Solution Architect Director

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Solution Architect Director
Riverside, CA (onsite)

3+ Months Contract

Summary
Client is seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA PPDS Solution Architect Director to lead the implementation, support, and optimization of production planning and detailed scheduling solutions. This role partners closely with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams to translate manufacturing requirements into scalable SAP PPDS solutions, ensuring seamless integration across the SAP landscape.

Key Responsibilities

Implement, configure, and support SAP S/4HANA PPDS solutions across client environments

Design and support Production Planning and Quality Management processes within S/4HANA

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document manufacturing requirements

Translate business needs into scalable functional and technical SAP PPDS solutions

Develop and maintain functional/technical specifications, process flows, and solution architecture

Configure PPDS capabilities including production planning, capacity planning, and detailed scheduling

Ensure integration with SAP modules such as MM, SD, and WM

Support SIT, UAT, and go-live activities

Troubleshoot system issues and perform root-cause analysis for performance optimization

Deliver user training, documentation, and post-go-live support

Work independently and within global cross-functional teams

Requirements

6+ years of experience in SAP PP / QM

2+ years of hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA PPDS

Proven experience in PPDS implementation and support projects

Experience migrating legacy planning tools to SAP S/4HANA

Strong understanding of manufacturing, production planning, and scheduling processes

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams
SAP S/4HANA PPDS

Production Planning & Quality Management

Detailed Scheduling & Capacity Planning

SAP PPDS configuration and customization

Integration with SAP MM, SD
System testing and troubleshooting
Functional and technical documentation

Experience in discrete or batch manufacturing industries

Exposure to SAP IBP or SAP APO PP/DS migration

Knowledge of MES or shop floor system integration

SAP S/4HANA PP or PPDS certification

Basic knowledge of SAP Plant Maintenance and Warehouse Management

Metasys Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability status.