SAP IBP Consultant – Demand & Supply Planning

Location: Bangalore
Experience: 6–8 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time(30581)
Work Mode: On-site
Shift: Day Shift
Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Only
Interview Process: 2 Rounds – Video Interview

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced SAP IBP Consultant with strong expertise in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and S&OP; (Sales & Operations Planning).

The role involves designing, implementing, configuring, and optimizing SAP IBP solutions to improve demand-supply alignment, planning processes, analytics, and business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead end-to-end implementation and configuration of SAP IBP S&OP; and planning solutions.

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Design planning models, planning areas, key figures, planning levels, attributes, and operators.

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Configure time profiles, master data structures, and planning areas based on business requirements.

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Work with business stakeholders to translate requirements into functional and technical specifications.

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Drive S&OP; process design and facilitate workshops with business teams.

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Support and optimize Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Inventory Planning processes.

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Define KPIs, dashboards, scenario simulations, and reporting solutions for business and executive stakeholders.

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Design and support integration between SAP IBP and ERP/SAP S/4HANA systems and other data sources.

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Work on integration technologies such as CPI-DS, SDI, RTI, or equivalent.

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Validate data flows, master data consistency, planning results, and data quality.

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Troubleshoot integration issues and planning logic discrepancies.

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Lead SIT and UAT activities, including test case preparation, validation, and defect resolution.

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Support cutover, go-live, and post-go-live/hypercare activities.

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Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, optimization, and performance tuning.

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Provide end-user training, documentation, and knowledge transfer.

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Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide guidance to junior consultants.

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Stay updated with SAP IBP capabilities, best practices, and emerging planning technologies.

Must-Have Skills

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6–8 years of experience in SAP IBP implementation/consulting or supply chain planning.

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Strong hands-on experience with SAP IBP configuration.

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Strong knowledge of:

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Planning Areas

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Key Figures

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Planning Levels

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Planning Operators

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Time Profiles

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Master Data

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Solid functional knowledge of Demand Planning and Supply Planning.

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Good understanding of S&OP; processes and frameworks.

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Knowledge of Inventory Optimization and supply chain planning concepts.

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Proficiency in SAP HANA and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) for reporting and analytics.

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Strong experience with Excel Planning Views and advanced analytics.

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Knowledge of integration technologies such as CPI-DS, SDI, RTI,



or equivalent.

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Understanding of master data modeling and data governance.

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Experience with data analysis tools and advanced analytical techniques.

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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Good-to-Have Skills

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Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA and SAP ECC integration.

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Experience integrating SAP IBP with other SAP modules.

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Experience with global S&OP; implementations or multi-company planning environments.

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Industry experience in Manufacturing, Retail, Distribution, or similar sectors.

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Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

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Background in supply chain, operations, or business analysis.

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SAP IBP certification or other relevant SAP certifications.

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Experience in mentoring junior consultants or leading teams.

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Knowledge of change management and organizational transformation.

Educational Qualification

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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Commerce, Science, or any relevant discipline.

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SAP IBP certification is preferred.

Candidate Profile

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Strong functional and technical understanding of SAP IBP.

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Hands-on experience in Demand & Supply Planning is essential.

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Excellent communication and presentation skills.

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Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation abilities.

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Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality solutions.

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Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

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Candidates with a stable employment history are preferred.

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