SAP Production Planning (PP) Consultant

Job Description:

At DXC we use the power of technology to deliver mission critical IT services that our customers need to modernize operations and drive innovation across their entire IT estate. We provide services across the Enterprise Technology Stack for business process outsourcing, analytics and engineering, applications, security, cloud, IT outsourcing and modern workplace.

Our DXC account teams advise, create, orchestrate and drive value for customers by bringing the best of DXC to our customers. Customers ask us to help them solve their most critical technology needs and we proactively share relevant ideas, insights and experience to create a plan for addressing those needs.

About This Role

Responsible for using SAP software to plan and control production processes, ensuring efficient resource allocation, minimizing waste, and aligning production schedules with customer demand. Work with various modules within SAP PP, including capacity planning, material requirements planning, and shop floor control, to optimize production efficiency and reduce costs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating detailed production schedules, allocating resources (labor, materials, machines), and optimizing production sequences to minimize lead times.

• Developing and implementing production plans based on customer demand, inventory levels, and production capacity.

• Analyzing production capacity and determining resource requirements to meet production goals.

• Identifying potential bottlenecks and developing solutions to optimize capacity utilization.

• Calculating material requirements for production orders and ensuring timely availability of raw materials.

• Managing inventory levels, conducting physical counts, and updating SAP records.

• Creating and releasing production orders in SAP.

• Monitoring production progress, tracking production costs, and reporting on performance.

• Monitoring and controlling production activities on the shop floor.

• Managing material movements and ensuring timely delivery of finished goods.

• Analyzing production data to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to optimize production processes.

• Generating reports on production performance, cost variances, and inventory levels.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Arts/Science or equivalent degree in Computer Science or related area of study

• 6+ years of SAP experience

• Strong understanding of SAP Production Planning modules, functionalities, and configurations.

• Experience in production planning processes, methodologies, and best practices.

• Ability to analyze production processes, identify areas for improvement, and develop solutions to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

• Ability to analyze production issues, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.

• Experience in managing SAP projects, including planning, implementation, and testing.

We are accepting applications from candidates located anywhere in Mexico. Candidates must currently reside within Mexican territory.

Joining DXC connects you to brilliant people who embrace change and seize opportunities to advance their careers and amplify customer success. At DXC we support each other and work as a team — globally and locally. Our achievements demonstrate how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues. You will be joining a team that works to create a culture of learning, diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to strong ethics and corporate citizenship.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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