Functional Consultant

Job Description : - In-depth knowledge of engineering processes, engineering-to-manufacturing integration.- Strong understanding of SAP ETM functionalities, including bills of materials (eBOMs), engineering change management, routing, and work center configurations.- In depth knowledge of PLM system (Windchill) to SAP S/4 via SAP PDMI- Proficiency in SAP S/4 HANA implementation methodologies, configuration, and customization.- Ability to analyze complex business requirements and translate them into functional specifications.- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levelsKey Responsibilities :1. Engineering-to-Manufacturing Integration : Lead and manage the end-to-end integration of engineering data from PLM (Windchill) to SAP S/4HANA via SAP PDMI. - Ensure synchronization of engineering bills of materials (eBOMs) with manufacturing BOMs (mBOMs) and associated routing and work center configurations. - Define and streamline E2M data models, workflows, and change management processes. - Facilitate effective collaboration between design engineering, manufacturing, and IT teams for seamless product data transfer. - Ensure adherence to engineering standards, version control, and configuration management best practices. 2. SAP Functional Configuration : - Design and configure SAP ETM (Engineering-to-Manufacturing) functionalities, including BOM management, routing, and engineering change management (ECM). - Support the SAP S/4HANA implementation lifecycle from blueprinting and configuration to testing, go-live, and post-implementation support. - Develop functional specifications for custom developments, enhancements, and interfaces. Work closely with ABAP, BASIS, and Integration teams to ensure technical feasibility and robust solution design. - Manage data mapping, validation, and reconciliation between PLM and SAP systems. 3. Process & Solution Optimization : - Analyze current business processes and identify opportunities for improvement in engineering and manufacturing integration workflows. - Propose and implement best practices for product structure management, change control, and release management. Drive standardization of engineering data processes across multiple business units or global sites. - Conduct system health checks, root cause analysis, and implement corrective measures for integration issues. 4. Stakeholder Management & Collaboration : - Serve as the key functional liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and SAP teams. - Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, define use cases, and translate them into functional design documents. - Provide training and user documentation for business process owners and end-users. - Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.- In-depth knowledge of engineering processes, eBOM to mBOM transformation, routing, and work center setup. - Strong expertise in SAP Engineering Change Management (ECM) and Material Master integration. - Proven experience with PLM (Windchill) to SAP S/4HANA integration using SAP PDMI. - Solid understanding of SAP configuration, customization, and functional specification development. - Demonstrated ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable, technical SAP solutions. - Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES) or downstream production systems is desirable. (ref:hirist.tech)