Joshua Bookamire
Mechanicsburg,PA
Summary
Dynamic SAP Functional Analyst with extensive experience in SAP PP and SAP MM, supporting 50+ manufacturing plants. Proven success leading full SAP implementations, improving production planning processes, and preparing organizations for S/4HANA through process standardization and master data governance. Hands-on expertise with BOMs, routings, work centers, and material master configuration, with additional experience in SAP Digital Manufacturing and enterprise labeling (Loftware). Known for collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver practical, high-impact solutions that streamline manufacturing operations and supply chain performance. SAP S4HANA PPDS certified.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SAP Systems Analyst
Carlisle Construction Materials
02.2023 - Current
- Led multiple full SAP implementations for newly acquired companies, ensuring seamless system integration and process alignment across all functional areas during M&A transitions.
- Delivered targeted PP/MM process enhancements by identifying optimization opportunities through SAP process reviews and driving technical improvements to completion.
- Facilitated design workshops, gathered requirements, and performed gap analyses to translate business needs into scalable SAP solutions.
- Strengthened project management capabilities by defining solution designs, estimating timelines, and presenting implementation plans for complex business and technical challenges.
- Provide ongoing SAP support for 50+ plants and warehouses, including issue resolution, end-user training, and functional configuration across SAP PP, SAP MM, and related modules.
- Partner with production teams to optimize manufacturing processes, ensuring alignment with SAP best practices and operational efficiency goals.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, enhance system usability, and align SAP capabilities with evolving business needs.
- Support S/4HANA readiness efforts with a focus on data consistency, process standardization, and future-state functional design.
- Led the implementation of SAP Digital Manufacturing (SAP DM), enabling real-time shop floor visibility, increased production efficiency, and tighter integration with SAP ECC.
- Directed the enterprise labeling system migration to Loftware, integrating it with SAP and managing 200+ industrial printing devices across North American manufacturing sites.
Production Scheduler/Procurement Buyer
Carlisle Construction Materials
11.2017 - 02.2023
- Promoted to SAP Systems Analyst in recognition of strong cross-functional knowledge in scheduling, materials management, and SAP system expertise.
- Oversaw both production scheduling and raw material purchasing for 3+ manufacturing plants, ensuring continuous production flow and alignment with customer delivery requirements.
- Developed and maintained production plans in SAP, coordinating closely with plant teams to optimize capacity, reduce waste, and align with inventory targets.
- Managed supplier communication, purchase orders, and inbound logistics to ensure timely material availability and minimal production downtime.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams in procurement, operations, and logistics to streamline planning processes and improve supply chain performance.
- Contributed to multiple process improvement and SAP enhancement projects, strengthening data accuracy and system usage across planning and purchasing functions.
- Set schedules for between 70 and 250 staff by planning and designating shifts and hours.
- Built a strong foundation in SAP Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM) modules, preparing for advancement into a system-facing, cross-plant analyst role.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA06-2020
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA06-2017
Skills
- SAP Production Planning/ Detailed Scheduling (PPDS) certified
- SAP Procure 2 Pay / Materials Management (MM)
- S/4 HANA Ready
- SAP Digital Manufacturing (DM) Experience
- Master data management
- System implementation
- Lean manufacturing principles
- End user support
- Requirements gathering
- User acceptance testing
- Technical documentation
- Enterprise labeling system integration
Certification
- SAP Certified Associate - SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, Production Planning and Manufacturing
- Loftware Cloud Label Design
Timeline
SAP Systems Analyst
Carlisle Construction Materials
02.2023 - Current
Production Scheduler/Procurement Buyer
Carlisle Construction Materials
11.2017 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business
Pennsylvania State University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Harrisburg Area Community College