Senior Functional Consultant (Supply Planning) - Delivery - Retail

o9 Solutions, Inc.; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

o9 Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Senior Functional Consultant - Retail in Bengaluru. You will drive demand and supply planning implementations, aligning processes with o9 platform capabilities and best practices across the retail domain.

Join a scale-up with a strong emphasis on collaboration, customer success, and global rollout. You will engage in blueprinting, configuration, testing, and go-live activities while mentoring junior consultants.

Qualifications

• 3–12+ years total experience with at least 2+ years implementing planning applications.
• Btech/BE/MCA/Mtech.
• Languages: SQL, MDX, T-SQL or similar; Statistical, Optimization and Simulation skills through software tools like R, SAS, CPLEX.
• Deep understanding of supply chain planning concepts including Demand Management, Distribution Planning, Master Planning and S&OP.
• End-to-end lifecycle of implementation: blueprinting, configuration, testing, go-live.
• Experience with implementing solutions for retail planning processes like Merchandise Financial Planning, Allocations, Replenishment, Retail Forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of industry best practices, business processes, and o9 solutions, architecture, and value proposition.
• Ensure data loads accuracy and end-to-end workflows by resolving customer issues.
• Coordinate with other o9 consultants to resolve design issues and manage platform upgrades/patches.
• Configure the o9 platform based on change requests post go-live to solve deep operational problems.
• Create and execute workflow and data analytics test-cases; track issues and resolutions.
• Provide Super User and End User training for a global user base.

Skills

SQL

MDX

T-SQL

Data analysis

Supply chain planning

Demand management

Education

Btech/BE/MCA/Mtech

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Transforming the Future of Enterprise Planning

At o9, our mission is to be the Most Value-Creating Platform for enterprises by transforming decision-making through our AI-first approach. By integrating siloed planning capabilities and capturing millions - even billions - in value leakage, we help businesses plan smarter and faster.

This not only enhances operational efficiency but also reduces waste, leading to better outcomes for both businesses and the planet. Global leaders like Google, PepsiCo, Walmart, T-Mobile, AB InBev, and Starbucks trust o9 to optimize their supply chains.

Job Title: Senior Functional Consultant-Retail

Role: Consultant/Senior - Demand or Supply Planning

Location :Bangalore, Hybrid
Work hours :Regular Shift

What you’ll do for us…

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of industry best practices, business processes, o9's solutions, technical architecture, and value proposition.
• Responsible for solution usability and uptime by resolving any customer issues in a timely fashion, ensuring accuracy of data loads and validating the e2e workflows.
• Identify any design issues in the existing setup and co-ordinate with other o9 consultants to solve the business problem. Be the single point of contact for any platform-level upgrade/patch/hot fix.
• Configure the o9 platform based on change requests/enhancements post go-live and deliver them to solve deep operations/supply chain problems.
• Create and execute workflow and data analytics test-cases. Work on bugs/issues and track progress in resolving them using the support tool.
• Support Super User and End User training, for a global user base.
• Actively help improve internal processes and product features based on customer feedback by interfacing with the development and operations teams.

What you'll have...

• Experience: 3-12+ years of total experiece with atleast2+ years of experiencewithimplementing planning applicationsis a MUST.
• Education: Btech/BE/MCA/Mtech
• Languages: SQL, MDX, T-SQL or similar; Statistical, Optimization and Simulation skills through software tools and packages like R, SAS, CPLEX or similar are desirable.
• Skills: Deep understanding of supply chain planning concepts includingDemand Management, Distribution Planning, Master Planning and S&OP.
• Deep experience inend-to-end lifecycle of implementation; phases such asblueprinting, configuration, testing, go-live
• Hands on experience withimplementing solutionsfor one or more key retail planning processes such as Merchandise Financial Planning, Assortment Planning, Allocations, Replenishment and Retail Forecasting
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint for analysis and presentation
• Good to have certifications inretail planning, supply chain planning, TOGAF
• Characteristics: Strong ability to lead by example and demonstrate proficiency in both product and domain. Patient listener with the ability to clearly articulate your view point to manage and deliver to customer expectations, even under pressure. Ability to analyze and process large amounts of data and complement it with intuition to prioritize and focus on the highest value opportunities or the biggest risks is key. Ability to simplify complexity
• We really value team spirit: Transparency and frequent communication is key. At o9, this is not limited by hierarchy, distance, or function.

What we'll do for you:

• Flat organization:With a very strong entrepreneurial culture (and no corporate politics).
• Great people and unlimited fun at work.
• Possibility to really make a difference in a scale-up environment.
• Support network: Work with a team you can learn from every day.
• Diversity: We pride ourselves on our international working environment.
• DavOs Insight (Turning VUCA into value with Neuro-Symbolic AI): https://l1nk.dev/ngQoe
• Work-Life Balance: https://youtu.be/IHSZeUPATBA?feature=shared
• Feel part of A team: https://youtu.be/QbjtgaCyhes?feature=shared

Good luck!

More about us...

At o9, transparency and open communication are at the core of our culture. Collaboration thrives across all levels- hierarchy, distance, or function never limit innovation or teamwork. Beyond work, we encourage volunteering opportunities, social impact initiatives, and diverse cultural celebrations.

With a $3.7 billion valuation and a global presence across Dallas, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Madrid, London, Paris, Tokyo, Seoul, and Munich, o9 is among the fastest-growing technology companies in the world. Through our aim10x vision, we are committed to AI-powered management, driving 10x improvements in enterprise decision-making. Our Enterprise Knowledge Graph enables businesses to anticipate risks, adapt to market shifts, and gain real-time visibility. By automating millions of decisions and reducing manual interventions by up to 90%, we empower enterprises to drive profitable growth, reduce inefficiencies, and create lasting value.

o9 is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. Join us as we continue our growth journey!

More about us...

At o9, transparency and open communication are at the core of our culture. Collaboration thrives across all levels- hierarchy, distance, or function never limit innovation or teamwork. Beyond work, we encourage volunteering opportunities, social impact initiatives, and diverse cultural celebrations.

With a $3.7 billion valuation and a global presence across Dallas, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Madrid, London, Paris, Tokyo, Seoul, and Munich, o9 is among the fastest-growing technology companies in the world. Through our aim10x vision, we are committed to AI-powered management, driving 10x improvements in enterprise decision-making. Our Enterprise Knowledge Graph enables businesses to anticipate risks, adapt to market shifts, and gain real-time visibility. By automating millions of decisions and reducing manual interventions by up to 90%, we empower enterprises to drive profitable growth, reduce inefficiencies, and create lasting value.

o9 is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. Join us as we continue our growth journey!