SAP Consultant

Title of the position - SAP PS Consultant – OPEX/NPI SupportLocation - TSAT – VemagalAbout The BusinessTata Electronics Pvt. Ltd. is a prominent global player in the electronics manufacturing industry, with fast-emerging capabilities in Electronics Manufacturing Services, Semiconductor Assembly & Test, Semiconductor Foundry, and Design Services. Established in 2020 as a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, the company aims to serve global customers through integrated offerings across a trusted electronics and semiconductor value chain. With a rapidly growing workforce, the company currently employs over 65,000 people and has significant operations in Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, India. Tata Electronics is committed to creating a socioeconomic footprint by employing many women in its workforce and actively supporting local communities through initiatives in environment, education, healthcare, sports and livelihood.Role SummaryWe are seeking a skilled SAP PS Consultant to support OPEX-driven New Product Introduction (NPI) projects in the semiconductor industry. The role involves managing SAP PS processes, providing L1 support, enabling Gantt-based project tracking, and training end-users to ensure efficient execution of engineering and operational initiatives.ResponsibilitiesSAP PS Process Support for OPEX/NPI ProjectsProject StructuringCreation of Project Definitions, WBS Elements, and Networks tailored to NPI phases.Use of standard templates for recurring project types.Planning & BudgetingSupport for cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting.Integration with Controlling (CO) for budget control and variance analysis.Costing sheet preparationGantt Chart & Timeline ManagementEnable Gantt chart visualization for project timelines.Support for milestone planning, task dependencies, and critical path analysis.Execution & MonitoringTracking of actual costs, resource usage, and material consumption.Monitoring of project progress against planned milestones.Reporting & AnalyticsGeneration of project status reports, cost summaries, and variance reports.Support for custom dashboards for engineering and finance teams.Integration SupportSeamless integration with: • SAP MM for procurement • SAP PP for production planning • SAP FI/CO for financial tracking • PLM/ECM tools for engineering change managementDetailed NPI Process to be supported The SAP PS Consultant will support the following New Product Introduction (NPI) stages:Concept & FeasibilityProject setup in SAP PS with WBS elements for feasibility studies.Budget allocation and tracking for early-stage R&D activities.Design & DevelopmentWBS elements for design iterations, tape-out, and engineering builds.Integration with SAP MM for material procurement and prototype tracking.FAB & AssemblyCost tracking for wafer fabrication and packaging processes.Resource planning and milestone tracking using Gantt charts.Testing & QualificationWBS elements for reliability testing, electrical characterization, and qualification.Support for test material assignment and cost roll-up.Ramp-Up & ReleaseFinal cost analysis and project closure.Settlement of costs to cost centers or internal orders.L1 Support & Issue ResolutionProvide Level 1 support for SAP PS-related issues including: • Authorization errors • Transaction failures • Data inconsistencies • Navigation and usage queriesEscalate unresolved issues to L2/L3 teams with proper documentation.End-User Training & EnablementConduct training sessions for engineering, supply chain, and finance teams on: • SAP PS navigation and usage • Project creation and tracking • Cost monitoring and reportingDevelop and maintain training materials, FAQs, and user guides.Essential AttributesStrong hands-on experience in SAP PS and its integration with MM, PP, FI/CO.Familiarity with semiconductor NPI lifecycle and OPEX project structures.Experience with Gantt chart tools within SAP or external project management platforms.Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.Ability to train and support cross-functional teams.QualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering, IT, or related field.SAP PS certification is preferred.Desired Experience Level2 to 5 years in SAP PSExperience in manufacturing, high-tech product development, automotive, Electronics or semiconductor manufacturing.Exposure to PLM systems, ECM, and project reporting tools.