SAP PP/QM Consultant required by our client on a contract basis inside IR35 for 6 months plus possible extensions working on a hybrid basis. SAP PP/QM Consultant required by our client on a contract basis inside IR35 for 6 months plus possible extensions working on a hybrid basis. Job Title : SAP PP/QM Consultant Key Qualifications : Proven experience in a Master Controller role. In-depth understanding of the operational impacts of Master Production Schedules (MPS). Strong expertise in SAP and MRP (or equivalent) systems. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ability to coordinate and initiate actions, take initiative, and adapt to changes effectively. Strong customer focus with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders. Commitment to working as part of a larger team is essential. Skilled in creating, maintaining, and managing manufacturing schedules or similar. Strong negotiation and analytical skills. Highly organized with keen attention to detail. Capable of working independently and escalating issues when appropriate. Motivated, adaptable, and flexible in approach. Role Responsibilities : Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) using information from High-Level and Project Plans, aligned with S&OP processes. Create, monitor, and control the MPS and SAP Build Plan with focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost; validate releases with Scheduler to support key warehouse picking activities. Issue scheduling documents, from the MPS to daily plans and trackers, to guide the team in following and delivering the schedule. Effectively control and communicate the MPS to stakeholders, maintaining a continuous cycle of planning, monitoring, and control. Create and manage Production & Rework Orders in SAP in a timely manner. Develop and share dashboards to monitor metrics, regularly updating the Planning Manager, Project Managers, and other key stakeholders. Prepare training materials for SAP planning functions and relevant transactions. Monitor and close Production, Rework, and other orders promptly. Identify and address Master Data errors with other teams that may impact the SAP Build Plan, Production Orders, or other operational controls. Track daily progress, verifying key information such as production or material delays, to ensure accurate plan alignment. Lead daily meetings with stakeholders to communicate the plan, secure site-wide buy-in, and coordinate effective execution of the MPS. Document SAP procedures and planning processes to train other team members, ensuring coverage at all times. Collaborate with operations, warehouse, and production managers for real-time updates to keep the SAP Build Plan aligned with the approved MPS. Work with planning team members to ensure plan adjustments do not disrupt other processes or facilities, considering factors like logistics, material storage, capacity constraints, and test and validation requirements. Validate necessary changes to the MPS with the planning team and obtain approval from the Planning Manager before release. Support Continuous Improvement initiatives as directed by the Planning Manager and contribute to a culture of ongoing improvement. Provide backup for other Master Schedulers or Operations Controllers when necessary. Escalate roadblocks and unresolved issues to the Planning Manager, Project Managers, and relevant stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders. Ensure adherence to the MPS and apply change management processes, securing approvals for any revisions prior to MPS release. Expert Resource is a leading specialist in SAP recruitment, offering broader capabilities across Oracle, Salesforce, Microsoft, ServiceNow and IT services. As a global partner, we work with clients on contract, permanent, and fixed-term opportunities. We are committed to delivering exceptional service and building strong professional relationships with both candidates and clients in markets where we have deep expertise and genuine interest.