Business Technology Solutions Associate Consultant- Anaplan

Zs Associates; Pune District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Travel opportunities

Total rewards

Job summary

ZS Associates looking for a seasoned Anaplan consultant to drive self and team efforts across project lifecycles. You will translate business requirements into scalable Anaplan designs, lead multiple workstreams, and collaborate with global teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality planning solutions.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years leading Anaplan implementations across SPM and related planning use cases, with Master Anaplanner certification and strong client-facing communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, IT, Engineering, Business Analytics, Operations Research, or related disciplines
• 4–6 years of relevant consulting experience in technology solution delivery engagements
• Master Anaplanner certification is mandatory
• At least 3 years hands-on experience implementing Anaplan solutions across SPM/ Territory Planning / Quota Planning / Incentive Compensation / Sales Forecasting / Workforce Planning
• Experience leading requirements workshops and translating business requirements into scalable designs
• Strong understanding of solution architecture, model design patterns, integration architecture, security design, and enterprise planning frameworks
• Experience leading teams of 3–5 developers/model builders across multiple workstreams
• Experience designing enterprise-scale Anaplan models including ALM, security, performance optimization
• Experience integrating Anaplan with Salesforce, SAP, Snowflake, Databricks, Azure, AWS or similar platforms
• Travel to client sites as required

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and client teams to shape and implement high quality technology solutions
• Translate business problems into technical designs and drive Anaplan-based planning solutions
• Lead modules and workstreams within projects with hands-on implementation
• Validate technical design with architects and ensure best practices
• Support project delivery including planning, staffing, and risk mitigation
• Mentor a team of 3–5 Anaplan developers/model builders
• Oversee timing and quality of deliverables across multiple workstreams
• Design integrations between Anaplan and enterprise systems like Salesforce, SAP, Snowflake, Databricks, Azure, AWS
• Drive testing across SIT/UAT/deployment and operations readiness
• Participate in business development activities and capability-building initiatives

Skills

Anaplan

Solution design

Team leadership

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS/IT/Engineering

Master Anaplanner cert (mandatory)

Tools

Salesforce

SAP

Snowflake

Databricks

Azure

AWS

Job description

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side‑by‑side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life‑changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client‑first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life‑changing impact to ZS.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with ZS internal teams and client teams to shape and implement high quality technology solutions that address critical business problems
• Develop a deep understanding of the business problems and effectively translate them into technical designs
• Lead modules and workstreams within projects while participating in hands on implementation
• Work with technical architects to validate the technical design and implementation approach
• Apply appropriate development methodologies and best practices to ensure exceptional client and project team experience
• Support the project lead in project delivery, including project planning, people management, staffing, and risk mitigation
• Manage a diverse team with various skill sets while providing mentorship and coaching to junior members
• Lead task planning and distribution among team members for timely completion of projects with high‑quality results
• Guide the project deliverables such as business case development, solution vision and design, user requirements, prototypes, technical architecture, test cases, deployment plans and operations strategy

What you’ll bring:

• Undertake primary ownership in driving self and team effort across all phases of a project lifecycle
• Translate business requirements into technical designs and drive team efforts to design, build, and manage Anaplan‑based Sales Performance Management (SPM) solutions that solve complex business problems
• Lead requirements gathering workshops and collaborate with business stakeholders to understand planning, sales operations, incentive compensation, territory, and quota management requirements
• Design and implement scalable Anaplan solutions supporting Territory Planning, Quota Planning, Incentive Compensation Management, Sales Forecasting, Workforce Planning, and Sales Planning processes
• Own solution architecture, including model design, dimensional design, security framework, integration architecture, deployment strategy, and governance processes
• Apply appropriate development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) and implementation best practices to ensure successful and timely completion of projects
• Partner with Project Leads and Program Leads in delivering projects and assist with project management responsibilities including project planning, staffing, risk mitigation, and stakeholder communication
• Lead and mentor a team of 3–5 Anaplan developers/model builders, providing technical guidance, design reviews, implementation oversight, and quality assurance
• Collaborate with global teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless communication, delivery execution, and knowledge sharing
• Lead task planning and task distribution across team members and ensure timely completion of deliverables with high quality standards
• Lead project deliverables including solution vision and design, business requirements, user stories, model architecture, integration design, testing strategy, deployment planning, and operational readiness
• Manage direct and indirect client communications and act as a trusted advisor during solution design and implementation activities
• Design and implement integrations between Anaplan and enterprise systems such as Salesforce, SAP, Snowflake, Databricks, Azure, AWS, and other enterprise platforms
• Drive testing activities across SIT, UAT, deployment, and hyper‑care phases, ensuring alignment between business requirements and delivered functionality
• Review and optimize Anaplan models for scalability, maintainability, performance, and governance compliance
• Support business development activities including solution demonstrations, effort estimation, proposal development, staffing strategy, and capability‑building initiatives
• Exhibit continuous improvement and innovation by adopting new technologies, implementation methodologies, and planning frameworks while helping team members do the same
• Fluency in English
• Client‑first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem‑solving approach

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree with specialization in Computer Science, MIS, IT, Engineering, Business Analytics, Operations Research, or other related disciplines
• 4–6 years of relevant consulting‑industry experience working on medium to large‑scale technology solution delivery engagements
• Master Anaplanner certification is mandatory
• At least 3 years of hands‑on experience implementing Anaplan solutions across Sales Performance Management (SPM), Territory Planning, Quota Planning, Incentive Compensation, Sales Forecasting, Workforce Planning, or related planning use cases
• Experience leading requirements gathering workshops and translating business requirements into scalable solution designs
• Strong understanding of solution architecture, model design patterns, integration architecture, security design, and enterprise planning frameworks
• Demonstrated experience leading teams of 3–5 developers/model builders across multiple workstreams and managing delivery quality, timelines, and stakeholder expectations
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise‑scale Anaplan models, including model architecture, dimensional design, ALM, security, and performance optimization
• Experience building and managing Data Hub architectures and enterprise planning ecosystems
• Experience integrating Anaplan with Salesforce, SAP, Snowflake, Databricks, Azure, AWS, or similar enterprise platforms
• Strong understanding of sales planning processes, territory design methodologies, quota allocation processes, incentive compensation management, and forecasting best practices
• Experience leading implementation, SIT, UAT, deployment, training, and client enablement activities
• Experience creating solution blueprints, technical specifications, test strategies, deployment plans, and operational support models
• Prior consulting experience working directly with client stakeholders and business leadership teams

Additional Skills

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to structure thoughts logically during discussions and presentations
• Capability to simplify complex concepts into easily understandable frameworks and presentations
• Proficiency in working within a virtual global team environment, contributing to the timely delivery of multiple projects
• Travel to other offices as required to collaborate with clients and internal project teams

How you’ll grow

• Cross‑functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s‑curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in India, visit ZS India office locations | Where we work | ZS.

Hybrid working model

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on‑site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face‑to‑face connections.

Travel

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client‑facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying?

At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and getting the resources they need to thrive.

If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on‑line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

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