DTS Business Planning Solution Owner

IFF; Chennai; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Global opportunities

Job summary

IFF is seeking a DTS Business Planning Solution owner in Chennai, India to govern Supply Chain Planning and Production using IBP, ePPDS, SCM7/APO, and SAP S/4HANA. You will lead a cross-functional team and drive end-to-end IT initiatives with a focus on operational excellence.

The role requires deep SAP knowledge, 10+ years in IT/SCM, and an ability to translate business needs into scalable technology solutions across a global organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years IT or SCM experience deploying planning systems.
• Expertise in SAP IBP, SAP SCM/APO, SAP S/4HANA.
• Experience integrating ERP solutions (SAP QM, EWM, SD).
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-cultural collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Own Manufacturing IT strategy and portfolio governance.
• Drive roadmap for Manufacturing IT initiatives.
• Lead cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team.
• Ensure on-time delivery within budgets and quality.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deploy SAP IBP/SAP S/4HANA.
• Coordinate with Order Fulfillment, Quality, Manufacturing for integrated solutions.

Skills

Stakeholder management

PMO governance

Cross-functional leadership

Program delivery

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP IBP

SAP SCM/APO

SAP S/4HANA

ERP integrations

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary

Are you passionate about service excellence? Would you love to work for a global organization that is doing more good for people and planet?

IFF is a global leader in Flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Digital Technology Solutions: Accelerating innovation through data, technology and digital transformation, building intelligent solutions that enhance experiences and power smarter decisions.

The role is based in Chennai, India. Be part of a creative, solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

As a DTS Business Planning Solution owner, you will be responsible for establishing a governance structure over the Supply chain Planning and Production landscape using IBP, ePPDS, SCM7/APO, support outlining Supply Chain Planning and production Strategy within IFF.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Own the Manufacturing IT strategy and overall Manufacturing portfolio, ensuring alignment of business requirements with technology solutions across the organization.
• Drive portfolio governance and strategic roadmap execution for Manufacturing IT initiatives, aligning priorities across multiple business functions.
• Lead and manage a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team of domain experts and project managers through robust PMO governance practices.
• Oversee the successful delivery of Manufacturing programs and projects, ensuring execution within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Manage a portfolio of prioritized planning initiatives, coordinating resources and activities to achieve business objectives.
• Partner with business units and corporate functions to identify opportunities, define goals, and translate requirements into scalable technology solutions.
• Program and project manage strategic planning initiatives, driving end-to-end implementation and business value realization.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deploy capabilities across platforms including SAP IBP, SAP SCM/APO, and SAP S/4HANA.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Order Fulfillment, Quality, and Manufacturing to deliver integrated solutions that support operational excellence and continuous improvement.

What Makes You The Right Fit

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, with a strong understanding of business planning and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in modern supply chain processes, planning methodologies, and manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in IT and/or Supply Chain Management, including the deployment of business planning and manufacturing systems and processes.
• Deep knowledge of SAP IBP, SAP SCM/APO, SAP S/4HANA, and other planning solutions, with the ability to apply these technologies to business requirements.
• Strong understanding of systems architecture and enterprise application landscapes.
• Experience integrating ERP solutions, including SAP QM, SAP EWM, and SAP SD, to support end-to-end business processes.
• Proven experience in project portfolio management, including governance, prioritization, and delivery of strategic initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global and cross-functional teams, including remote and multicultural environments.
• Highly organized, self-directed, and results-oriented, with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives, drive outcomes, and travel as required to support business needs.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Deep expertise in Manufacturing IT, Supply Chain Planning, and SAP solutions (IBP, APO, S/4HANA).
• Proven success leading global transformation programs and cross-cultural remote teams.
• Strong ability to align business strategy with technology solutions, delivering results on time and within budget.

Why Choose Us?

• Work in a global organization that values innovation and sustainability.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

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