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SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) Technical Consultant
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled SAP APO Technical Consultant to provide technical expertise for our advanced planning and optimization systems. The ideal candidate will have strong technical development skills, deep understanding of APO architecture, and experience in building custom solutions to support complex supply chain planning processes and optimization algorithms.
Key Responsibilities
APO Technical Development & Customization:
- Develop custom ABAP programs and planning functions within the APO LiveCache environment
- Create and modify planning functions, planning books, and interactive planning interfaces
- Develop custom key figures, characteristics, and planning procedures for specialized planning scenarios
- Build automated planning processes using planning sequences and background jobs
- Create custom user exits and BADIs for APO-specific enhancements and business logic implementation
LiveCache Administration & Optimization:
- Administer and optimize SAP LiveCache database for high-performance planning operations
- Monitor and tune LiveCache memory management, buffer pools, and data structures
- Implement data archival and purging strategies for historical planning data
- Troubleshoot LiveCache performance issues and implement optimization solutions
- Manage LiveCache backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures
Integration Development:
- Develop and maintain Core Interface (CIF) customizations and data distribution models
- Create custom RFC functions and web services for real-time data exchange with external systems
- Build integration solutions with demand sensing tools, warehouse management systems, and IoT platforms
- Develop automated data validation and error handling routines for planning data integrity
- Implement custom interfaces for third-party optimization engines and planning tools
Planning Automation & Algorithms:
- Develop custom planning algorithms and optimization routines using APO SDK
- Create automated exception handling and alert generation systems
- Build custom forecasting models and demand sensing algorithms
- Develop planning simulation frameworks and scenario modeling capabilities
- Implement custom optimization solvers for complex planning problems
Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting:
- Monitor APO system performance including planning run times and resource utilization
- Analyze and optimize slow-performing planning functions and data retrievals
- Troubleshoot technical issues related to CIF integration, data inconsistencies, and planning errors
- Implement custom monitoring tools and automated health checks
- Support system upgrades, patches, and technical migrations for APO environments
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, or related technical field
- 5+ years of hands-on technical experience with SAP APO development and administration
- Strong expertise in ABAP programming with specific focus on APO LiveCache development
- Deep understanding of APO technical architecture, data models, and planning engine
- Experience with LiveCache administration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of CIF configuration, master data distribution, and integration technologies
- Proficiency in APO development tools and planning function creation
Preferred Qualifications
- SAP APO technical certification or related SAP technical certifications
- Experience with S/4HANA embedded planning and IBP integration development
- Knowledge of optimization algorithms, mathematical modeling, and operations research
- Experience with SAP HANA development and in-memory computing concepts
- Understanding of machine learning and advanced analytics for demand forecasting
- Experience in utilities, energy, manufacturing, or process industries
- DevOps experience with transport management and continuous integration
Technical Skills
APO Development:
- ABAP programming in LiveCache environment
- Planning function development and customization
- Interactive planning interface development
- Custom key figure and characteristic creation
- Planning book and data view configuration
LiveCache Expertise:
- LiveCache database administration and tuning
- Memory management and buffer optimization
- Data modeling and table structure optimization
- Backup, recovery, and system monitoring
- Performance analysis and troubleshooting
Integration Technologies:
- Core Interface (CIF) development and troubleshooting
- RFC programming and web service development
- Real-time data replication and delta management
- Error handling and data validation frameworks
- Custom adapter development for external systems
Advanced Technical Skills:
- APO SDK programming and custom algorithm development
- Mathematical optimization and constraint programming
- Statistical modeling and forecasting algorithm implementation
- Custom reporting and analytics development
- Automation scripting and batch processing
System Administration:
- APO system landscape management
- Transport management and change control
- System monitoring and alerting setup
- Capacity planning and resource optimization
- Security configuration and user management
This role offers the opportunity to work with sophisticated planning technologies while solving complex technical challenges that directly impact supply chain optimization, inventory reduction, and service level improvements across our energy operations. You'll be at the forefront of implementing cutting-edge planning algorithms and building scalable technical solutions for enterprise-wide planning processes.
SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) Functional Consultant
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced SAP APO Functional Consultant to join our team and lead the implementation and optimization of advanced planning solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, and production planning optimization using SAP APO modules to drive strategic business decisions and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
APO Module Implementation & Configuration:
- Configure and implement SAP APO modules including Demand Planning (DP), Supply Network Planning (SNP), Production Planning/Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS), and Global Available-to-Promise (GATP)
- Design and optimize planning scenarios for demand forecasting, capacity planning, and material requirements planning
- Configure master data objects including products, resources, transportation lanes, and planning areas
- Set up planning procedures, planning books, and key figure schemes for comprehensive planning cycles
- Implement exception-based planning and alert management for proactive issue resolution
Supply Chain Planning & Optimization:
- Design end-to-end supply chain planning processes from demand sensing to production execution
- Implement advanced forecasting models using statistical forecasting, machine learning, and causal factors
- Configure supply network optimization including multi-site planning, distribution planning, and transportation optimization
- Set up capable-to-Match (CTM) and Available-to-Promise (ATP) scenarios for order fulfillment optimization
- Develop planning strategies for seasonal demand, promotional planning, and new product introductions
Integration & Data Management:
- Ensure seamless integration between APO and SAP ECC/S4HANA systems using Core Interface (CIF)
- Configure and maintain master data distribution and transactional data exchange
- Design and implement integration with external planning systems, demand sensing tools, and business intelligence platforms
- Support real-time data synchronization and delta management between planning and execution systems
- Manage planning data archival, purging, and performance optimization
Business Process Analysis & Optimization:
- Conduct business process workshops to understand current planning challenges and future state requirements
- Analyze supply chain KPIs including forecast accuracy, service levels, inventory turns, and planning cycle times
- Design planning hierarchies, planning levels, and aggregation strategies for scalable planning processes
- Implement collaborative planning processes with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders
- Develop planning governance frameworks and establish planning review cycles
Reporting & Analytics:
- Configure APO planning books, data views, and interactive planning interfaces
- Develop custom planning reports and dashboards for executive visibility
- Implement planning analytics including forecast accuracy measurement, bias analysis, and demand pattern recognition
- Create exception reporting and alert mechanisms for supply-demand imbalances
- Design planning simulation scenarios for what-if analysis and contingency planning
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with SAP APO implementation and support
- Deep understanding of supply chain planning concepts including demand planning, supply planning, and production planning
- Experience with APO configuration tools and planning procedures
- Strong analytical skills with ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Knowledge of statistical forecasting methods and demand planning best practices
- Experience with APO-ECC integration and master data management
Preferred Qualifications
- SAP APO certification or other relevant SAP supply chain certifications
- Experience with S/4HANA embedded planning (IBP integration) and transition projects
- Knowledge of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) for Supply Chain
- Advanced degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or MBA with supply chain focus
- Experience in utilities, energy, manufacturing, or process industries
- Project management experience or PMP certification
- Knowledge of optimization algorithms and mathematical modeling
Technical Skills
APO Functional Expertise:
- Demand Planning (DP) configuration and statistical forecasting
- Supply Network Planning (SNP) and deployment optimization
- Production Planning/Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) and capacity optimization
- Global Available-to-Promise (GATP) and order fulfillment
- Transportation Planning and Logistics (TP/LS)
Planning & Analytics:
- Statistical forecasting models and demand sensing
- Supply chain optimization and mathematical modeling
- Planning KPI development and performance measurement
- Scenario planning and simulation modeling
- Collaborative planning and demand consensus processes
Integration & Technical Knowledge:
- Core Interface (CIF) configuration and troubleshooting
- Master data management and data quality processes
- APO LiveCache administration and performance tuning
- Basic understanding of ABAP for functional specifications
- Experience with planning automation and batch processing
This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge planning technologies while driving significant business value through optimized supply chain operations, improved forecast accuracy, and enhanced customer service levels across our energy operations.
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