Key Responsibilities
- Lead SAP IBP Implementations focused on demand management, aligning system capabilities with business requirements.
- Collaborate with business units to understand drivers of demand and translate them into accurate forecasts.
- Facilitate demand planning review meetings and scenario planning exercises.
- Leverage SAP IBP tools to improve forecasting precision and efficiency.
- Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and statistical models to generate reliable demand forecasts.
- Monitor and maintain data integrity throughout the demand planning process.
- Establish and promote best practices in demand planning across the organization.
- Mentor junior team members and foster knowledge sharing within the team.
- Work with stakeholders to communicate forecast assumptions, risks, and variances .
- Partner with supply planning and inventory teams to align demand with supply capabilities.
- Design and track KPIs to evaluate forecast performance and planning effectiveness.
- Provide regular reports to senior management on forecast accuracy, gaps, and improvement initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives for demand planning processes and system usage.
- Support change management efforts during new implementations or enhancements.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.10+ years of experience in demand planning , including 5+ years in SAP IBP .Proven experience in leading demand planning implementations and cross-functional initiatives.Strong analytical skills , with proficiency in data modeling and statistical forecasting.Solid understanding of SAP IBP modules (especially Demand Planning) and configuration.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel ; experience with data visualization tools a plus.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills , with experience in stakeholder management.Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced and matrixed environments .Experience in project management and leading multiple concurrent initiatives.Strong attention to detail and a data-driven decision-making mindset.Understanding of supply chain concepts , S&OP processes, and inventory balancing.Experience in consulting or client-facing roles is highly preferred.Preferred Qualifications
Experience in change management and training related to demand planning tools.Knowledge of statistical forecasting models , machine learning integration, or AI-driven planning tools.Certification in SAP IBP or Supply Chain Planning (APICS, CPIM, etc.) is a plus.Skills Required
APICS, cpim , data integrity, Analytical, Microsoft Excel