Business Process Excellence Manager, Plan to Produce

ZEISS in India is headquartered in Bengaluru and operates in various sectors including Industrial Quality Solutions, Research Microscopy Solutions, Medical Technology, Vision Care, and Sports & Cine Optics. The company has established 3 production facilities, an R&D center, Global IT services, and approximately 40 Sales & Service offices across Tier I and Tier II cities in India. With a workforce of over 2200 employees and continuous investments spanning 25 years in India, ZEISS's success story in the country is progressing rapidly. ZEISS, as a technology and innovation-driven enterprise, is dedicated to developing, manufacturing, and offering highly innovative products and solutions across diverse business fields while constantly pushing the boundaries of what is achievable. Operating globally in the optics and optoelectronics sectors, ZEISS generates revenue exceeding 10.1 billion euros with around 44,000 employees in 50 countries. Founded in Germany in 1846, ZEISS takes pride in its rich heritage and is wholly owned by a foundation, emphasizing responsibility in all its endeavors. A significant portion of revenue, currently 15%, is invested in science and R&D. ZEISS firmly believes that innovation and technology play a crucial role in shaping a sustainable future and addressing global challenges. The role of Business Process Excellence Manager - Plan to Produce at ZEISS involves spearheading the transformation and enhancement of end-to-end production planning and execution processes. This position is pivotal in driving operational efficiency and effectiveness in production operations, encompassing supply chain planning, production scheduling, and maintenance management through the implementation of SAP S/4HANA. Key Responsibilities: - Ownership of the P2X workstream for Production planning & execution processes throughout design, deployment, and sustain phases. - Conduct process analysis and design to identify inefficiencies, gather business requirements, and facilitate Fit to Standard workshops. - Design AS-IS & TO-BE process maps utilizing SAP S/4HANA capabilities, and translate identified process gaps into functional designs. - Lead external consulting support, engage with workstream leads for best practice sharing, and align strategic plans with ZEISS's broader business goals. - Drive effective communication and change management by engaging stakeholders and facilitating adaptation to new processes and systems. Required Knowledge & Experience: - Bachelor's/master's degree in business administration, Production, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, SCM, or a related field. - Minimum of 8 years experience in Production Planning & Execution domain or managing projects focused on business process excellence, particularly within SAP ERP transformations. - Proficiency in SAP S4 HANA PP (Production Planning) and experience in Production Planning processes such as Material & Production planning, Shop floor planning, Demand/Forecast planning, IBP- integrated Business planning, and MES- MFG execution system (SAP DM- Digital manufacturing). Joining the ZEISS team presents an opportunity to contribute to the company's growth trajectory and be part of a transformative journey that shapes the future of technology and innovation.,