Gerald Hiebler - SAP PP/QM Consultant in S/4HANA Projects

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Graz, Austria

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Experience

Jan 2022 - Present

4 years 11 months

External SAP Consultant

ACO Severin Ahlmann GmbH & Co. KG

Supported the internal IT department with SAP support for S/4Hana.
Processed tickets.
Further developed solutions.
Enhanced configuration models.
Trained key users and end users.
Documented solutions.

Jan 2022 - Present

4 years 11 months

Germany

PP/QM/LO-VC Module Lead

ACO Severin Ahlmann GmbH & Co. KG

SAP implementation/rollout of S/4Hana (DE).
Analyzed and documented existing processes.
Defined gaps and prepared development specifications.
Customized and developed system adaptations.
Created LO-VC models for configurable products.
Supported data migration.
Coordinated and set up master data.
Prepared training materials.
Trained key users.
Created test plans.

Jan 2022 - Dec 2024

3 years

Germany

QM Module Lead

Steeltec AG + GmbH

SAP implementation of S/4Hana (CH+DE).
Analyzed and documented existing processes.
Defined gaps and prepared development specifications.
Customized and developed system adaptations.
Transferred developments and forms from the legacy system.
Supported data migration.
Coordinated and set up master data.
Prepared training materials.
Trained key users.
Created test plans.

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

2 years

Switzerland

PP/LO-VC Module Lead

ACO Severin Ahlmann GmbH & Co. KG

SAP implementation/rollout of S/4Hana (CH).
Analyzed and documented existing processes.
Defined gaps and prepared development specifications.
Customized and developed system adaptations.
Created LO-VC models for configurable products.
Supported data migration.
Coordinated and set up master data.
Prepared training materials.
Trained key users.
Created test plans.

Jan 2017 - Present

9 years 11 months

External SAP Consultant for PP, QM, SD, LO/VC and ABAP development

Schmolz und Bickenbach

Provided SAP support and further developed the system.
Supported the internal IT department.
Analyzed and documented processes.
Prepared concepts.
Managed projects.
Introduced new processes.
Made customizing adjustments.
Adapted and created developments.
Processed tickets.
Made form adjustments.
Carried out data migrations.
Harmonized master data.

Jan 2017 - Present

9 years 11 months

External SAP Consultant

Steeltec AG + GmbH

Ongoing SAP support.
Process analysis and documentation.
Developing concepts.
Project management.
Introducing new processes.
Customizing adjustments.
Adjusting and creating developments.
Ticket handling.
Form adjustments.
Performing data migrations.
Master data harmonization.

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

1 year

PP Module Lead

Magna/Telemotive

SAP implementation.
Analysis and documentation of existing processes.
Developing a concept and prototype for implementing SAP PP to map the processes.
Setting up master data.
Training key users.
Data migration.
Customizing and development.

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

1 year

PP/QM/SD/LO-VC Module Lead

Steeltec AG + GmbH

SAP system carve-out.
Analysis and documentation of gaps resulting from the system separation.
Adjusting IDOC communication between manufacturing plants and sales companies.
Adjusting processes for certificate creation.
Supporting the SAP Basis team (transport route).
Supporting key users with testing.
Documentation and training.

Jan 2016 - Dec 2018

3 years

Germany

PP/QM/SD/LO-VC Module Lead

Böhler Uddeholm Deutschland

SAP implementation “Log Template”.
Analysis and documentation of existing processes.
Developing a detailed concept to meet customer-specific requirements.
Coordinating and setting up variant configuration.
Customizing and solution development.
Documentation and training for key users.
Subproject lead for the QM, PP, LO-VC and SD modules.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

QM Solution Designer

Thyssen Krupp

SAP implementation.
Analysis and documentation of existing processes.
Creating configuration documents to map processes in SAP.
Creating functional designs for custom developments.
Building a prototype based on the analyses.
Designing interfaces to transport systems and connections to scales.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

3 years

Project Employee in PP and LO/VC

EPC Electronic Payment Cards

SAP implementation.
Expansion of variant configuration.
Customizing adjustments for PP.
Development of customer-specific extensions.
Documentation and user training.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

