SAP IBP Solutions Architect

Job Description

SAP IBP Solutions Architect

JOB SUMMARY:

Argano, a premier supply chain management integrator delivering outcomes that transform companies has just created a seat at the table for a remarkable IBP Solution Architect.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Engagement or Project Manager to review the high-level plans developed during the sales process to build the detailed workplans and the inventory of required deliverables needed to deliver the required outcomes for our clients.
• Leverage our LIFT delivery methodology and past project key learnings while building the required plan which uniquely fits the client situation.
• Establish a strong working relationship with the client business leaders and project sponsors.
• Work with Argano's clients to lead the implementation of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) module(s) as defined in the Statement of Work.
• Be able to help clients understand how to utilize SAP IBP modules across different horizons.
• Manage client blueprint and design sessions to create seamless solutions within a client's SCM environment.
• Lead Supply Chain and Decision Analysis to identify and size improvement opportunities in client's supply chain planning, logistics and distribution networks utilizing SAP IBP.
• Utilize BI/BW or similar analytics programming tools & concepts to develop solutions for clients.
• Consult client on their effective usage of ERP systems (particularly SAP) and adjacent systems.
• Be prepared to work across one or more projects (at one or more clients).
• Actively participate in the development and refinement of our Systems Integration improvement methods, tools and capabilities.
• Lead/champion a specific set of Systems Integration leading practice capabilities teaching & training the rest of our community of practice how to best deploy when needed.

Minimum and/or Preferred Qualifications:

EDUCATION:

• 4-year Degree preferred or applicable Supply Chain experience in lieu of a degree;
• Min. BS degree in a technical field (Engineering, Supply Chain) or BA degree in business with relevant job experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• Seven plus years of experience in supply chain planning or supply chain execution;
• ship is required for this role;
• Two to Five years of experience in Supply Chain and/or Operations management, either from industry or consulting. More specifically, strong proficiency in the concepts, processes, techniques and tools surrounding S&OP, Demand, Supply, Inventory and Logistics.
• Exceptional demonstrated ability to learn quickly and apparent strong problem- solving skills/mindset.
• Must display a keen interest to learn, absorb complex topics, and ability to convey complex topics in simple memorable terms.
• Strong communication skills; written, oral, group facilitation. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, confident in their ability to execute work.
• Ability to step into an unstructured customer situation and organize/structure it according to goals.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated expertise in MS Office tools
• Strong ability to collaborate as part of a team, and willing to step in to any role to assure customer success.
• Requires multiple full lifecycle implementations of SAP IBP (Demand Planning, Supply & Response, S&OP, Control Tower, Inventory Optimization), experience with the integration of IBP to SAP and other 3rd party products, and 2 years of lT/lS Consulting experience.
• Desired: Prior experience with the SAP Advanced Planning and Operations toolset.
• Demonstrated leadership of teams (minimum 4 people);
• Up to 50% of travel required depending on the project.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS - provide the most relevant skills & competencies for the level of role - see examples below

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated high proficiency in excel advanced functions
• Demonstrated high proficiency in word and power point
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated mathematical skills and the ability to interpret/analyze complex data to develop recommendations and solutions
• Self-starter, able to research a topic and offer a solution
• Affinity for automation and detailed process improvement

About Us

Argano is the first of its kind: a digital consultancy totally immersed in high-performance operations. We steward enterprises through ever-evolving markets, empowering them with transformative strategies and technologies to exceed customer expectations, unlock commercial innovation, and drive optimal efficiency and growth.

Argano is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

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