Job Title: SAP PPDS 
Experience Required: 6–8 years

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced SAP PP/DS Specialist to manage, execute, and optimize end-to-end production planning and detailed scheduling procedures. The candidate will be responsible for evaluating demand, executing heuristics, managing pegging logic, and utilizing the PP/DS Optimizer to ensure efficient manufacturing schedules.

Key Responsibilities & Scope

• Demand Management & Evaluation: Oversee demand planning and evaluate supply chain production planning results within PP/DS.
• Product & Process Heuristics: Run product heuristics, product heuristics scheduling, process heuristics, and service heuristics to optimize production planning.
• Pegging Management: Configure and manage dynamic and fixed pegging rules to maintain material flow alignment between demand and supply.
• Firming & Scheduling Operations: Manage order firming and perform operational scheduling using the Detailed Scheduling (DS) Planning Board.
• Advanced Optimization: Plan and schedule production using DS strategies, heuristics, and the PP/DS Optimizer to minimize downtime and resolve bottlenecks.

Key Technical & Functional Requirements

• PP/DS Expertise: 6+ years of core hands-on experience in SAP PP/DS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling).
• Scheduling Tools: Proficiency with the DS Planning Board, DS strategies, and optimizer runs.
• Pegging Mechanics: Strong knowledge of dynamic vs. fixed pegging setups and execution.
• Heuristics Execution: Demonstrated expertise in running product, process, and service heuristics.