Schneider Electric

Expert, Functional Lead - SAP MM/PP

Schneider Electric$114K — $171K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in SAP PP/MM and discrete manufacturing environments.
  • Proven leadership in ERP implementation projects and business transformation using SAP technologies, including at least one full end-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementation.
  • Hands-on SAP S/4HANA experience with solution design, building, and implementation capabilities.
  • Strong knowledge of Supply Chain processes including ETO and CTO.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the functional lead driving solution and process standardization in SAP PP and integrated platforms.
  • Partner with Product Owners to define scope, confirm customizations, and align design with business objectives.
  • Collaborate to shape the Solution Roadmap ensuring integration across key business functions.
  • Lead Agile delivery teams through sprint planning and backlog management for timely user stories delivery.
  • Oversee development, testing, and end-to-end process validation, defining the test scope for manufacturing scenarios.
  • Drive risk mitigation and provide guidance to keep the project aligned with program vision.
  • Coordinate cross-functional activities related to stakeholder engagement and change management.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Flexible work arrangements and paid family leave.
  • 401(k) plan with company match and opportunities to purchase company stock.
  • 12 holidays and 15 days of paid time off per year.
  • Well-being and recognition programs, including service anniversary rewards.
Full Job Description
For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $114,400 - $171,600 per year, which
includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United
States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within
the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a
comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward
points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits)
flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including
service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the
first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility
depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept
applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S.,
please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting
Compliance Form.

We are looking for a passionate, experienced and skilled Functional Lead (FL) to support the digital transformation within Schneider Electric. As a member of the Enterprise IT team within the Digital organization supporting the respective program scrum teams, you will lead definition, planning and delivery of iterative releases to digital platforms using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

General Summary:
As a Functional Lead, you will partner with Product Management and technical teams to drive transformation initiatives in a discrete manufacturing environment, specifically supporting Engineered-to-Order (ETO) and Configured-to-Order (CTO) processes. This role combines deep functional and technical expertise in SAP Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM) modules with leadership in solution design, process standardization, and large-scale ERP implementations. You will help shape the transformation roadmap, ensure alignment with business objectives, and deliver scalable, efficient solutions leveraging SAP S/4HANA and integrations with third-party systems.

  • Serve as the functional lead providing technical and process expertise, driving solution and process standardization across SAP PP and integrated platforms.
  • Partner with Product Owners and Managers to define scope, confirm required customizations, and identify value drivers; advise on design decisions and ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Collaborate with Solution Architects and technical teams to shape the Solution Roadmap and Architecture Runway, ensuring integration with Finance, Sales, Logistics, Project Systems (including ETO/CTO), Supply Chain, and third-party systems.
  • Lead and support Agile delivery teams through sprint planning, execution, and backlog management; ensure timely delivery of user stories and resolution of defects.
  • Oversee development, testing, and end-to-end process validation; define test scope and ensure coverage for complex manufacturing scenarios.
  • Drive risk mitigation, clear impediments, and provide guidance to maintain alignment with program vision and standards.
  • Coordinate cross-functional activities including stakeholder engagement, change management, and execution of comprehensive cutover plans for business and technical readiness.
  • Promote innovation and problem-solving to minimize customizations while meeting user needs; foster collaboration and continuous improvement across distributed teams.
  • Actively participate in program ceremonies such as PI Planning and backlog grooming to maintain transparency and alignment.


Requirements / Qualifications:

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in SAP PP/MM and discrete manufacturing environments.
  • Proven leadership in multiple complex ERP implementation projects and large-scale business transformation programs leveraging SAP technologies, including at least one full end-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementation in a discrete manufacturing environment (ETO/CTO).

Technical Expertise
  • Core Modules: SAP Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM).
  • Strong knowledge of Supply Chain Processes, Configure to Order (CTO), Make to Order (MTO), Make to Stock (MTS), Engineer to Order (ETO) product segments and supporting technologies.
  • Hands-on SAP S/4HANA experience; capable of designing, building, and implementing solutions.
  • Exposure to procurement tools like Ariba or Coupa (preferred but not mandatory).
  • Experience designing and developing integrations using SAP PI, SAP PO, SAP CPI, MuleSoft, and other middleware tools for third-party system connectivity.
  • Ability to provide configuration and analysis support for SAP Variant Configuration (VC) module, including classes, characteristics, tables, dependencies, profiles, and super BOMs/Routings.
  • Strong knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle and SAP implementation methodologies.
  • Strong understanding of shopfloor management and manufacturing execution systems.
  • Understanding of Agile principles and frameworks (Scrum and/or Kanban); SAFe experience highly desired.

Role Context:
  • This position is more back-office operational than Sales & Distribution (SD) roles, covering planning, manufacturing, and procurement under Supply Chain Management (SCM).
  • Collaborate with Solution Architects and technical teams to shape the Solution Roadmap and Architecture Runway, ensuring integration with Finance, Sales, Logistics, Project Systems (including ETO/CTO), Supply Chain, and third-party systems.

Core Competencies
  • Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills with ability to manage large work efforts and coordinate distributed teams.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to influence and drive process standardization.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking abilities in complex environments.


Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!

€36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a multinational corporation that specializes in energy management and automation solutions. The company was founded in 1836 and is headquartered in Rueil-Malmaison, France. Schneider Electric offers a wide range of products and services including electrical distribution, automation and control, and energy management. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in the industrial and commercial sectors. Schneider Electric is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets to reduce its environmental impact. The company has received numerous awards for its sustainability efforts and is recognized as a leader in the industry.
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