Senior Application Analyst: Supply Chain Planning Location: Amsterdam

Hef Associates; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hef Associates in Amsterdam is seeking a Senior Application Analyst for Supply Chain Planning to drive the implementation and ongoing optimization of a modern planning landscape across an international retail organization.

You will partner with implementation partners and Solution Architects to translate business requirements into functional planning solutions, ensure SAP S/4HANA integration, and contribute to the long-term roadmap through data-driven improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Several years of experience as an Application Analyst or functional consultant in planning.
• Experience implementing and supporting enterprise planning applications.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and ongoing optimization of enterprise planning solutions.
• Translate business requirements into functional planning configurations.
• Collaborate with partners and Solution Architects; participate in workshops and go-live activities.
• Ensure SAP S/4HANA integration and data-driven improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Agile experience

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Blue Yonder

O9 Solutions

RELEX

Job description

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Senior Application Analyst: Supply Chain Planning

Job ID: 284

Your Impact

Are you an experienced Application Analyst with a passion for planning solutions and enterprise applications? Do you enjoy implementing new technologies and driving continuous improvement after go-live? In this role, you will play a key part in delivering and optimizing a modern planning landscape that supports strategic business decision-making across an international retail organization.

Your Role

As a Senior Application Analyst – Supply Chain Planning, you will support the implementation, management, and continuous improvement of a new enterprise planning landscape. The program includes several planning capabilities, such as:

• Merchandise Financial Planning (MFP)
• Assortment Planning
• Demand Forecasting
• Supply Chain Planning

Working closely with implementation partners and the Solution Architect, you will help deliver a best-in-class planning solution. The organization is implementing one of the leading planning platforms, such as Blue Yonder, O9 Solutions, or RELEX.

After implementation, you will be responsible for the functional management, optimization, and ongoing development of the platform. Serving as the link between Business and IT, you will ensure that the solution continues to deliver value through improved planning processes and data-driven decision-making.

What You'll Do

• Support the implementation of enterprise planning solutions in collaboration with implementation partners and Solution Architects.
• Translate business requirements from Planning, Merchandising, Supply Chain, and Finance into functional application solutions.
• Participate in workshops, solution configuration, testing, data migration, and go-live activities.
• Conduct impact assessments and recommend process and system improvements.
• Be responsible for the operational management and optimization of deployed applications.
• Analyze incidents and coordinate improvements with internal teams and external partners.
• Support software releases, upgrades, and the rollout of new features.
• Ensure seamless integration with SAP S/4HANA and other enterprise planning and data platforms.
• Contribute to the long-term roadmap for planning capabilities and application enhancements.

What You'll Bring

• A bachelor's or master's degree, or an equivalent level of work experience and analytical ability.
• Several years of experience as an Application Analyst, Functional Consultant, or in a similar role within Supply Chain, Merchandising, or Planning.
• Experience implementing and supporting enterprise planning applications.
• Knowledge of one or more planning domains, including Merchandise Financial Planning, Assortment Planning, Demand Forecasting, or Supply Chain Planning.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA and integrations in complex enterprise environments.
• Experience with or exposure to Blue Yonder, O9 Solutions, or RELEX is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven mindset.
• Experience working in Agile environments and on implementation projects.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to bridge the gap between business and IT.

What Makes You Successful

• You enjoy building and improving enterprise applications, from implementation through ongoing optimization.
• You are comfortable balancing project work with application support and continuous improvement.
• You stay up to date on developments in planning technology and enterprise applications.
• You combine analytical thinking with a pragmatic, hands-on approach.
• You take ownership and are committed to delivering high-quality solutions.
• You enjoy collaborating with international stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

What's Offered

• A key role within a strategic transformation program.
• The opportunity to shape and optimize a modern enterprise planning landscape.
• Collaboration with leading planning technology providers and international teams.
• Plenty of opportunities for innovation, ownership, and professional growth.
• A dynamic international retail environment featuring modern technologies.
• A competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.