SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Consultant


  • Job ID:

    4931
  • Pay rate range:

    $70/hr - $80/hr
  • City:

    Chicago
  • State:

    IL
  • Duration:

    06/22/2025 - 11/22/2025
  • Job Type:

    Contract
  • Job Description:

    Position: SAP S/4HANA PLM Consultant (EPD/IPD & Recipe Development)

    Client: Big Four Consulting Firm

    Location: Chicago, IL (Remote working arrangement, aligned to central time zone business hours, will be permitted)

    Travel: Up to 40% travel to the project site will be required through September (Client will cover the costs)

    Duration: 5+ Months

    Pay: $70-$80 per hour (W-2 only)

    Citizenship: U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders only (H1-B sponsorship will not be granted)

    Job Summary:

    We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA PLM Consultant with a strong background in Enterprise Product Development (EPD) or Integrated Product Development (IPD) and recipe development. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of hands-on experience in implementing and supporting PLM solutions in an SAP S/4HANA environment, especially focused on process industries and product lifecycle management.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Implement and configure SAP S/4HANA PLM modules, specifically EPD or IPD, aligned with business requirements.
    • Lead or support recipe development processes, including formula management, material specifications, and compliance tracking.
    • Collaborate with R&D, quality, and production teams to optimize product data management and lifecycle tracking.
    • Customize and enhance PLM workflows, data models, and user interfaces.
    • Conduct workshops, gather requirements, and translate business needs into technical specifications.
    • Develop test scenarios, perform unit/integration testing, and support user acceptance testing (UAT).
    • Ensure data integrity and compliance with industry regulations (e.g., FDA, REACH, etc.) where applicable.
    • Provide training and post-go-live support to end-users and stakeholders.
    • Work closely with cross-functional teams (SAP MM, PP, QM, and other modules) for integrated solutions.

    Required Qualifications:

    • 3–5 years of hands-on experience as an SAP PLM Consultant in S/4HANA environments.
    • Expertise in SAP PLM modules, particularly EPD (Enterprise Product Development) or IPD (Integrated Product Development).
    • Strong understanding of recipe development processes, including specification management and formulation.
    • Experience with SAP Fiori apps related to PLM and product development.
    • Familiarity with product structure, change management, and compliance tracking.
    • Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience in regulated industries (e.g., pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food & beverage).
    • Understanding of SAP EH&S, SAP Document Management System (DMS), and integration with PLM modules.
    • SAP certification in PLM or S/4HANA.
    • Prior experience with Agile or hybrid implementation methodologies.

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