Capacity Planning ConsultantBCForward • Indianapolis, IN, US

Capacity Planning Consultant

BCForward • Indianapolis, IN, US

4 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Capacity Planner Consultant with a strong background in SAP S / 4HANA to join our strategic operations team. This role is responsible for the overall planning and management of production capacity across our manufacturing and resource centers. The ideal candidate will leverage deep expertise in Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP) within S / 4HANA to optimize resource utilization, identify potential bottlenecks, and ensure alignment between sales forecasts, production schedules, and available resources.

Key Responsibilities

SAP S / 4HANA Configuration & Utilization

Design, configure, and implement Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP) and capacity leveling processes within the SAP S / 4HANA environment.
Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for all S / 4HANA modules related to capacity planning, including Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM) integration points.
Develop and maintain key SAP master data relevant to capacity, such as work center formulas, standard values, and production routings.
Customize capacity evaluation tools (e.g., standard SAP reports, Fiori apps) to provide clear visibility into resource loading and overload conditions.

Strategic Capacity Management & Planning

Lead the long-term, medium-term, and short-term capacity planning cycles, translating demand forecasts into detailed resource requirements (manpower, machinery, tooling).

Perform sophisticated capacity simulations and scenario planning (e.g., what-if analysis) to support business decisions regarding capital expenditure, resource reallocation, and subcontracting.

Identify, analyze, and communicate capacity constraints and risks to Supply Chain, Sales, and Operations leadership, developing mitigation strategies to ensure On-Time Delivery (OTD).

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for capacity utilization and efficiency, driving continuous improvement initiatives across the production floor.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Process Improvement

Collaborate closely with Production Scheduling to optimize capacity leveling activities and resolve resource conflicts.

Work with Engineering and Maintenance teams to accurately model machine availability and maintenance schedules within the capacity planning system.

Develop training materials and conduct workshops for end-users on S / 4HANA capacity planning best practices and new system functionalities.

Required Qualifications

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.

Experience : 5+ years of experience in Capacity Planning, Production Planning, or Manufacturing Operations, with at least 3 years in a consulting or lead role.

SAP S / 4HANA Expertise :

Demonstrable hands-on experience implementing and configuring Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP) in SAP S / 4HANA (or SAP ECC with significant S / 4 migration experience).

In-depth knowledge of Work Center management, Routings, Production Order functionality, and the integration of capacity with MRP (Material Requirements Planning).

Capacity Management : Proven experience developing strategic capacity models, performing rough-cut capacity planning (RCCP), and advanced scheduling.

Analytical Skills : Strong ability to analyze complex data sets, translate capacity utilization metrics into business insights, and drive data-driven decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications

SAP certification in Production Planning or Supply Chain Management (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate – Production Planning and Manufacturing in SAP S / 4HANA).

Experience with advanced planning and scheduling (APS) tools integrated with SAP, such as SAP IBP or SAP APO.

Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace, Defense, Automotive).

Company Description

About BCforward :

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Description

About BCforward : \r\n\r\nFounded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.\r\n\r\nBCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.\r\n\r\nBCforward is an equal opportunity employer.

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