning)/inventory management
Functional expert with in depth knowledge of Planning/inventory management
Good understanding of E2E SC processes
Ability to analyse, design and implement planning processes and tools
Strong analytical skills
Good project management skills
Strong presentation and communication skills
Strong SAP (APO, ECC, BW) knowledge

Technical competency requirements:

SAP (ECC, APO, BW)
Microsoft Office

Notes:

Project Duration: 6 to 12 months assignment
Location: Zug, Switzerland
Travel: 30 % to 75%