The S/4 Plan to Produce (P2X) Solution Consultant is a key internal role within the Corporate IT function at ZEISS, focused on designing and implementing SAP S/4HANA solutions in the production planning and manufacturing (Plan to Produce) domain across multiple roll-in projects

• This position is responsible for both functional and technical solution design, ensuring effective integration within the supply chain environment, particularly in the Production Planning (PP) and Quality Management (QM) modules
• Contribute to ZEISS's global transformation from SAP R/3 to SAP S/4HANA through a greenfield implementation approach
• Serve as an expert and subproject leader within larger IT initiatives, focusing on Plan to Produce (P2X) processes
• Act as the link between IT and business functions, supporting SAP key users across departments and coordinating with external IT partners as needed
• Provide 2nd and 3rd level support, identifying and implementing effective workarounds and long-term solutions to recurring system issues
• Perform root cause analyses, develop, test, and deploy bug fixes and enhancements
• Maintain comprehensive documentation, including solution details, training materials, and user instructions

Occasional business trips to Germany may also be required

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Solution Consultant or Architect in SAP transformation projects, ideally within the Plan to Produce (P2X) domain
• Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA technologies, including cloud integration and third-party system connectivity
• Solid understanding of global template processes within the P2X and related domains
• Deep process knowledge in SAP PP and QM, with hands-on customizing experience in SAP PP and preferably SAP QM
• Relevant SAP certifications or equivalent professional qualifications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex system and business scenarios
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging across technical and business teams
• Additional certifications in project management or related areas
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a multinational environment
• Expertise in cloud solutions and SAP S/4HANA integrations
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies

Travel required within the Americas, particularly during go-live and post-go-live phases

• The annual salary range for this position based on location:
• NY/Metro: 130,000 - 150,000 Central/Midwest Regions: 105,000 - 125,000
• 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!
• 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