Product Expert (f/m/d) for SAP Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS)

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

What you’ll build

Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) in SAP S/4HANA empowers companies to easily create feasible and optimized production plans and procurement proposals. PP/DS performs finite capacity planning, which means it considers real-world limitations and constraints, such as available machinery capacity or raw materials.

To accelerate the improvement and modernization of our solution, we are establishing a new development team in Walldorf following the Harmonized Product Operating Model.

We are looking for a Product Manager to build up and lead a new Empowered Product Team partnering closely with the teams of the PP/DS and IBP ecosystem.

• Define and drive the PP/DS Public Cloud vision
• Compile a comprehensive and executable Product Strategy to drive successful deliverables, adoption and customer success
• Drive roadmaps for your specific topics as Team Product Manager such as Cloud Enablement and Integration including ownership of backlog items and portfolio planning
• Ownership of scope items and collaboration with LoB PMs and engineering teams for continuous updates and evolution of delivered scope
• Collaborate across teams with product marketing, engineering, UX and the partner ecosystem
• Drive an AI-first approach by ensuring AI use cases are integrated into every new functionality to improve efficiency

What you bring

We expect

• University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in product management in software products, project/program management in development, or similar roles with knowledge in SAP S/4HANA Cloud
• Structured thinking, fast-learning, delivery-focused, and positive can-do attitude
• Experience with driving feature adoption
• Ability to work well with other team members across different locations
• A solution-oriented attitude in a highly innovative work environment
• Cloud mindset
• Excellent communication and external presentation skills
• Excellent English language skills written and oral, German language skills are a bonus

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with supply chain management concepts, PP/DS, IBP, APO or similar products

Where you belong

Our organization is responsible for the development and enhancement of Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) within SAP S/4HANA. You will join a dynamic new scrum team which will contribute to the success of SAP’s solutions around Supply Chain Planning.

In our collaborative environment, innovation and technical excellence are highly valued. This role offers opportunities for both personal and professional growth within a global organization. You will collaborate closely with other scrum teams and product management across various locations, including Walldorf, Budapest and Bangalore.

This position allows you to engage in the conceptualization, design, prototyping, and development of core PP/DS processes, providing you with a diverse and enriching work experience.

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.