3 years

External SAP Consultant for LO/VC, PP

Georg Fischer

Ongoing SAP support.
Analysis and enhancement of the configurator.
Integration of an ETO process into the existing solution.
Customizing adjustments for PP.
Documentation and user training.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

3 years

Module Lead for QM/PP/LO-VC/MM (Scrap Purchasing)

Stahlwerk Thüringen

SAP implementation.
Analysis and documentation of existing processes.
Preparation of a detailed concept to address customer-specific requirements.
Coordination and setup of variant configuration.
Customizing and development of the solution.
Documentation and training of key users.
Subproject lead for the QM, PP and LO-VC modules.
Design of interfaces to Level-2 systems.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

3 years

QM Project Employee (Steel-Specific Requirements)

Winkelmann Group

Global SAP implementation.
Analysis and documentation of existing processes.
Preparation of a high-level concept to address steel-specific requirements in QM (quality inspections, mapping of standards, processing of mill test certificates).
Customizing and development of the solution.

Mar 2013 - Present

13 years 9 months

Sole Proprietor

Gerald Hiebler IT-Consulting

Self-employed IT consultant focused on SAP (PP, QM, SD, LO-VC, DIMP) and S/4Hana.
Work in process analysis, solution design, Customizing, data migration, training, project management and go-live.

Jan 2013 - Dec 2016

4 years

External SAP Consultant

Schmolz + Bickenbach

Ongoing SAP support.
Ticket processing.
Customizing adjustments.
Form adjustments (Smart Forms).
Support for the rollout of the SAP group solution (Russia, China).

Jan 2013 - Dec 2014

2 years

Project Team Member in LO/VC

Habasit GmbH

Global SAP implementation.
Analysis and documentation of the existing configurator.
Design and implementation of a configuration model in SAP LO/VC.
Integration of SAP LO/VC with IPC.
Definition and setup of master data (characteristics, classes, configuration profile, material master records, bills of materials, routings).
Development and implementation of constraints, procedures, functions, and VC tables.
Development of function modules.
Creation of a custom user interface.
Documentation and user training.
Integration of the configurator with other SAP modules (SAP, PP, MM).
Data migration using LSMW.

Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

2 years

Germany

Module Lead for PP+QM

Buderus Edelstahl

Company code merger.
Analysis and harmonization of business processes.
Coordination of customizing, master data, and development work.
Extension of variant configuration (integration of developments).
Data migration.
Responsibility for system integration.
Programming of user exits and adjustment of developments.
Customizing of DIMP functions.
Subproject management.

Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

2 years

Sweden

Module Lead for PP+QM

Schmolz + Bickenbach AG

Rollout of the group solution “Steel Solution” (Sweden).
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
GAP analysis to incorporate local requirements into the group solution.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific adjustments and extensions (programming of user exits, enhancements, and smaller reports, and designing larger developments).
Extension of variant configuration.
Setup of DIMP functions.
Implementation of topflow (production feedback system).
Training and documentation.
Data migration.

Jan 2011 - Dec 2012

2 years

Mexico

Module Lead for QM

Schmolz + Bickenbach AG

Rollout of the group solution “Steel Solution” (Mexico).
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
GAP analysis to incorporate local requirements into the group solution.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific adjustments and extensions (programming of user exits, enhancements, and smaller reports, and designing larger developments).
Extension of variant configuration.
Training and documentation.
Data migration.

Jan 2011 - Dec 2011

1 year

Turkey

Module Lead for PP+QM

Schmolz + Bickenbach AG

Rollout of the group solution “Steel Solution” (Turkey).
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
GAP analysis to integrate local requirements into the group solution.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific changes and enhancements (programming of User Exits, Enhancements and smaller reports, and design of larger developments).
Enhancement of variant configuration.
Setup of DIMP functions.
Training and documentation.
Data migration.

Jan 2010 - Dec 2011

2 years

Denmark

Module Lead for PP+QM

Schmolz + Bickenbach AG

Rollout of the group solution “Steel Solution” (Denmark).
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
GAP analysis to integrate local requirements into the group solution.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific changes and enhancements.
Enhancement of variant configuration.
Creation of new routings incorporating technology tables using object dependencies.
Setup of DIMP functions.
Training and documentation.
Data migration.

