Managing Solution Architect - Metasys Technologies

Managing Solution Architect IBP with Demand Planning
Remote role with occasional travel
8+Month Contract

Overview: Client is seeking a talented Managing Solution Architect specializing in Integrated Business Planning (IBP) with a focus on Demand Planning. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely with occasional travel, delivering cutting-edge solutions to a diverse range of clients across various domains.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute SAP S4HANA projects, emphasizing organizational change management and digital platform modernization to transform supply chains and commercial operations.
• Drive Digital Supply Chain transformation using Cloud, AI/ML, Mobile, and Analytics SaaS solutions to deliver real-world value to clients.
• Utilize expertise in SAP Advanced Planner & Optimizer (APO) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) modules to configure and optimize solutions, including DP, SNP, Deployment, TLB, PPDS, GATP, CIF, and Collaborative Planning.
• Configure IBP Process Templates to facilitate budgeting, run simulations, and model constraints, ensuring real-time collaboration between business functions.
• Implement advanced statistical forecasting models to enhance forecast accuracy and optimize inventory targets across the network, considering demand/supply variability, cost factors, lead times, and other constraints.
• Model external demand signals such as POS/Retail Store level data for effective deployment decisions.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in leading and executing SAP S4HANA projects.
• Deep expertise in SAP APO and IBP modules, including DP, SNP, Deployment, TLB, PPDS, GATP, CIF, and Collaborative Planning.
• Proficiency in configuring IBP Process Templates for budgeting, simulations, and model constraints.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to configure advanced statistical forecasting models.
• Familiarity with demand sensing techniques and modeling external demand signals.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work remotely and willingness to travel occasionally as required.

Metasys Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability status.