Job Summary
This hybrid role focuses on designing and optimizing SAP Integrated Business Planning solutions for supply chain operations in consumer goods. The Functional Lead will apply expertise in SAP IBP Demand Supply Inventory S and OP and Control Tower along with CPI DS to align planning processes with business goals. The role spans 6 to 10 years of experience and supports global day shift delivery without travel.
Responsibilities
- Drive end to end SAP IBP design across Demand Supply Inventory S and OP and Control Tower to enable resilient and agile planning processes that directly support consumer goods supply chains
- Translate complex business requirements in supply chain management into integrated SAP IBP functional designs that improve forecast accuracy service levels and working capital outcomes
- Configure SAP IBP Demand and related demand planning processes to support statistical forecasting demand sensing and promotion planning tailored to consumer goods business scenarios
- Optimize SAP IBP Supply and Time Series Optimiser models to balance capacity constraints and service levels while minimizing cost and improving on time performance
- Implement SAP IBP Inventory planning strategies to reduce excess stock mitigate obsolescence risk and improve product availability across distribution networks in consumer goods environments
- Set up and refine SAP IBP S and OP cycles that align demand supply and financial plans enabling data driven decision making and improved consensus planning outcomes
- Design and maintain SAP IBP Control Tower scenarios and alerts to provide near real time visibility into supply chain exceptions and to orchestrate timely corrective actions
- Configure and support CPI DS integrations to ensure reliable and timely data flows between SAP IBP and source systems strengthening planning data quality and consistency
- Collaborate with cross functional stakeholders in supply chain finance sales and manufacturing to validate planning designs and ensure solutions meet operational and strategic objectives
- Conduct business workshops requirement gathering sessions and system demonstrations to guide stakeholders through best practices in integrated business planning for consumer goods
- Develop detailed functional specifications test scenarios and user acceptance criteria to ensure robust solution delivery and smooth adoption by planning and operations teams
- Provide ongoing application support issue resolution and continuous improvement enhancements for SAP IBP modules to keep planning capabilities aligned with evolving business needs
- Mentor junior practitioners on SAP IBP processes configuration practices and supply chain concepts so that the project team can deliver consistent and scalable outcomes
- Drive adoption of hybrid working practices by planning and conducting remote and on site workshops training sessions and support activities aligned to day shift operations without travel requirements
Qualifications
- Possess professional experience of six to ten years in supply chain management with a strong focus on consumer goods demand planning supply planning and inventory optimization
- Demonstrate hands on implementation and support experience in SAP IBP Demand SAP IBP Supply and Time Series Optimiser SAP IBP Inventory SAP IBP S and OP and SAP IBP Control Tower across multiple projects
- Apply practical knowledge of CPI DS integration scenarios for SAP IBP including data extraction transformation data quality checks and monitoring of planning relevant data flows
- Bring solid understanding of core supply chain processes including demand planning supply planning distribution planning and sales and operations planning in consumer goods organizations
- Show proven ability to analyze large sets of planning data interpret key performance indicators and translate analytical insights into process improvements and SAP IBP configuration changes
- Exhibit strong communication and workshop facilitation capabilities in hybrid work models so that diverse stakeholder groups can align on planning designs and solution decisions
- Demonstrate familiarity with project delivery methodologies documentation standards and testing practices to ensure reliable and sustainable SAP IBP solution deployments
Certifications Required
SAP Certified Application Associate in SAP Integrated Business Planning or equivalent SAP IBP certification preferred
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