Solution Specialist Business Planning

International Flavours & Fragrances India Private Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. The Chennai-based Solution Specialist Business Planning role drives alignment between business needs and technology, with SAP IBP, SCM, ePPDS and BW/Snowflake expertise to support planning initiatives.

You will own the project portfolio, capture requirements, configure systems, develop test plans, and guide end-to-end implementations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in SAP IBP, SCM, and related modules.
• Strong understanding of S/4HANA integration with planning and supply chain.
• Experience managing complex IT landscapes and external vendors.
• Proven project leadership across full lifecycle.
• Bachelor's or Master's in IT, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• Willingness to travel and work cross-functional.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the project portfolio.
• Analyze, configure and support SAP IBP, SCM, ePPDS and related processes.
• Gather requirements, design specs, system configurations, and test plans.
• Contribute to design, development and delivery of new system functionalities.
• Provide second-level support and user training.
• Develop networks with stakeholders across regions and sites.

Skills

SAP IBP

SCM

ePPDS

S/4HANA integration

Education

IT or Supply Chain degree

Tools

BW

Snowflake

CIDS

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 Solution Specialist Business Planning, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining the partnership between business needs and technology needs driving implementation, alignment, and execution in Business planning.

Where You'll Make a Difference

Own and manage the project portfolio, ensuring alignment between business requirements and delivered solutions. Analyze, configure, and support SAP IBP, SCM, ePPDS, and connected business processes (OtC, RtP, etc.), with working knowledge of CIDS, BW, and Snowflake. Gather, document, and maintain business requirements, design specifications, system configurations, and test plans. Contribute to the design, development, and delivery of new or enhanced system functionalities. Identify process improvement opportunities, recommend solutions, and quantify business benefits to drive standardization, simplification, and integration. Lead initiatives to optimize business processes through the effective and innovative use of integrated systems. Promote governance, best practices, stakeholder alignment, and effective communication across functions. Provide second-level support to key users, resolve day-to-day issues, and facilitate user training and knowledge transfer activities. Develop and maintain strong networks with key users and stakeholders across regions, business units, functions, and sites to support collaboration and continuous improvement.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• 7+ years of experience in SAP IBP, SCM, and related integrated modules, with expertise in business planning processes including ATP, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Production Planning.
• Strong understanding of S/4HANA and its integration with planning and supply chain processes.
• Experience supporting and managing related business and enterprise applications within a complex IT landscape.
• Proven ability to lead projects through the full lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support.
• Experience in project portfolio and lifecycle management, ensuring alignment with business priorities and strategic objectives.
• Demonstrated success working within global or international organizations and collaborating across diverse teams and regions.
• Experience managing external vendors, coordinating virtual teams, and driving outcomes in a matrixed environment.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Highly organized and self-directed, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills, the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives, drive results, and willingness to travel as required.

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How Would You Stand Out

• Deep SAP Planning Expertise across SAP IBP, SCM, ePPDS, and integrated planning processes.
• Proven Project Leadership with experience driving end-to-end implementations, process improvements, and business transformation initiatives.
• Strong Global Collaboration Skills with a track record of managing stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams in international environments.

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 At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart.

As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products - advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience.

We value an inclusive, creative workplace where all individuals can thrive and do their best work.

We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.