SAP PP-PI Manager / Senior Manager
Location: Germany (Hybrid / Flexible)
Language Requirement: Native or fluent German + strong English skills
Sector Focus: Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Specialty Chemicals
About Us
We are a mid-sized, specialist boutique consultancy, recognized for our deep expertise in delivering SAP-enabled business transformation across highly regulated industries. Our team works closely with leading clients in Life Sciences, Pharma, and Medical sectors, providing tailored solutions that balance innovation, compliance, and operational excellence.
We are expanding our leadership team and are seeking experienced SAP PP-PI Managers and Senior Managers to join our practice.
Role Overview
As a Manager / Senior Manager in our SAP PP-PI practice, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering complex transformation programs for our clients. You will be responsible for leading engagements, guiding teams, and ensuring the highest quality of SAP PP-PI solutions—helping clients optimize production planning, process manufacturing, and compliance.
You will act as both a trusted advisor to clients’ senior stakeholders and as a hands-on expert when needed.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead SAP PP-PI workstreams or full project engagements, from design to implementation and post-go-live support.
* Partner with senior client stakeholders to define business requirements, develop solution roadmaps, and ensure alignment with regulatory standards (GxP, FDA, EMA).
* Drive solution design and integration with other SAP modules (QM, MM, WM, EWM, PM, SD) and broader digital platforms.
* Manage and mentor project teams, ensuring quality delivery and knowledge transfer.
* Support business development by contributing to proposals, solution demos, and thought leadership in PP-PI and Life Sciences transformation.
* Stay up to date with SAP S/4HANA and emerging technologies relevant to manufacturing and compliance.
Requirements
* Fluency in German (B2+) and English – essential for client-facing roles.
* 7+ years of SAP PP-PI experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
* Strong track record in delivering SAP programs in Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, or Medical Devices (GxP knowledge highly desirable).
* Expertise in process industries and regulatory environments, ideally with exposure to validated systems.
* Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA PP-PI and understanding of digital transformation trends (MES, IoT, automation).
* Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and team development skills.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial consultancy environment.