SAP APO Demand Planning Functional Consultant (DP)

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 24 Month(s)

Skills

SAP APO
Demand Planning

Job Details

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Job Title: SAP APO Demand Planning Functional Consultant
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract

Rate : Open

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced SAP Demand Planning Functional Consultant to work on implementation, support, and enhancement projects. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP APO Demand Planning or SAP IBP for Demand, with strong business process knowledge in forecasting, demand management, and supply chain planning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Gather and analyze business requirements for demand planning processes.
  • Configure and customize SAP APO DP or SAP IBP for Demand to meet client needs.
  • Develop demand forecasting models, statistical forecasting, and consensus planning processes.
  • Integrate demand planning with supply planning and other SAP modules (SNP, PP, MM, SD).
  • Support Master Data Management for demand planning (product, location, planning area setup).
  • Perform system testing, UAT, and training for business users.
  • Provide production support, troubleshoot issues, and recommend improvements.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across supply chain, sales, and IT teams to ensure planning accuracy.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 5+ years of experience in SAP Demand Planning (APO DP or IBP).
  • Hands-on configuration experience in planning areas, planning books, data views, macros, and forecast models.
  • Strong knowledge of statistical forecasting methods (time series, moving average, regression, etc.).
  • Experience with CIF (Core Interface) integration between SAP ECC/S4 and APO/IBP.
  • Ability to translate business requirements into functional specifications.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with SAP IBP for Demand (Planning Operators, Fiori apps, Excel add-in).
  • Familiarity with S&OP and end-to-end supply chain planning processes.
  • Experience in consumer goods, manufacturing, or retail industry.
  • SAP certification in APO DP or IBP.

Education:

  • Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • SAP certification is an added advantage.

Example Keywords for Job Posting:

SAP Demand Planning, SAP APO DP, SAP IBP for Demand, Forecasting, Supply Chain Planning, S&OP, Planning Books, Macros, Statistical Forecasting, CIF, SAP S4, SAP ECC, Master Data, Functional Consultant.

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