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Chandana Vankayalapati

S/4 Hana Functional Consultant
St Albans

Summary

Results-driven SAP PP Consultant with over 7+ years of experience in production planning, process optimization, and cross-functional integration within high-performance environments. Proficient in SAP modules including PP, MM and QM with a strong track record of leading end-to-end implementations and system enhancements. Currently expanding expertise into advanced supply chain planning solutions, including Kinaxis RapidResponse, to drive agile and AI-driven supply chain transformations. Committed to leveraging a blend of SAP proficiency and emerging technologies to deliver innovative, scalable solutions that enhance operational efficiency and responsiveness..

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education

Work History

SAP PP/QM Consultant - S/4HANA Implementation & Support

Global Software Limited
11.2023 - Current
  • Customized Production Planning and Material Management processes for the retail industry.
  • Analyzed system interfaces and provided development support.
  • Delivered and managed master data according to team requirements.
  • Conducted Fit-to-Standard and Fit-to-Gap Workshops with business users during the Explore phase,identifying process deviations,aligning business requirements with SAP best Practices, and documenting gaps for functional realization.
  • Proficient in Greenfield and Brownfield implementations,with hands on experience in S/4 HANA 2021 for Production and Cross module integration with MM and QM.
  • Experienced in BOMs,routings,work Centers,production versions and integrated masterdata with MM.
  • Proven ability to streamline planning cycles,optimize production scheduling and reduce operational bottlenecks using smart configuration and KPI-based process evolution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
  • Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
  • Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.

SAP PP QM Consultant - S/4HANA Implementation & Support

Bristlecone India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2021 - 11.2023
  • Configured Material Requirement Planning (MRP), Demand Planning, and Production Scheduling.
  • Led SAP PP/QM implementation in automotive manufacturing, optimizing production and quality control.
  • Designed and configured BOM, Work Centers, and Routings to enhance production efficiency.
  • Developed Quality Management (QM) processes, including Inspection Lots, Notifications, and Results Recording.
  • Integrated SAP PP with MM and WM for better inventory management.
  • Supported Make-to-Stock (MTS) and Make-to-Order (MTO) models.
  • Conducted training sessions to ensure smooth SAP adoption among teams.

SAP Associate PPQM Consultant - Production Support

SAVIC Technologies
11.2017 - 08.2021
  • Provided SAP PP & QM support for manufacturing operations.
  • Conducted user workshops and SAP end-user training.
  • Performed IMG customization, unit testing, and system integration testing.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting transactional and master data issues.
  • Supported PP module in Make-to-Stock & Make-to-Order environments.
  • Configured Material Master, BOM, Work Centers, Routing, Production Versions.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

University of Greenwich
London, United Kingdom
09-2024

Skills

  • SAP Production Planning (PP):
    Advanced configuration and support of MRP, production orders, capacity planning, shop floor control, and order execution in discrete manufacturing environments

  • SAP S/4HANA Implementation:
    Hands-on experience with S/4HANA 2021, including embedded analytics, predictive MRP, and deployment in both greenfield and brownfield environments

  • Fit-to-Standard & Fit-Gap Workshops:
    Facilitated workshops during SAP Activate Explore phase to align business processes with SAP best practices, document deltas, and contribute to functional design

  • Cross-Functional Integration:
    Strong understanding of integration points across MM, WM, PM, and FICO to ensure smooth coordination between procurement, production, and maintenance processes

  • Master Data Governance:
    Skilled in creation and optimization of material masters, BOMs, routings, work centers, inspection plans, and production versions for data consistency and process accuracy

  • SAP Fiori & UX Enablement:
    Involved in testing and enabling Fiori apps to enhance usability and support real-time decision-making on production and quality tasks

  • Emerging Technologies – Kinaxis RapidResponse (Learning):
    Actively expanding skillset in Kinaxis RapidResponse to complement SAP expertise with agile, scenario-driven supply chain planning and next-gen digital solutions

  • Project Lifecycle & Methodologies:
    Delivered full SAP lifecycles using Agile, ASAP, and Activate methodologies; proficient in documentation, testing, and hypercare support

  • Process Improvement & Reliability:
    Demonstrated ability to reduce cycle times and optimize production through smart configuration, KPI tracking, and alignment with business goals

  • Stakeholder Collaboration & Enablement:
    Strong communicator with experience in conducting user workshops, training sessions, and preparing business process documentation (BPD/BPP)

  • Business Processes: MRP, SOP, Order Execution, Scheduling, Batch Management, Shop Floor Control

  • Configuration & Integration: PP-MM, PP-QM, PP-WM, custom transactions, ABAP object development

  • Project Execution: Business requirements gathering, gap analysis, system design, cut-over strategy

  • Training & Documentation: User training, test scripts, business process documentation (BPP)

Timeline

SAP PP/QM Consultant - S/4HANA Implementation & Support

Global Software Limited
11.2023 - Current

SAP PP QM Consultant - S/4HANA Implementation & Support

Bristlecone India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2021 - 11.2023

SAP Associate PPQM Consultant - Production Support

SAVIC Technologies
11.2017 - 08.2021

Master of Science - Computer Science

University of Greenwich

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