PLM Manager – Consulting

. Lead strategy, design, implementation, and support of SAP PLM solutions across the enterprise .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timePhoenix • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $142,600 - $261,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading SAP PLM solutions, including implementation, integration, and process design, while managing cross-functional teams and client relationships. Proficient in SAP S/4HANA, engineering change management, and product lifecycle strategies to drive operational excellence and innovation.

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SAP PLM ImplementationSAP S/4HANA ExperienceEngineering Change ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

SAP PLMSAP S/4HANAProduct Lifecycle ManagementData MigrationConfiguration ManagementIntegration TestingSolution ArchitectureProcess DesignDocument ManagementBill of Materials Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsClient Service SkillsTechnical Writing SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

PTC WindchillSAP EPDProduct Engineering and OperationsSpecification ManagementRecipe Development

Certifications & Qualifications

SAP PLM CertificationSAP EPD Certification

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing TransformationQuality ManagementProduct Data GovernanceChange ManagementSupply Chain Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategy, design, implementation, and support of SAP PLM solutions across the enterprise
Own the SAP PLM roadmap and translate business priorities into process, data, integration, and technology initiatives
Lead end-to-end delivery across discovery, requirements, fit-to-standard design, configuration, development, testing, data migration, cutover, deployment, hypercare, and optimization
Design and govern PLM processes for product master data, document management, BOMs, classifications, specifications, engineering records, engineering changes, product structures, recipes, and new product introduction
Facilitate workshops, document current-state processes, define future-state capabilities, resolve design decisions, and secure approvals
Lead the PTC Windchill and SAP S/4HANA interface design and delivery, including architecture, data mapping, validation, error handling, monitoring, security, reconciliation, and support procedures
Coordinate system-of-record ownership, field mappings, synchronization rules, interface controls, and release/change-management workflows
Lead interface testing and operational readiness, including unit, integration, regression, performance, cutover, reconciliation, exception resolution, and production monitoring
Lead Engineering Change Management processes across PTC Windchill and SAP S/4HANA
Manage functional consultants, developers, data resources, testing teams, system integrators, and third-party vendors
Maintain solution quality through architecture reviews, design standards, clean-core principles, configuration governance, documentation, controls, and release management
Oversee testing strategy, defect management, data validation, cutover readiness, business continuity, and post-go-live stabilization
Identify delivery risks, dependencies, scope changes, and resource constraints; report status and recommendations to program leadership
Partner with change management and training teams to drive engagement, readiness, adoption, and measurable outcomes
Establish production incident, problem, enhancement, and service-management processes; monitor solution performance
Evaluate SAP innovations and product roadmaps to improve time-to-market, product quality, compliance, traceability, and engineering productivity
Advise clients on SAP capabilities in manufacturing and quality management; lead requirements, solution design, blueprinting, testing, documentation, configuration, customization, and integration
Manage engagement economics and resource planning, identify additional service opportunities, and lead specific RFP responses

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (4-year degree)
Typically 4–6 years of experience delivering SAP-enabled product lifecycle, engineering, and manufacturing transformation initiatives in complex enterprise environments
At least 3 years of experience with SAP ERP and/or SAP S/4HANA, including SAP PLM
Proven track record of leading teams to deliver project deliverables within critical deadlines
Experience managing an SAP project or workstream and project-based team members in the manufacturing space
Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service, and technical writing skills
Insight into best practices, benchmarking, peer company environments, and previous advisory roles pertinent to industry-specific production, quality management, and technology functions
Flexibility and willingness to travel to meet client needs; estimated travel of 40–60%
Consulting experience focused on leading SAP transformation projects and cross-functional delivery teams
SAP certifications in SAP PLM, SAP EPD, or related product development and engineering solutions
Experience with SAP PLM capabilities including DMS, Engineering Change Management, Classification, Bill of Materials management, variant configuration, product structures, and product data governance
Experience integrating SAP PLM processes with engineering, manufacturing, quality management, procurement, supply chain, and external product development systems
Experience with at least three full-cycle implementations of SAP PLM or related product development solutions in SAP S/4HANA environments
Experience with SAP product innovation and engineering solutions such as SAP EPD, Product Engineering and Operations, Product Compliance, Specification Management, and Recipe Development
Experience defining product lifecycle strategies, future-state processes, solution architecture, and implementation roadmaps
Experience managing client relationships, stakeholder expectations, project risks, delivery milestones, and cross-functional teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental coverage
Pension and 401(k) plans
A wide range of paid time off options
Professional growth
Personal fulfillment
Inclusive culture
Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities