Senior SAP IBP Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior IBP Expert to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role involves designing and implementing innovative SAP solutions tailored to customer needs, working closely with Solution Architects and Project Managers. The ideal candidate will leverage over a decade of SAP experience, particularly in IBP, to deliver high-quality solutions and guide clients through complex challenges. This opportunity offers a chance to influence supply chain strategies and contribute to significant projects while being part of a globally recognized firm committed to professional growth and technological advancement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in SAP with 5+ years in IBP consulting.
• Proven track record in solution design and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support Solution Architects in translating business requirements into IBP solutions.
• Lead workshops and provide thought leadership on Supply Chain strategy.

Skills

IBP solution architecture

SAP environment experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Decision-making

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

SAP certification

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP IBP

SAP ECC

Job description

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We are one of the leading international IT full-service providers in the SAP environment, with employees in 25+ countries. Our market-leading SAP competence was built through many years of developing highly innovative solutions and services, and enhanced through our strong international presence.

Since 2013 NTT Data Business Solutions (NDBS) has belonged to the NTT DATA corporate group, one of the largest telecommunications firms and IT service providers in the world. This cooperation allows our customers to take advantage of the best available support with their expansion plans, and provides our employees with a world leading network of specialists.

NTT Data Business Solutions facts:

1. Established in 1989.
2. More than 10,000 employees.
3. Specialist for innovative SAP technologies, like S/4HANA, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Business Analytics, User Experience (UX) as well as the Internet of Things.
4. Globally SAP Certified in Hosting, AMS, HANA Operations and Cloud Services.
5. More than 6,000 customers worldwide.
6. Headquarters in Bielefeld (Germany).
7. Located in 25+ countries.

POSITION DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW

The Senior IBP role is a key and influencing role within the NTT DATA Business Solutions Digital Core Practice. The successful candidate will be part of a wider team responsible for the design and implementation of SAP solutions to our customer base and to meet our customer’s needs. As a Senior Expert you will support customer engagements and perform delivery of the IBP solutions working alongside Solution Architects, Project Managers and the Integration Team to deliver innovative and high-quality solutions integrated into core S4Hana solutions.

Responsibilities and Expectations

1. Support Solution Architects to work closely with customers and NTT DATA Business Solutions sales and business development teams to assist in the translation of business requirements into a solution that takes advantage of IBP capabilities supporting the architecting of these areas within the overall solution landscape. This will include collaboratively compiling statements of works to support any stage of the sales and deal review processes.
2. Leads and co-ordinates integrated workshops with detail and complexity with Senior Stakeholders in the customer business.
3. Provide thought leadership to NTT DATA Business Solutions and its customers focused on Supply Chain strategy specifically in IBP solutions and the road map within these areas;
4. Act as the design authority on the projects ensuring the quality and integrity of IBP solutions being implemented is aligned to industry best practice.
5. Adhering to the agreed NDBS strategy, engage in self-directed and other learning to keep pace with new technologies and developments to ensure NTT DATA Business Solutions remains at the forefront of the market within which we operate. Share, use and communicate expert knowledge in order to develop others and make business processes more effective.
6. Recognise potential for repeat and extended business with respect to end-to-end service offer by NTT DATA Business Solutions and provide comprehensive input. Support NTT DATA Business Solutions to grow our business by being alert to the customer opportunities that present themselves.
7. Have strength and depth in delivery and configuration expertise in the overall possibilities for IBP process flows.

PERSONAL PROFILE - SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

1. Is able to communicate, influence, convince and inspire effectively by own personality and act as a trusted role model and advisor within IBP solution architecture field of expertise.
2. Proven and demonstrable track record of successfully delivering customer projects and providing IBP solutions for the resolution of complex requirements.
3. Strong interpersonal and soft skills, able to quickly develop relationships with all stakeholders; within NTT DATA Business Solutions locally and globally, external customers, suppliers and partners to become a trusted advisor in your field of expertise.
4. Demonstrates gravitas and personal integrity, is able to overcome unforeseen situations and keeps business objectives in mind. Drives results, effects, convinces and inspires by his/her personality, behaviour and communication style. Is a role model and ambassador.
5. Makes solid and reliable decisions in complex environments.
6. Has a thirst for learning and staying on top of the evolving technology landscape. Actively shares and transfers own expertise and operational knowledge in a structured method, thus making it useful and functional.

PERSONAL PROFILE – EXPERIENCE

1. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate more than 10 years of professional experience working within an SAP environment with at least 5 years in the IBP consulting area. Experience working with a value-added re-seller or software house would be advantageous;
2. Proven and demonstrable experience in solution design and architecture with successful delivery and experience of all elements of more than 5 full project lifecycles.
3. Have strength and depth in delivery and configuration expertise in the following IBP Modules;

• Sales and Operations Planning
• Integration with SAP Supply Chain Control Tower
• Forecasting and Demand Management
• Response and Supply Planning

Having previous experience of APO would be advantageous.

Have experience of SAP ECC Manufacturing processes.

GENERAL

Career opportunities exist along multiple route maps from people and leadership, products and expertise and project management. Which route you take is up to you and we are on hand to provide guidance and support. Join us to start the journey that is your career path;

You will be expected to follow relevant policies, procedures and work instructions, and report to the appropriate superior if objectives cannot be met or a problem occurs, the resolution of which is outside the scope of your authority;

The jobholder is empowered with the necessary authority to make decisions appropriate to the execution of the responsibilities and tasks outlined. The above Job Description does not limit the employee in executing his job in concurrence with his main area of responsibility or other relevant jobs that they may be required to do;

NTT Data Business Solutions is an equal opportunities employer. Please advise us should you require special arrangements for the interview process;

You must be eligible to work in the UK and prepared to undergo high level security clearance.