SAP IBP Consultant

This is a Hybrid working environment

Provides analytical, design, configuration, testing, documentation, and support activities for SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and related SAP-based supply chain planning processes. Utilizes deep system and process knowledge in Demand Planning, Sales & Operations Planning, and Supply & Response processes to align business requirements with technical solutions across integrated SAP landscapes.

• Analyses supply chain planning and business problems to be solved with SAP IBP and
• integrated SAP ERP systems. Identifies gaps, evaluates solution alternatives, and translates
• business requirements into functional and technical system specifications for SAP IBP (e.g.
• Demand Planning, S&OP, Response & Supply).
• Configures SAP IBP system settings and planning models; plans and execute unit, integration,
• operational qualification (OQ), and user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure solutions meet
• defined business and quality requirements.
• Acts as a subject matter expert for SAP IBP and related SAP SCM solutions.
• Works closely with global business units to enhance, standardize, and optimize end-to-end
• supply chain planning processes through system-supported solutions.
• Contributes to solution and process design by creating detailed functional specifications,
• configuration documentation, and process descriptions, covering data models, planning logic,
• interfaces, and end-to-end process flows.
• Participates in international template and rollout projects for SAP IBP, including:
• Establishing rollout and deployment concepts.Supporting solution build, testing, and validation activities.
• Executing, fine-tuning, and documenting processes during the project lifecycle.
• Supporting handover to operations and providing post go-live support as required.
• Analyses and documents functional requirements, business processes, and data flows; determines priorities and dependencies for enhancements and project deliverables.
• Leads development activities for assigned sub-projects, including:
  • Gathering and validating requirements through structured workshops and stakeholder interviews
  • Drafting, reviewing, and obtaining approval for business and functional requirement documents
  • Providing guidance for system integration testing and data validation
  • Supporting quality assurance, functional, and end-to-end testing activities
  • Providing regular project status updates to management and stakeholders
• Works on problems of diverse and complex scope requiring in-depth analysis of planning data, system behavior, and process impacts. Demonstrates sound judgment in selecting appropriate methods, tools, and solutions
• Collaborates with senior internal and external partners within the SAP IBP and supply chain domain
• May provide guidance, knowledge transfer, and mentoring to less experienced team members in Supply Chain Planning processes, system configuration, and solution design
• Escalates critical issues, risks, or dependencies to the supervisor or project management as appropriate
• Reviews and complies with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Assists with SAP IBP-related projects, enhancements, and support activities as assigned by the direct supervisor
• May manage Supply Chain Planning related projects or sub-projects independently with limited supervision
• Makes decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding functional design, system configuration, and integration approach within SAP IBP and S/4 Hana system landscapes
• Frequently operates in an international and partially ambiguous project environment
• Interacts with internal stakeholders across global supply chain, IT, and management functions, as well as external partners such as IT service providers and SAP consultants.
• Influences internal and external stakeholders with differing priorities to achieve project objectives, system stability, and process improvements within the area of responsibility
• Enhances and optimizes existing SAP IBP solutions, methods, and planning processes
• Addresses complex system and process challenges and contributes to continuous improvement of supply chain planning capabilities

Education:    BS in Informatics / Economics / Business informatics. Advanced Degree preferred.

Skills and Requirements:

• Minimum 1–2 years of related experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, IT, SAP
• consulting, or SAP application support.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience with SAP IBP, SAP APO, SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, or
• comparable planning systems is beneficial. Practical experience in material requirements
• calculation and analysis
• Experience in working on SAP template rollout projects in an international environment
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Planning Processes (e.g. Demand Planning, S&OP and Response&Suppy)
• Project Management Skills
• Agile Project Management Methods such as SCRUM
• End-to-end process understanding across integrated SAP landscapes
• Knowledge of SAP IBP modules and their integration with SAP ERP systems such as S/4 Hana
• Experience with SAP CI/DS, CI and RTI
• Fluent in English, Spanish/German a plus
• Willingness to travel