Advanced Analyst - SAP IBP

HARMAN India; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Employee discounts on Harman/Samsung

Training opportunities

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Be Brilliant program

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

HARMAN India in Bengaluru invites an Experienced Advanced Analyst – IBP to join the SAP IBP domain, focusing on Demand & Supply Planning, S&OP, and integration with SAP ECC/S4HANA. You will be responsible for configuration, governance, and end-to-end planning processes across IBP and its integrated solutions.

You will lead project workstreams, drive improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable supply chain solutions for JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of hands-on experience in SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) across Demand & Supply planning, Inventory, and S&OP.
• Proven experience delivering at least two full-cycle S&OP implementations and one full-cycle Response & Supply Planning implementation.
• Strong hands-on expertise in SAP IBP configuration including key figures, calculations, planning operators, and masters data.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for supply chain planning solutions, specializing in Demand & Supply Planning and S&OP in SAP IBP.
• Provide functional governance for SAP IBP configuration and continuous enhancements.
• Design, support, and document end-to-end planning processes and data models across SAP IBP and integrated solutions.
• Drive architecture and integration across SAP IBP and SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain.
• Lead project workstreams for new capabilities and enhancements across IBP and ECC/S/4HANA.
• Manage priorities, risks, dependencies, and scope changes to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

SAP IBP

Demand planning

Supply planning

S&OP

Data modeling

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science / IT

Tools

SAP IBP

SAP ECC/S4HANA

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About The Role

As an Advanced Analyst – IBP (Integrated Business Planning), you will be responsible for development and configuration across Demand Planning, Supply Chain/Logistics, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP). The role will report to the Director and will work as an individual contributor.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for supply chain planning solutions, specializing in Demand & Supply Planning, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), and SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP).
• Provide functional expertise and governance for SAP IBP, including solution configuration and continuous enhancements aligned with business requirements.
• Design, support, and document end-to‑end supply chain planning processes, workflows, and data models across SAP IBP and its integrated solutions.
• Drive the solution architecture and integration across SAP IBP and SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain, supporting business transformation and process optimization.
• Lead project workstreams and strategic initiatives for implementing new capabilities and enhancing existing functionalities across SAP IBP and SAP ECC/S/4HANA Supply Chain.
• Drive accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the SAP IBP environment while effectively managing priorities, risks, dependencies, and scope changes.

What You Need To Be Successful

• 6–8 years of hands‑on experience in SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP), with expertise across Demand and Supply planning, Inventory, Response Planning, and S&OP.
• Proven experience delivering at least two full-cycle S&OP implementations and one full-cycle Response & Supply Planning implementation.
• Strong hands‑on expertise in SAP IBP configuration, including Key Figures, custom calculations, planning operators, planning filters, parameters, and advanced planning profiles.
• In‑depth knowledge of Statistical Forecasting, Demand Sensing, ABC/XYZ Segmentation, New Product Introduction (NPI), Data Realignment, Forecast Consumption, and Forecast Accuracy.
• Strong understanding of SAP IBP master data, unified planning areas, time‑series and order‑based planning, including Heuristics and Optimizers.
• Experience integrating SAP IBP with SAP ECC/S/4HANA modules such as PP, MM, and SD, along with hands‑on experience in testing, troubleshooting, implementation roadmaps, and end‑to‑end project delivery.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.
• Ability to analyze and reverse‑engineer existing HARMAN SAP IBP processes to design, document, and implement future system enhancements and change requests.
• Strong multi‑tasking and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple high‑priority initiatives from planning and execution through successful delivery.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to work in a hybrid office environment, balancing in‑person collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Based full‑time in the Bangalore or Pune office, with the flexibility to travel up to 10% based on business requirements.
• Willingness to work extended hours when required to support critical project deployments and meet business deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong collaboration abilities and a foundational understanding of project management.

What We Offer

• HARMAN FlexConnect Program, offering a flexible hybrid work environment that fosters stronger collaboration, meaningful connections, and innovation through a minimum of three in-office days per week
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support‑minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next‑Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought‑after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever‑evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award‑winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job‑related performance.(www.harman.com)