Jan 2010 - Dec 2010

1 year

Responsible for solution design (SAP+MES system)

Böhler Schmiedetechnik

Introduction of serial numbers.
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
Documentation of possible solutions.
Analysis of existing interfaces and required changes.

Jan 2009 - Dec 2010

2 years

Module Lead for QM

Böhler Schmiedetechnik

Implementation of QM in manufacturing.
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
Preparation of a concept for mapping the processes.
Mapping of inspections performed in-house and in external testing labs.
Creation of interfaces to the PP module.
Development of customer-specific functions to map existing processes (programming of User Exits).
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific changes and enhancements.
Training and documentation.
Data migration.

Jan 2009 - Dec 2010

2 years

Switzerland

Module Lead for QM

Steeltec AG

Rollout of the group solution “Steel Solution” (Switzerland).
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
GAP analysis to integrate local requirements into the group solution.
Implementation of new interfaces for commissioning inspections at external labs.
Enhancement of variant configuration.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific changes and enhancements (programming of User Exits, Enhancements and smaller reports, and design of larger developments).
Setup of DIMP functions.
Training and documentation.
Data migration.

Dec 2008 - Feb 2013

4 years 3 months

SAP Group Manager, SCM

B&IT Business & IT Consulting GesmbH

Led an SAP group focused on Supply Chain Management.
Responsible for project management, solution design, and implementing SCM solutions.

Mar 2008 - Dec 2008

10 months

IT Manager

Böhler Schmiedetechnik

Responsible for the company’s IT infrastructure and systems.
Coordinated IT projects and supported business departments.

Jan 2008 - Dec 2009

2 years

Austria

SAP Consultant

Böhler Schmiedetechnik/Buderus Schmiedetechnik

Consulted on and supported SAP projects (Austria).
Scrap management.
SAP project management.
Customer data exchange based on delivery schedules.
Mapping of subcontracting processes.
Customizing and implementing customer-specific changes and extensions (programming user exits and smaller reports).
Training and documentation.
Report development.

Jan 2008 - Dec 2009

2 years

Germany

QM Module Manager

Schmolz + Bickenbach Blankstahl GmbH

Set up and introduced the group solution “Steel Solution” (Germany).
Analyzed and documented existing business processes.
Developed a concept for mapping QM processes in SAP.
Set up quality inspections for goods receipt and production orders.
Created an interface to transfer data from supplier certificates and measuring machines.
Developed a customer-specific solution for generating certificates (designed, tested, and launched the entire application).
Developed customer-specific applications to support processes.
Created tools for data migration.
Introduced the solution, provided training, and launched it.
Defined an authorization concept for the QM module and related areas (MM, PP, SD).
Contributed to setting up variant configuration.
Set up functions from DIMP.
Customized and implemented customer-specific changes and extensions.
Training and documentation.

Jan 2007 - Dec 2008

2 years

Germany

PP Module Manager

Böhler Schmiedetechnik/Buderus Schmiedetechnik

System consolidation/process changes (Germany).
Analyzed and documented existing business processes.
Developed a system consolidation concept (changing from make-to-order production to make-to-stock production).
Customized and migrated existing programs in the PP area.
Adapted programs for make-to-stock production (programmed the changes).
Migrated master data (material masters, variant configuration, dependencies, and routings).
Migrated ongoing production orders.
Contributed to the concept and implementation in the QM module (integration of inspection planning).
Contributed to implementing interfaces with other SAP systems (for processing purchase orders).
Set up functions from DIMP.
Introduced and launched the solution, and provided on-site support in the SD, MM, PP, and QM modules.
Training and documentation.

Feb 2006 - Mar 2008

2 years 2 months

SAP Senior Consultant

B&IT Business & IT Solutions GesmbH

Worked as an SAP Senior Consultant on customer projects.
Focused on process analysis, customizing, and implementing SAP solutions.

