Gerald Hiebler - External SAP Consultant

Q: Where is Gerald based?

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

Q: What languages does Gerald speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Gerald have?

Gerald has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Gerald has worked in at least 39 different roles and for 26 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months . Note that Gerald may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Gerald's latest experience?

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

Q: What companies has Gerald worked for in recent years?

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

Q: Which industries is Gerald most experienced in?

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

Q: Which business areas is Gerald most experienced in?

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

Q: Which industries has Gerald worked in recently?

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

Q: Which business areas has Gerald worked in recently?

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

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Graz, Austria

Experience

Jan 2022 - Present

4 years 2 months

External SAP Consultant

ACO Severin Ahlmann GmbH & Co. KG

Supporting the internal IT department in SAP support for S/4Hana.
Processing tickets.
Further development of solutions.
Expanding configuration models.
Training key users and end users.
Documenting solutions.

Jan 2022 - Present

4 years 2 months

Germany

Module Lead PP/QM/LO-VC

ACO Severin Ahlmann GmbH & Co. KG

SAP implementation/rollout S/4Hana (DE).
Analyzing and documenting existing processes.
Defining gaps and creating development specifications.
Customizing and developing system enhancements.
Creating LO-VC models for configurable products.
Supporting data migration.
Coordinating and setting up master data.
Preparing training materials.
Training key users.
Creating test plans.

Jan 2022 - Dec 2024

3 years

Germany

Module Lead QM

Steeltec AG + GmbH

SAP implementation S/4Hana (CH+DE).
Analyzing and documenting existing processes.
Defining gaps and creating development specifications.
Customizing and developing system enhancements.
Adopting developments and forms from the legacy system.
Supporting data migration.
Coordinating and setting up master data.
Preparing training materials.
Training key users.
Creating test plans.

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

2 years

Switzerland

Module Lead PP/LO-VC

ACO Severin Ahlmann GmbH & Co. KG

SAP implementation/rollout S/4Hana (CH).
Analyzing and documenting existing processes.
Defining gaps and creating development specifications.
Customizing and developing system enhancements.
Creating LO-VC models for configurable products.
Supporting data migration.
Coordinating and setting up master data.
Preparing training materials.
Training key users.
Creating test plans.

Jan 2017 - Present

9 years 2 months

External SAP Consultant in PP, QM, SD, LO/VC and ABAP Development

Schmolz und Bickenbach

SAP support and enhancement.
Supporting the internal IT department.
Analyzing and documenting processes.
Developing concepts.
Project management.
Implementing new processes.
Customizing adjustments.
Adapting and developing enhancements.
Processing tickets.
Modifying forms.
Data migrations.
Master data harmonization.

Jan 2017 - Present

9 years 2 months

External SAP Consultant

Steeltec AG + GmbH

Ongoing SAP support.
Analysis and documentation of processes.
Creation of concepts.
Project management.
Implementation of new processes.
Adjustments in customizing.
Adjusting and creating custom developments.
Handling tickets.
Form adjustments.
Performing data migrations.
Master data harmonizations.

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

1 year

PP Module Lead

Magna/Telemotive

SAP implementation.
Analysis and documentation of existing processes.
Concept and prototype creation for SAP PP implementation to map processes.
Setting up master data.
Key user training.
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 due to system separation.
Adjustment of IDOC communication between manufacturing plants and sales companies.
Process adjustments for certificate creation.
Support for the basis team (transport routes).
Support for key users during 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.
Creation 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.
Sub-project 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.
Creation of configuration documents to map processes in SAP.
Creation of functional designs for additional developments.
Prototype development based on the analyses.
Design of interfaces to transport systems and scale integration.

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

3 years

Project Associate in PP and LO/VC

EPC Electronic Payment Cards

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

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

3 years

External SAP Consultant for LO/VC, PP

Georg Fischer

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

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

3 years

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

Stahlwerk Thüringen

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

Jan 2014 - Dec 2016

3 years

Project Associate QM (Steel specifics)

Winkelmann Group

Global SAP implementation.
Analysis and documentation of existing processes.
Creation of a high-level concept for addressing steel-specific requirements in QM (quality inspections, mapping standards, handling mill test certificates).
Customizing and solution development.

