**About Cognizant’s SAP Practice** Cognizant’s SAP practice is part of our Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) unit. In Cognizant’s SAP practice, we help enterprises maximize business value in the digital economy. As part of this practice, you will drive digital acceleration, to prepare our clients for the approaching autonomous business by unlocking the value of digital with industry-specific outcomes. Our extended service portfolio and business solutions help our clients gain competitive leadership, discover new revenue streams and achieve business agility—all with the operational mandates of cost and efficiency. Cognizant Technology Solutions is currently seeking a highly skilled SAP PP Functional Consultant who will be catering to the North America customers and involves supporting proactive and reactive business opportunities such as managed services and transformation. The individual will be closely working with our onsite sales / delivery teams, and participate in solution discussions, and workshops. **Role:** SAP PP Functional Consultant **Job Level:** Manager **Location:** Boston, MA. Work from home - Hybrid. **Duration:** Full Time only **Job Summary:** We are seeking a Functional Architect with 10 to 12 years of experience in SAP Digital Manufacturing, SAP S/4HANA Cloud Manufacturing, and SAP S4 Hana Manufacturing (PP). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing processes and a good understanding of finance, accounting, and supply chain domains. This hybrid role requires a proactive individual who can work effectively in a day shift without the need for travel. **Responsibilities:** + Design and Implementation: Lead the design and implementation of SAP S/4HANA Cloud Manufacturing solutions to meet business requirements. + Integration: Oversee the integration of SAP S4 Hana Manufacturing (PP) with other modules and external systems. + Best Practices: Provide expert guidance on best practices for manufacturing processes within the SAP S/4HANA environment. + Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment of SAP solutions with business objectives. + Analysis and Optimization: Conduct thorough analysis of business processes and identify opportunities for improvement and optimization. + Documentation: Develop and maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures. + Project Management: Ensure the successful delivery of SAP projects by managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations. + Training and Support: Provide training and support to end-users to ensure effective utilization of SAP S/4HANA solutions. + Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal functionality and user satisfaction. + Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest SAP technologies and industry trends to continuously enhance system capabilities. + Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with finance, accounting, and supply chain teams to align SAP solutions with business needs. + Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations in all SAP-related activities. **Qualifications:** + Experience: Possess a minimum of 10 years of experience in SAP S/4HANA CloudManufacturing and SAP S4 Hana Manufacturing (PP). + Expertise: Demonstrate strong expertise in manufacturing processes and best practices within the SAP environment. + Knowledge: Have a good understanding of finance, accounting, and supply chain domains. + Skills: Exhibit excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address business process improvements. + Proficiency: Show proficiency in system integration and configuration within the SAP S/4HANA environment. + Communication: Display strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. + Industry Knowledge: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of SAP technologies and industry trends. + Project Management: Demonstrate the ability to manage projects and deliver results within specified timelines. + Training: Provide effective training and support to end-users to ensure optimal system utilization. + Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations in all SAP-related activities. **Salary and Other Compensation:** This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. **Benefits:** Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: + Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance + Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off + 401(k) plan and contributions + Long-term/Short-term Disability + Paid Parental Leave **Disclaimer:** The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.