Dana Incorporated

SAP Production Planning Systems Lead

Dana Incorporated

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Novi • Missouri • United States

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Develop and execute mid-term (1–2 years) and long-term (3–5 years) strategies in collaboration with the SAP Release Lead.
  • Serve as SAP Solution Architect, accountable for the design and implementation of SAP capabilities specific to Production Planning and Materials Management.
  • Optimize and configure SAP Production Planning modules to meet business needs.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
  • Drive efficiency through innovation and automation initiatives.
  • Lead future SAP implementations across Dana facilities.
  • Define and gather requirements for enhancements and new implementations within Production Planning.
  • Ensure all system processes, customizations, and configurations adhere to quality standards.
  • Collaborate with developers and technical teams to implement functional specifications and resolve issues promptly.
  • Monitor and manage issue resolution, ensuring timely tracking and reporting.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or Technical discipline required (or equivalent 8+ years of related experience).
  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum 7+ years of relevant professional experience.
  • Fluency in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
  • Strong knowledge of project methodology and process modeling.
  • Expertise in developing functional specifications, integration test plans, and conducting user acceptance testing.
  • Deep understanding of business processes and their integration points.
  • Ability to identify and resolve critical issues efficiently.
  • Hands-on experience with: o MRP, ATP, BOM/Routing development, Serial Number tracking, Repetitive Manufacturing, Batch Management o SAP MRP and Production Planning modules (technical and functional aspects) o MES and PLM system integration o SAP Fiori applications within PP/MM modules
  • Proven track record in end-to-end solution delivery (requirements, design, configuration, training, support).
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
SAP Solution ArchitectProduction PlanningMaterials ManagementMRPATPBOM/Routing developmentRepetitive ManufacturingBatch ManagementSAP FioriIntegration test plans
Soft skills
relationship buildingleadershipmentoringproblem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationinnovationefficiencyteam developmentstakeholder engagement
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree