Functional Senior Consultant - Plant maintainance - K5

Syntax is a leading Managed Cloud Provider for Mission Critical Enterprise Applications and has been providing comprehensive technology solutions to businesses of all sizes since 1972. Syntax has undisputed strength to implement and manage ERP deployments (Oracle, SAP) in a secure and resilient private, public or hybrid cloud. With strong technical and functional consulting services, and world-class monitoring and automation, Syntax serves some of North America’s largest corporations across a diverse range of industries. Syntax has offices worldwide, and partners with Oracle, SAP, AWS, Microsoft, IBM and other global technology leaders.

Job Title: Functional Senior Consultant – SAP Plant Maintenance (PM)

Job Summary:
The Senior SAP PM Consultant is pivotal in driving the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP Plant Maintenance solutions at Syntax. This role demands strong functional expertise and the ability to collaborate effectively with business stakeholders, technical teams, and project management. The Senior SAP PM Consultant ensures efficient maintenance operations and seamless system integration across the enterprise, ultimately enhancing operational performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support end-to-end SAP PM implementations, rollouts, and enhancements across multiple projects.


• Analyze business requirements, identify process gaps, and design effective SAP PM solutions to meet operational and maintenance needs.


• Configure key PM components such as preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, work orders, notifications, equipment management, task lists, and maintenance planning.


• Ensure integration between PM and other SAP modules, including MM, PP, QM, and FI/CO.


• Collaborate closely with functional and technical teams to develop interfaces, customizations, and reports.


• Develop and execute testing plans (unit, integration, UAT) and manage defect resolution.


• Prepare comprehensive documentation, including functional design specifications, configuration guides, test scripts, and training materials.


• Deliver end-user training, knowledge transfer, and post go-live support.


• Support data migration activities and validate PM master data (equipment, functional locations, task lists).


• Act as a key advisor to business stakeholders, recommending SAP PM best practices and continuous process improvements.


• Participate in solution design workshops and contribute to the overall SAP system architecture.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical/business field.


• At least 7+ years of hands-on experience in SAP PM configuration and support.


• Strong understanding of maintenance processes in manufacturing, utilities, or asset-intensive industries.


• Proven experience in SAP ECC or S/4HANA environments (S/4HANA preferred).


• Solid knowledge of integration points with MM, PP, QM, and FI/CO modules.


• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver solutions under tight deadlines.


• Experience working in global, cross-functional project teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP PM Certification.


• Experience with S/4HANA Asset Management and Fiori apps.


• Knowledge of EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) integration.


• Familiarity with mobility solutions, IoT integrations, or predictive maintenance tools.


• Project management or team leadership experience.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Industrial Management (required).


• SAP Certified Application Associate – Plant Maintenance (preferred).

This job description outlines the key aspects of the Functional Senior Consultant – SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) role at Syntax and is designed to attract qualified candidates who are ready to contribute to our team's success

Why Syntax?

Become a part of our success story and work in a company with exciting innovation projects that are causing a stir across the industry. We recently launched one of the world's most advanced manufacturing facilities based on SAP S/4HANA Cloud and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud for Execution - for Smart Press Shop, a pioneering joint venture between Porsche and forming specialist Schuler.  

• Competitive, above-average compensation


• Global tourist: With us, you can also work from abroad from time to time


• Flexible working time models, home office


• Attractive benefits, e.g. company pension scheme or various health offers


• A modern environment in which the "you" is part of it


• Open feedback culture, flat hierarchies and a motivated team


• Individual career planning with continuous training and coaching on the job

You see a personal challenge in this responsible task? Apply now - and become part of the SYNTAX team!

Syntax is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.