Manager Business Process Excellence SAP S4HANA Plan to Produce

About Us:

How many companies can say theyve been in business for over 177 years!

Here at ZEISS we certainly can! As the pioneers of science ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fastpaced world meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research Medical Technology Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42000 employees and have over 4000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference come join the team!

Location: Hybrid position. Location options include:

White Plains NY

Dublin CA

Hebron KY

Maple Grove MN

Whats the role

The Manager Business Process Excellence Plan to Produce plays a pivotal role in overseeing the comprehensive production planning and processes within the SAP S/4HANA framework. This position is essential for driving operational efficiency and effectiveness across all facets of production operations including supply chain planning production scheduling and maintenance management. The Manager will leverage SAP S/4HANAs advanced functionalities to optimize workflows enhance data visibility and facilitate seamless collaboration among crossfunctional teams. By implementing best practices and continuous improvement initiatives this role ensures that production processes align with organizational goals meet customer demands and adhere to quality and compliance standards. The Manager will also serve as a key leader in change management guiding teams through the transformation journey to maximize the benefits of the SAP S/4HANA implementation.

Sound Interesting

Heres what youll do:

Comprehensive Product Development Integration with SAP S/4HANA: Oversee the integration and optimization of product development tools and systems including CAD within the SAP S/4HANA environment. Ensure seamless connectivity and data flow across all stages of product development leveraging SAP capabilities to enhance efficiency and reduce time to market. Utilize SAPs advanced data management features to streamline processes and improve collaboration among teams.

Advanced Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) in SAP S/4HANA: Lead the management and continuous improvement of the product lifecycle process using SAP S/4HANAs PLM functionalities. This includes overseeing engineering changes version control and ensuring all product modifications comply with market and regulatory standards. Facilitate crossfunctional teams in leveraging SAP tools to proactively address lifecycle challenges and capitalize on opportunities.

Strategic Project and Portfolio Management with SAP Analytics: Develop and execute comprehensive project management strategies that align with organizational goals utilizing SAP S/4HANAs project management and portfolio management capabilities. Manage portfolio activities related to new products including milestone planning resource allocation and budget management. Employ SAPs advanced analytics to predict project outcomes and dynamically adjust strategies based on realtime data insights.

Enhanced Product Safety and Compliance Oversight through SAP Solutions: Champion the development and implementation of rigorous product safety and compliance protocols within the SAP S/4HANA framework. Incorporate sustainability into product design and manufacturing processes by utilizing SAPs compliance management tools. Regularly review and update compliance practices to meet evolving global standards ensuring alignment with SAPs regulatory reporting features.

Leadership in Change Management and Process Optimization with SAP S/4HANA: Mentor and guide teams through significant transformation initiatives related to the SAP S/4HANA implementation fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Implement strategic plans effectively ensuring robust change management practices that align with longterm corporate objectives and maximize the benefits of the SAP S/4HANA system.

Do you qualify

Masters degree in engineering Industrial Engineering or Business Administration. Proven track record in managing largescale projects especially in production planning and SAP ERP transformations.

Exceptional leadership and strategic thinking skills

Strong leadership and strategic planning skills coupled with robust analytical and organizational capabilities.

Nice to Haves:

Advanced project management capabilities.

Robust analytical and decisionmaking skills.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills capable of working with diverse teams and influencing leadership.

Proficient in change management capable of driving change across the organization.

The annual pay range for this position is $140000 $160000

The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location scope of role qualifications education experience & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.

This position is also eligible for a performance bonus or sales commissions. ZEISS also offers robust benefits including medical plans retirement savings plan and paid time off.

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Vacation and sick pay
• The list goes on!

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race color religion creed sex gender marital status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition military or veteran status citizen status sexual orientation pregnancy (includes childbirth breastfeeding or related medical condition) genetic predisposition carrier status gender expression or identity including transgender identity or any other class or characteristic protected by federal state or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates including relatives and friends).