Mar 2013 - Present

13 years

Sole Proprietor

Gerald Hiebler IT-Consulting

Independent 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 implementations.

Jan 2013 - Dec 2016

4 years

External SAP Consultant

Schmolz + Bickenbach

Ongoing SAP support.
Processing tickets.
Adjustments in customizing.
Adjustments to forms (Smart Forms).
Support for the rollout of the SAP corporate 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.
Designing and implementing a configuration model in SAP LO/VC.
Integration of SAP LO/VC with IPC.
Definition and setup of master data (characteristics, classes, configuration profiles, material masters, bills of materials, routing).
Development and implementation of constraints, procedures, functions, and VC tables.
Development of function modules.
Creation of a customer-specific 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 merge.
Analysis and standardization of business processes.
Coordination of customizing, master data, and developments.
Expansion of variant configuration (integration of developments).
Data migration.
Responsibility for system integration.
Programming of user exits and adjustment of developments.
Customizing DIMP functions.
Subproject management.

Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

2 years

Sweden

Module lead for PP+QM

Schmolz + Bickenbach AG

Rollout of the corporate solution "Steel Solution" (Sweden).
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
Conducting a gap analysis to incorporate local requirements into the corporate solution.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific adjustments and enhancements (programming user exits, enhancements, and small reports, designing larger developments).
Expansion of variant configuration.
Setup of DIMP functions.
Introduction of topflow (feedback system in production).
Training and documentation.
Data migration.

Jan 2011 - Dec 2012

2 years

Mexico

Module lead for QM

Schmolz + Bickenbach AG

Rollout of the corporate solution "Steel Solution" (Mexico).
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
Conducting a gap analysis to incorporate local requirements into the corporate solution.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific adjustments and enhancements (programming user exits, enhancements, and small reports, designing larger developments).
Expansion 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 corporate solution "Steel Solution" (Turkey).
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
Conducting a gap analysis to integrate local requirements into the corporate solution.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific adjustments and enhancements (programming of user exits, enhancements, and small reports, conceptual design of larger developments).
Extension of variant configuration.
Setup of functions from DIMP.
Training and documentation.
Data migration.

Jan 2010 - Dec 2011

2 years

Denmark

Module Lead for PP+QM

Schmolz + Bickenbach AG

Rollout of the corporate solution "Steel Solution" (Denmark).
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
Conducting a gap analysis to integrate local requirements into the corporate solution.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific adjustments and enhancements.
Extension of variant configuration.
Creation of new routings by integrating technology tables using relational knowledge.
Setup of functions from DIMP.
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 necessary adjustments.

Jan 2009 - Dec 2010

2 years

Module Lead for QM

Böhler Schmiedetechnik

Implementation of QM in production.
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
Development of a concept for mapping the processes.
Mapping of inspections in-house and in external test labs.
Creation of interfaces to the PP module.
Development of customer-specific functionalities to map existing processes (programming of user exits).
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific adjustments and enhancements.
Training and documentation.
Data migration.

Jan 2009 - Dec 2010

2 years

Switzerland

Module Lead for QM

Steeltec AG

Rollout of the corporate solution "Steel Solution" (Switzerland).
Analysis and documentation of existing business processes.
Conducting a gap analysis to integrate local requirements into the corporate solution.
Implementation of new interfaces for ordering inspections in external labs.
Extension of variant configuration.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific adjustments and enhancements (programming of user exits, enhancements, and small reports, conceptual design of larger developments).
Setup of functions from DIMP.
Training and documentation.
Data migration.

Dec 2008 - Feb 2013

4 years 3 months

SAP Team Lead for SCM

B&IT Business & IT Consulting GesmbH

Led an SAP team with a focus on supply chain management.
Responsible for project management, solution design and implementation of 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 the business departments.

