Must Have Technical/Functional Skill
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced SAP Supply Chain Planning Consultant with strong expertise in planning processes and integration with external planning platforms. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in SAP planning solutions (APO/IBP/S4 Planning) and proven capability in integrating with third-party planning systems such as OMP, Blue Yonder, or similar platforms in complex supply chain environments.
Key Responsibilities
Planning Process Ownership
Lead end-to-end supply chain planning processes including:Demand Planning, Supply Planning, S&OP, MRP, and DRP
Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and design optimized planning solutions
Conduct fit-gap analysis and recommend process improvements aligned to business objectives
Solution Design & Configuration
Configure and enhance SAP planning solutions (SAP APO, IBP, S/4 Planning) to support business needs
Design planning models including master data (materials, BOMs, routing, resources) and planning parameters
Support development, testing (unit, integration, UAT), and deployment of planning solutions
Integration with External Planning Systems
Design and manage integrations between SAP and external planning tools (OMP, Blue Yonder, APO, IBP, etc.)
Ensure seamless data exchange for:
Forecast data, supply plans, and inventory projections
Master data synchronization and planning outputs
Validate message flows, interface stability, and exception handling across systems
Support integration troubleshooting and performance optimization
Production Support & Continuous Improvement
Provide functional support for planning applications and resolve complex issues
Analyze planning KPIs such as forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory performance, and recommend improvements
Support planning system enhancements, upgrades, and transformation initiatives
Required Skills
Strong experience in SAP Planning modules:
o SAP APO (DP, SNP, PP/DS) / SAP IBP / S/4HANA Planning
Deep understanding of supply chain planning processes:
o Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Production Planning
Hands-on expertise in integrating SAP with external planning systems (OMP, Blue Yonder, etc.)
Experience with master data design and planning models
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ex posure to KPIs and planning metrics
Nice to Have
Experience in large-scale planning transformations or system migrations
Exposure to SAP S/4HANA and cloud-based planning platforms
Experience working in global, multi-system landscapes
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
Roles & Responsibilities
Ability to listen, understand, and facilitate process improvements.
Must have a focus on customer satisfaction.
Must be able to work independently with little direction/supervision.
Must be adaptable and capable of absorbing new concepts and situations rapidly.
Must be a strong team player.
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