Consultant IT, Functional Lead Planning

Vantive; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vital organ therapy company is seeking a Consultant IT, Functional Lead Planning in Bengaluru. This role involves designing and delivering technical solutions to enhance Supply Chain Planning. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and 8+ years of experience, including SaaS application implementation. Key responsibilities include solving business problems, managing project backlogs, and collaborating with technical teams. This position provides an opportunity to significantly impact operational efficiencies while working with advanced digital solutions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Information Systems, ERP supply chain planning systems, and software development methodologies.
• 3+ years of functional configuration experience in SaaS application implementation.
• Experience leading multicultural virtual teams across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Identify and solve complex business problems for supply chain applications.
• Collaborate with the Product Owner to manage project backlogs.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures for task standardization.

Skills

Supply Chain planning operations

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

Jira

KINAXIS Rapid Response

Job description

Consultant IT, Functional Lead Planning at Vantive

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams worldwide. For 70 years our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care, and we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while investing in transforming vital organ therapies.

Overview

As the Consultant Supply Chain Planning Functional Lead IT, you will partner with the Business Relationship Manager and Supply Chain Planning leadership to design and deliver technical solutions. You will support the cloning of Supply Chain TSA applications, working with the Technical Lead and third‑party integrator to time and implement all cloned applications, enabling the planning function to achieve its goals and maintain Vantive’s market leadership.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and solve complex business problems for core Supply Chain Planning applications and processes.
• Collaborate with the Product Owner to manage the backlog, prioritize projects and features based on impact and alignment with strategic goals.
• Integrate customer and industry research, stakeholder requirements, and best practices into product priorities.
• Create and maintain documentation, development standards and best practices, ensuring the platform is secure and compliant with regulations.
• Align design with Vantive's global model, business rules, and other applications; challenge requirements when necessary.
• Serve as product engineer for agile or SDLC based project teams.
• Work with in‑house application teams and third‑party service providers to build knowledge and resolve incidents.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with minimal supervision.
• Keep up with emerging technologies and develop new technical skills as needed.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures to standardize tasks and ensure consistency.
• Communicate status, solutions, and concerns; disseminate information, deliver presentations, and address issues at all levels.
• Mentor, coach, and lead less experienced technical team members; foster professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Information Systems, ERP supply chain planning systems, and software development methodologies.
• 3+ years of functional configuration experience in SaaS application implementation (preferably KINAXIS Rapid Response).
• Strong understanding of Supply Chain planning operations and how technology can be leveraged; hands‑on experience with Forecasting, Distribution Planning, MRP, Production and Inventory planning.
• Experience with ITSM processes, ServiceNow or Jira (preferred).
• Ability to integrate supply chain applications with other systems.
• Managing stakeholders and expectations.
• Experience working cross‑functionally with matrixed teams.
• Interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Strong collaboration skills with business, data science, and technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of lean product principles and software development lifecycle.
• Foundational project management skills; ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads.
• Willingness to work in a cultural environment that values feedback and action.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Process orientation and ability to implement new processes and standards.
• Sharp analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Creative and innovative thinking.
• Experience leading multicultural virtual teams across time zones.

Reasonable Accommodation

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