Jan 2006 - Dec 2007

2 years

Brazil

External Module Lead for PP, QM and Hydra

Villares Metals

Developed a concept for introducing SAP in the PP, QM, SD, FI, and CO areas.
Contributed to the concept for introducing a MES system (Hydra) (Brazil).
Analyzed and documented business processes.
Presented and aligned the work with the customer.
Contributed to developing the overall concept.
Analyzed the overall solution, focusing on integration with other modules and systems (Hydra, Gamed).
Set up functions from DIMP.
Designed and implemented variant configuration.
Designed and contributed to implementing a customer-specific interface between SAP and Hydra.
Contributed to planning the data migration.

Jan 2006 - Dec 2006

1 year

Austria

Subproject Manager

Böhler Edelstahl

Implemented and introduced the concept for integrating the machining center with SAP and non-SAP systems (Austria).
Prepared detailed specifications and programming guidelines.
Tested the solution and aligned it with the customer.
Trained users.
Rolled out and launched the solution.
Provided follow-up support.

Jan 2005 - Dec 2005

1 year

Austria

Project Manager

Böhler Edelstahl

Developed a concept for integrating the machining center into the existing system landscape (SAP and non-SAP system) (Austria).
Collected and documented existing processes.
Developed a concept for mapping the processes in the existing system landscape.
Designed a 3-dimensional optimizer for the cutting process.

Jan 2004 - Dec 2005

2 years

Austria

Employee

Böhler Edelstahl

Supported the local production planning system (non-SAP) (Austria).
Fixed errors.
Supported users.
Developed new functions and modified existing ones.
Developed concepts for integrating new plants into the system landscape.

Jan 2004 - Dec 2005

2 years

Austria

Employee

Böhler Schmiedetechnik

Support for production planning processes in SAP (Austria).
Troubleshooting.
Development of new functions and changes to existing functions.
Evaluation of connecting a shop-floor solution.

Jan 2003 - Dec 2004

2 years

Austria

Subproject Manager

Böhler Edelstahl

Development of new concepts for the local production planning system (non-SAP system) (Austria).
Development of new concepts for connecting an SAP R/3 system to a local shop-floor system.
Creation of concepts for developing new functionalities.

Aug 2002 - Feb 2006

3 years 7 months

Internal Support for SAP and Local Systems

Intesy Business & IT Solutions

Support for internal SAP systems and local IT systems.
User support and further development of the system landscape.

Jan 2002 - Dec 2002

1 year

Austria

Project Employee

Böhler Edelstahl

Evaluation of an SAP R/3 + APO implementation (Austria).
Design of SAP solutions to replace the local production planning system.
Development of a prototype.

Jan 2001 - Dec 2002

2 years

Austria

Module Support for the PP, QM, SD, SM Modules

Artesyn Technologies

SAP support (Austria).
Worldwide support for company locations (handling issues and further developing the system).
Mapping of new processes.
Training and documentation.

Jan 1999 - Dec 2001

3 years

Austria

Subproject Manager for PP

Artesyn Technologies

SAP R/3 implementation at 4 manufacturing sites (Austria, Hungary, Ireland, China).
Subproject Manager for the PP team.
Analysis and documentation of processes.
System configuration to introduce series production and Kanban.
Creation of master data.
Project management and cost control.
Migration of master data from legacy systems.
Training and documentation.

Jan 1995 - Dec 1999

5 years

Austria

Materials Manager

Artesyn Technologies

Set up a purchasing organization (Austria).
Introduced processes for material requirements planning and purchasing.
Coordinated supply with sales and production.
Measured and continuously improved key metrics (inventory turnover, production supply reliability, ABC analyses).
Set up an SCM process from customer to supplier.
Contributed to ISO9001 certification (responsible for purchasing).
Introduced system-supported stocktaking and cycle counting.
Introduced a Kanban system within manufacturing.

Jan 1993 - Dec 1993

1 year

Austria

Technical Project Manager for PP, SD and MM

Artesyn Technologies

Implemented a PPS system (Chess, MRP2 Level) (Austria).
Mapped processes in the system (system configuration, master data setup).
Implemented the system.
Trained users.

