SAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning)

Introduction:

An SAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning) professional designs, configures, and implements cloud-based supply chain planning solutions, focusing on modules like Demand, S&OP, Response & Supply, and Inventory along with experience in SYPP & Network Planning. They map business processes, analyze data, and optimize supply chain performance. Roles typically require 6-8+ years of experience in SAP SCM, strong configuration skills, and expertise in integrating IBP with S/4HANA.

Responsibilities:

• System Configuration & Design: Configure SAP IBP modules (Demand, S&OP, Supply, Inventory, Control Tower) based on business requirements. Experience in Network Planning & Synchronous Planning (SYPP) will be advantageous.
• Functional Expertise: Develop and maintain planning areas, key figures, master data types, and time profiles.
• Integration: Utilize CPI-DS/Data Services to integrate IBP with external systems.
• Process Optimization: Analyze "as-is" and "to-be" supply chain processes to improve planning accuracy and efficiency.
• Project Support & Testing: Lead functional design workshops, create functional specifications, and support user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Troubleshooting: Monitor performance, resolve system issues, and handle quarterly upgrades.
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of SAP IBP configuration and data integration (CPI-DS/HCI).
• Domain Knowledge: Strong understanding of Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Network Planning, and S&OP processes.

Requirements:

Experience Required: 10+ years

Skills Required: SAP HANA, SAP SCM, Supply Chain Management