SAP IBP DP and IO Functional Consultant

Job Summary

The SAP IBP DP and IO Functional Consultant is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting the Demand Planning (DP) and Inventory Optimization (IO) modules within the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) system. This role involves collaborating closely with business stakeholders to understand their supply chain planning needs and translating them into functional configurations within SAP IBP. The consultant ensures optimal inventory levels and accurate demand forecasting across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Requirement Gathering and Analysis: Work closely with business users to understand their demand forecasting, inventory planning, and supply chain optimization needs, including identifying key performance indicators (KPIs) and pain points.
• Solution Design and Configuration: Design and configure SAP IBP DP and IO modules based on business requirements. This includes setting up planning areas, master data, forecast models, inventory optimization parameters, and relevant planning processes.
• Data Management: Manage data flows between SAP ERP and SAP IBP, ensuring data accuracy and consistency for effective planning.
• Demand Forecasting: Implement and maintain statistical forecasting models within SAP IBP, including model selection, parameter tuning, and error analysis to optimize demand accuracy.
• Inventory Optimization: Configure inventory optimization rules and algorithms within SAP IBP to achieve desired inventory levels while balancing costs and service levels.
• Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) Integration: Facilitate collaboration between sales, marketing, and operations teams by integrating demand plans with supply constraints within the S&OP process.
• User Training and Support: Provide training to superusers on SAP IBP DP and IO functionalities, addressing any issues and offering ongoing support.
• System Maintenance and Upgrades: Stay updated with SAP IBP releases and apply necessary upgrades and patches to ensure system functionality and stability.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in implementing and supporting SAP IBP DP and IO modules.
• Strong knowledge of demand planning, inventory optimization, and supply chain processes.
• Experience with data management and integration between SAP ERP and SAP IBP.
• Proficient in statistical forecasting models and inventory optimization techniques.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to design and configure SAP IBP modules to meet business requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes and integrations.
• Previous experience in user training and support for SAP IBP systems.
• SAP IBP certification is a plus.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience working with SAP IBP, particularly in Demand Planning and Inventory Optimization modules.

Certification: SAP IBP certification