Aug 1991 - Jul 2002

11 years

Production Planning, Materials Manager, Internal SAP Support

Artesyn Austria GesmbH & Co KG

Responsible for production planning, materials management and internal SAP support (since 1999).

Jan 1991 - Dec 1993

3 years

Austria

Production Planner

Artesyn Technologies

Production planning and material supply/distribution in an electronics manufacturing facility (Austria).
Issued and planned production orders.
Supplied materials to manufacturing.
Introduced integrated processes.
Continuously improved processes.

Industry experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, Information Technology, Professional Services, Automotive, and Construction.

Manufacturing

Metals and Mining

Information Technology

Professional Services

Automotive

Construction

Business area experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Production, Quality Assurance, and Operations.

Information Technology

Supply Chain Management

Project Management

Production

Quality Assurance

Operations

Skills

Sap Expertise: Modules Pp, Qm, Sd, Lo-Vc; Dimp Functions; Experience Implementing S/4hana (1 Implementation In The Qm Module, 1 Implementation In The Pp And Lo/Vc Modules); Abap Development (User Exits, Enhancements, Reports And Programs); Interfaces To Mes/Qis Systems; Data Migrations (Lsmw + Migration Cockpit); Form Development (Smart Forms, Sap Script)
Focus Areas: Process Analysis; Solution Design; Design Of Customer-Specific Applications (Link Between Users, Process Owners And Developers); Customizing; Customer-Specific Adaptations And Enhancements; Training And Documentation; Conducting And Leading Integration Tests; Project Management And Controlling; Data Migration And Go-Live
Other It Skills: Microsoft Products (Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Project, Visio, Outlook); Design Of Relational Database Models; Database Queries Using Sql

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Sep 1983 - Jun 1988

HTBL Kapfenberg

Matura, Ing. der Elektrotechnik · Electrical Engineering · Kapfenberg, Austria

Sep 1979 - Jun 1983

Hauptschule Breitenau

Breitenau, Austria

Sep 1975 - Jun 1979

Volksschule Breitenau

Breitenau, Austria

Certifications & licenses

Einkäuferlehrgang am Wifi Graz

Fischhoff Seminare (Führung und Management)

Lotus Notes Kurs

Microsoft Basiskurs

SAP LO225 (Serienfertigung)

SAP SCM242 (Produktionsplanung im APO-PPDS)

SAP SCM360 (Kapazitätsplanung im SAP R/3 und APO)

SAP TASCM1 (SCM und APO Einführungskurs)

SAP WDE500 (Mill Solution Workshop)

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 45

Experience in Manufacturing 33.5 y

Avg length 3 y

Longest experience 13 y 8 m

Global experience

Countries worked in 8 (Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Sweden, Mexico, +3)

Primary country Austria

Expertise

Recent roles External SAP Consultant, PP/QM/LO-VC Module Lead, QM Module Lead

Main industries Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, Information Technology

Main business areas Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, Project Management

Qualifications

Certifications earned 9

Member since

February 2026

Last update

October 2026

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Gerald is based in Graz, Austria and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

Gerald speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

Gerald has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Gerald has worked in at least 35 different roles and for 26 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months. Note that Gerald may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Gerald would be well-suited for roles such as: External SAP Consultant, PP/QM/LO-VC Module Lead, QM Module Lead.

Gerald's most recent position is External SAP Consultant at ACO Severin Ahlmann GmbH & Co. KG.

In recent years, Gerald has worked for ACO Severin Ahlmann GmbH & Co. KG, Steeltec AG + GmbH, Schmolz und Bickenbach, and Gerald Hiebler IT-Consulting.

Gerald is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, and Information Technology. Gerald also has some experience in Professional Services, Automotive, and Construction.

Gerald is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, and Project Management. Gerald also has some experience in Production, Quality Assurance, and Operations.

Gerald has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Metals and Mining.

Gerald has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Project Management, and Supply Chain Management.

Gerald attended HTBL Kapfenberg for Electrical Engineering.

Gerald has 9 certificates. Among them, these include: Einkäuferlehrgang am Wifi Graz, Fischhoff Seminare (Führung und Management), and Lotus Notes Kurs.

Gerald will be available part-time from February 2027.

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