IBP Consultant, Operation Planning

Danfoss; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,600,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking an IBP Supply Planning Consultant to implement and optimize SAP IBP solutions and drive improved forecasting accuracy, cash flow and delivery performance across the organization.

You'll design and configure IBP modules for Supply Planning, S&OP, Inventory Optimization, and Control Tower, connect with SAP ECC/S4HANA, manage data flow, and train stakeholders to enable better decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Admin, Engineering or related field (Master's preferred).
• 3+ years hands-on SAP IBP implementations with IBP modules knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Configure SAP IBP modules for Supply Planning, S&OP, Inventory Optimization and Control Tower.
• Integrate IBP with SAP ECC/S4HANA and third-party apps, and manage data migration.
• Improve planning efficiency and forecasting accuracy.
• Provide training and ongoing technical support.

Skills

S&OP

Forecast constraining

Executive stakeholder management

Data analysis

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP IBP

SAP ECC

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

Danfoss Central SIOP (Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning) function is looking for an IBP (Integrated Business Planning) Supply Planning Consultant with extensive knowledge of S&OP who will be responsible for implementing and optimizing SAP IBP solutions to improve supply chain planning and execution. The role involves working with stakeholders to design and configure IBP modules, ensuring alignment with business goals and processes across the company. Your daily work will significantly contribute to enhancing forecasting accuracy, cashflow and supply planning and must be driven by a front line passion to improve delivery performance and thereby customer experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Solution Design & Implementation: Configuring SAP IBP modules focused on Supply Planning, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Inventory Optimization, and Control Tower. Gathering business requirements and translating them into technical solutions.
• Integration & Data Management: Connecting SAP IBP with other SAP systems (e.g., SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA) and third‑party applications. Managing data migration and ensuring seamless data flow across systems.
• Process Optimization: Improving planning efficiency and enhancing forecasting accuracy.
• Support & Training: Providing technical support and conducting training sessions.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Experience: More than 3 years of hands‑on experience in SAP IBP implementations along with strong knowledge of IBP modules and configuration.
• Technical Skills: 3+ years of expertise in S&OP, focused on forecast constraining, S&OP process execution and executive handshakes.
• English language: Ability to communicate, read and write fluently.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication and stakeholder management, strong analytical skills to analyze complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Certifications: SAP IBP certification is a plus.

What You’ll Get From Us

• Flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance.
• An inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected and valued for who they are.
• Benefits on top of your salary (details provided during the recruitment process).

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.