SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing Solution Lead (PP Execution)

Job Description:

Here at DXC Technology we continue to significantly expand our SAP business across the UK and Europe. We are actively looking for S/4HANA PP Solution Lead to join our growing team. If you're passionate about engaging in the full lifecycle of SAP projects—from initial sales engagement to project delivery, this role could be perfect for you. You'll be working with clients across multiple industries in the UK and Europe, applying your subject matter expertise to help deliver value-driven SAP solutions.

We focus on three core drivers of growth: People, Customers, and Operational Execution—the foundation of our business and where we invest heavily.

Due to security requirements for our clients British Nationals are preferred; we may consider other candidates on exceptional situations.

About the Role

DXC Technology is seeking a seasoned SAP S/4HANA PP Solution Lead to drive the design and delivery of next-generation manufacturing and supply chain solutions across large-scale SAP transformation programs. This is a key leadership role within our SAP Pre-sales & Solutions team in the UK, responsible for crafting innovative, value-driven SAP PP and Production Execution solutions while guiding clients through complex change journeys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of the SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) and Production Execution (PE) solution across multiple industry sectors.

• Own the solution architecture and process design across Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, Repetitive, and Discrete manufacturing scenarios.

• Conduct detailed discovery and design workshops with production managers, planners, and supply chain heads to define target operating models.

• Define integration points with SAP MM, SD, QM, WM/EWM, IBP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

• Drive the adoption of S/4 innovations such as Advanced Planning, MRP Live, Production Scheduling Board, and Embedded Analytics.

• Support pre-sales solutioning – RFPs, RFIs, demos, and effort estimations for manufacturing-led SAP transformations.

• Contribute to industry-specific solution templates (e.g., automotive, industrial, consumer goods) with repeatable assets and accelerators.

• Collaborate with technical architects, data migration teams, and change management experts to ensure holistic transformation success.

• Lead and mentor a team of functional consultants and guide clients through business process enablement and deployment planning.

Required Experience:

• Extensive SAP consulting experience with deep functional expertise in SAP PP and related modules.

• At least 3 full-cycle S/4HANA implementations including greenfield and brownfield programs in a manufacturing-intensive environment.

• Strong exposure to S/4HANA Production Planning, Demand Management, Shop Floor Control, MRP Live, and Work Center/Resource modeling.

• Experience integrating SAP PP with MES systems, either via PI/PO, MII, or third-party manufacturing platforms.

• Previous leadership of SAP workstreams or cross-functional manufacturing solutions in a consulting/SI environment.

• Demonstrated capability in pre-sales or bid solutioning – especially for manufacturing-led S/4 programs.

Technical & Functional Skills:

• Hands on experience including In-depth configuration knowledge of SAP PP, MRP, Routing/BOMs, Production Orders, Capacity Planning, and Demand Management.

• Understanding of integration touchpoints with MM, SD, QM, PM, and MES interfaces.

• Familiarity with Fiori apps for shop floor operations and embedded analytics for production KPIs.

• Exposure to SAP IBP, PP/DS, or advanced scheduling tools is highly desirable.

• Awareness of industry manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance frameworks (GMP, ISO, etc.).

Stakeholder & Soft Skills

• Strong engagement skills with manufacturing stakeholders: Heads of Production, Plant Managers, and COOs.

• Ability to translate complex operational processes into streamlined SAP-enabled solutions.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling skills – with comfort in C-level discussions.

• Experience managing diverse teams, mentoring junior consultants, and driving delivery excellence.

Methodologies & Tools

• Proven experience with SAP Activate and agile delivery models.

• Use of Signavio, Solution Manager, JIRA/Confluence, and other project collaboration tools.

• Familiarity with DevOps pipelines for functional delivery in SAP S/4HANA programs.

Certifications & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Information Systems.

• SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing for Production Planning and Control.

• TOGAF, ITIL, or similar framework certifications (preferred for solution architecture exposure).

Why DXC?

• A flexible, home-based role with minimal travel requirements.

• Career growth opportunities, with structured training, mentorship, and SAP certifications.

• The chance to work on exciting SAP transformation projects across industries.

• Comprehensive benefits, including flexible options for private medical insurance, dental, travel cover, and more.

• Access to exclusive discounts on holidays, restaurants, and everyday purchases.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re looking to make an impact in a fast-growing SAP practice, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and become part of DXC’s journey to drive digital transformation.

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