Jan 2008 - Dec 2009

2 years

Austria

SAP Consultant

Böhler Schmiedetechnik/Buderus Schmiedetechnik

Consulting and supporting SAP projects (Austria).
Scrap management.
SAP project management.
Data exchange with customers based on delivery schedules.
Mapping of subcontracting processes.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific adjustments and enhancements (programming user exits and small reports).
Training and documentation.
Report development.

Jan 2008 - Dec 2009

2 years

Germany

Quality Management Module Lead

Schmolz + Bickenbach Blankstahl GmbH

Setup and introduction of the 'Steel Solution' group solution (Germany).
Analyzed and documented existing business processes.
Created a concept for mapping QM processes in SAP.
Mapped quality inspection in goods receipt and production orders.
Created an interface to import data from supplier certificates and measuring machines.
Developed a custom solution for certificate generation (design, testing, and go-live of the entire application).
Developed custom applications to support the processes.
Created tools for data migration.
Implementation, training, and go-live.
Defined an authorization concept in QM module and related areas (MM, PP, SD).
Supported the setup of variant configuration.
Configured functions from DIMP.
Customizing and implementation of customer-specific adjustments and enhancements.
Training and documentation.

Jan 2007 - Dec 2008

2 years

Germany

Production Planning Module Lead

Böhler Schmiedetechnik/Buderus Schmiedetechnik

System consolidation/process changes (Germany).
Analyzed and documented existing business processes.
Created a concept for system integration (switch from make-to-order to make-to-stock production).
Customizing and migration of existing programs in the PP area.
Adapted programs for make-to-stock production (programmed the adjustments).
Migrated master data (material masters, variant configuration, relationship data, work plans).
Migrated open production orders.
Assisted in concept and implementation in QM module (integration of inspection planning).
Assisted in implementing interfaces to other SAP systems (for order processing).
Configured functions from DIMP.
Implementation, go-live, and on-site support in modules SD, MM, PP, QM.
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 client 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

Developing a concept for implementing SAP in PP, QM, SD, FI, and CO.
Contributing to the concept for introducing an MES system (Hydra) in Brazil.
Analyzing and documenting business processes.
Presenting and aligning with the client.
Contributing to the development of the overall concept.
Analyzing the complete solution with a focus on integration with other modules and systems (Hydra, Gamed).
Setting up functions from DIMP.
Designing and implementing variant configuration.
Designing and working on a custom interface between SAP and Hydra.
Assisting in designing the data migration.

Jan 2006 - Dec 2006

1 year

Austria

Subproject Manager

Böhler Edelstahl

Implementing and rolling out the concept to integrate the machining center into SAP and non-SAP systems in Austria.
Creating detailed design and programming specifications.
Testing and aligning the solution with the client.
Training users.
Go-live and production rollout.
Post-go-live support.

Jan 2005 - Dec 2005

1 year

Austria

Project Manager

Böhler Edelstahl

Developing a concept to integrate the machining center into the existing system landscape (SAP and non-SAP) in Austria.
Collecting and documenting existing processes.
Designing a concept for mapping the processes in the existing system landscape.
Designing a 3-dimensional optimizer for the cutting process.

Jan 2004 - Dec 2005

2 years

Austria

Team Member

Böhler Edelstahl

Supporting the local production planning system (non-SAP) in Austria.
Fixing errors.
Assisting users.
Developing new functions and modifying existing ones.
Creating concepts for integrating new plants into the system landscape.

Jan 2004 - Dec 2005

2 years

Austria

Employee

Böhler Schmiedetechnik

Support of the production planning processes in SAP (Austria).
Error correction.
Development of new functions or modification of existing functions.
Evaluation of integrating a shop-floor solution.

Jan 2003 - Dec 2004

2 years

Austria

Subproject Lead

Böhler Edelstahl

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

Aug 2002 - Feb 2006

3 years 7 months

Internal Support for SAP and Local Systems

Intesy Business & IT Solutions

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

Jan 2002 - Dec 2002

1 year

Austria

Project Team Member

Böhler Edelstahl

Evaluation of a SAP R/3 + APO implementation (Austria).
Conceptual design of solutions in SAP to replace the local production planning system.
Setup of a prototype.

