Leads SAP IBP Response and Supply Planning architecture, configuration, integration, testing, rollout, and post-go-live support. Translates client requirements into scalable planning solutions, leads workshops, mentors consultants, supports project scoping, and drives supply chain improvements in inventory, service levels, forecasting, and capacity planning. Requires extensive SAP IBP implementation experience and client travel up to 30%.
The Senior Specialist – SAP will lead the architecture, configuration, and rollout of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) modules, specifically Response and Supply Planning, within Bristlecone's SAP Planning – Delivery practice. The role requires close partnership with clients, functional consultants, and developers to translate business requirements into robust, future‑ready IBP solutions that optimize inventory, improve service levels, and enhance overall supply chain performance.
Responsibilities
- Gather and analyze business requirements for response and supply planning across multiple industries.
- Design end‑to‑end IBP solution architecture, including data models, master data integration, and planning operators.
- Configure SAP IBP Response & Supply modules, develop planning books, dashboards, and alerts.
- Lead workshops and knowledge‑transfer sessions for client stakeholders and internal teams.
- Integrate IBP with SAP ECC/S4HANA, SAP APO, and third‑party data sources using SAP Cloud Platform Integration.
- Perform unit, integration, and user acceptance testing to ensure solution quality.
- Provide post‑go‑live support, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement recommendations.
- Mentor junior consultants and contribute to best‑practice documentation and templates.
- Stay current with SAP IBP roadmap, new features, and industry trends to drive innovation.
- Collaborate with sales and delivery leads to scope projects, estimate effort, and ensure profitability.
- 10+ years of experience in SAP IBP, with at least 5 years focused on Response & Supply Planning.
- Proven track record of designing and delivering end‑to‑end IBP implementations for large enterprises.
- Strong understanding of supply chain concepts: demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and capacity planning.
- Hands‑on experience with SAP ECC/S4HANA, SAP APO, and data integration tools (SAP CPI, SAP PO).
- SAP IBP certification (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate – IBP for Response & Supply) preferred.
- Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to lead workshops, present solutions, and manage stakeholder expectations.
- Experience with Agile project delivery and SAP Activate methodology.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA is a plus.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% for client engagements.
ABOUT US:
Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automation, and resiliency – to thrive on change.
Our transformative solutions in Digital Logistics, Cognitive Manufacturing, Autonomous Planning, Smart Procurement and Digitalization are positioned around key industry pillars and delivered through a comprehensive portfolio of services spanning digital strategy, design and build, and implementation across a range of technology platforms.
Bristlecone is ranked among the top ten leaders in supply chain services by Gartner. We are headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe and Asia, and over 2,500 consultants. Bristlecone is part of the $19.4 billion Mahindra Group.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Bristlecone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
INFORMATION SECURITY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understand and adhere to Information Security policies, guidelines and procedure, practice them for protection of organizational data and Information System.
- Take part in information security training and act while handling information.
- Report all suspected security and policy breach to InfoSec team or appropriate authority (CISO).
- Understand and adhere to the additional information security responsibilities as part of the assigned job role.
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