Jan 2001 - Dec 2002

2 years

Austria

Module Support Lead for PP, QM, SD, SM modules

Artesyn Technologies

SAP support (Austria).
Worldwide support of sites (issue management, system enhancements).
Mapping of new processes.
Training and documentation.

Jan 1999 - Dec 2001

3 years

Austria

Subproject Manager for the PP area

Artesyn Technologies

SAP R/3 implementation at 4 manufacturing sites (Austria, Hungary, Ireland, China).
Subproject manager for the PP team.
Process analysis and documentation.
System customizing to introduce serial production and Kanban.
Master data setup.
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

Establishment of a purchasing organization (Austria).
Implementation of process workflows in material requirements planning and procurement.
Coordination of supply conditions with sales and production.
Measurement and continuous improvement of key metrics (inventory turnover, production supply reliability, ABC analyses).
Development of an SCM process from customer to supplier.
Participation in ISO 9001 certification (responsible for procurement).
Introduction of system-supported inventories and cycle counting.
Implementation of a Kanban system within production.

Jan 1993 - Dec 1993

1 year

Austria

Technical Project Manager for the PP, SD and MM areas

Artesyn Technologies

Implementation of a PPS system (Chess, MRP2 level) (Austria).
Mapping processes in the system (system configuration, master data mapping).
System rollout.
User training.

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 provisioning/distribution in an electronics manufacturing facility (Austria).
Tendering and scheduling of production orders.
Material supply for production.
Implementation of integrated process workflows.
Continuous process improvement.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Manufacturing (33 years), Metals and Mining (23 years), Information Technology (19.5 years), Professional Services (7.5 years), Automotive (4 years), and Construction (2 years).

Manufacturing

Metals and Mining

Information Technology

Professional Services

Automotive

Construction

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Information Technology (34.5 years), Supply Chain Management (30 years), Project Management (26 years), Production (24.5 years), Quality Assurance (15 years), and Operations (12 years).

Information Technology

Supply Chain Management

Project Management

Production

Quality Assurance

Operations

Skills

Sap Skills: Modules Pp, Qm, Sd, Lo-vc; Dimp Functions; Experience In S/4hana Implementation (1 Implementation In Qm, 1 Implementation In Pp And Lo/vc); 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; Conceptualizing Customer-specific Applications (Link Between Users, Process Owners And Developers); Customizing; Customer-specific Adjustments And Extensions; 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, Powerpoint, Access, Project, Visio, Outlook); Building Relational Database Models; Database Queries Using Sql

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Sep 1983 - Jun 1988

HTBL Kapfenberg

Matura, Electrical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Kapfenberg, Austria

Sep 1979 - Jun 1983

Breitenau Middle School

Breitenau, Austria

Sep 1975 - Jun 1979

Breitenau Elementary School

Breitenau, Austria

Certifications & licenses

Purchasing course at Wifi Graz

Fischhoff Seminars (Leadership and Management)

Lotus Notes course

Microsoft basic course

SAP LO225 (Repetitive Manufacturing)

SAP SCM242 (Production Planning in APO-PPDS)

SAP SCM360 (Capacity Planning in SAP R/3 and APO)

SAP TASCM1 (SCM and APO Introductory Course)

SAP WDE500 (Mill Solution Workshop)

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February 2026

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Where is Gerald based?

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

What languages does Gerald speak?

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

How many years of experience does Gerald have?

Gerald has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Gerald has worked in at least 39 different roles and for 26 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months. Note that Gerald may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Gerald be best suited for?

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

What is Gerald's latest experience?

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

What companies has Gerald worked for in recent years?

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

Which industries is Gerald most experienced in?

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

Which business areas is Gerald most experienced in?

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

Which industries has Gerald worked in recently?

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

Which business areas has Gerald worked in recently?

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

What is Gerald's education?

Gerald attended HTBL Kapfenberg for Electrical Engineering.

Does Gerald have any certificates?

Gerald has 9 certificates. Among them, these include: Purchasing course at Wifi Graz, Fischhoff Seminars (Leadership and Management), and Lotus Notes course.

What is the availability of Gerald?

Gerald is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Gerald?

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