SAP IBP Consultant - Supply Chain Planning Architect

Staff Perm; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Part time

Job summary

Staff Perm is seeking a SAP IBP Consultant and Supply Chain Planning Architect to design, configure, and optimize SAP IBP Demand, Supply & Response, and Inventory Optimization for our Richardson, TX client. In this contract-to-hire role, you will lead solution architecture, drive high-volume planning, and collaborate with IT and Supply Chain teams to translate business needs into scalable IBP solutions.

You should have 5+ years in SAP IBP implementations and hands-on experience with CPI-DS, SDI,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of SAP IBP implementation and solution architecture experience.
• Hands-on expertise with SAP IBP modules: Demand Planning, Supply & Response, and Inventory Optimization.
• Experience with SAP CPI-DS, SDI, RTI and SAP ERP integrations (ECC and/or S/4HANA).

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP IBP solution architecture and implementation for Demand Planning, Supply & Response Planning, and Inventory Optimization.
• Design and support integration solutions using SAP CPI-DS, SDI, and RTI.
• Configure and enhance IBP modules to handle high-volume transactions including purchase orders and order lines.
• Develop exception-driven planning workflows.
• Align SAP IBP solutions with enterprise IT strategy and SAP roadmap.
• Facilitate business requirements workshops and discovery sessions.
• Assess SAP IBP standard configuration capabilities and identify gaps.
• Recommend configuration solutions, enhancements, and alternative approaches.
• Design exception management solutions for shortages, excess inventory, and supply constraints.
• Optimize processing performance and system scalability.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Parts Operations, and IT teams to translate business needs into SAP IBP solutions.
• Manage a prioritized roadmap aligned with PDC enablement, ERP rollout phases, and post-go-live enhancements.
• Define and optimize planning areas, key figures, and master data structures.
• Support data readiness activities including cleansing, transformation, and harmonization.
• Ensure integration between SAP IBP, SAP ERP systems, and analytics platforms.
• Support end-to-end planning process design across Demand, Supply, and Execution.
• Align SAP IBP design with PDC blueprinting and rollout strategies.
• Identify deliverables for blueprint and post-implementation phases.
• Support phased implementation and deployment activities.
• Participate in all project lifecycle phases including Design, Build, Test, Deploy, and Hypercare.
• Support user acceptance testing and performance validation.
• Drive continuous improvement of SAP IBP planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with SAP IBP best practices, IT standards, and governance.
• Document solution architecture, processes, and project milestones.
• Support long-term SAP IBP maturity and operational excellence.

Skills

SAP IBP experience

Solution architecture

Demand Planning

Inventory Optimization

High-volume planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/Engineering/IS

Tools

SAP CPI-DS

SAP SDI

SAP RTI

ERP integrations (ECC/S4HANA)

Job description

Advance your career as a SAP IBP Consultant and Supply Chain Planning Architect, delivering innovative solutions for complex parts planning and ERP transformation.

We are looking for a skilled SAP IBP Consultant and Supply Chain Planning Architect to design, configure, and optimize SAP IBP Demand, Supply & Response, and Inventory Optimization modules. This role supports ERP transformation and Parts Distribution Center enablement, ensuring robust, scalable planning solutions for high-volume, exception-driven environments.

Job Details

• LOCATION: Richardson, TX 76082
• POSITION: Contract to Hire
• PAY RANGE: $80.00
• *Must be USC or Green Card holder

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP IBP solution architecture and implementation for Demand Planning, Supply & Response Planning, and Inventory Optimization.
• Design and support integration solutions using SAP CPI-DS, SDI, and RTI.
• Configure and enhance IBP modules to handle high-volume transactions including purchase orders and order lines.
• Develop exception-driven planning workflows.
• Align SAP IBP solutions with enterprise IT strategy and SAP roadmap.
• Facilitate business requirements workshops and discovery sessions.
• Assess SAP IBP standard configuration capabilities and identify gaps.
• Recommend configuration solutions, enhancements, and alternative approaches.
• Design exception management solutions for shortages, excess inventory, and supply constraints.
• Optimize processing performance and system scalability.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Parts Operations, and IT teams to translate business needs into SAP IBP solutions.
• Manage a prioritized roadmap aligned with PDC enablement, ERP rollout phases, and post-go-live enhancements.
• Define and optimize planning areas, key figures, and master data structures.
• Support data readiness activities including cleansing, transformation, and harmonization.
• Ensure integration between SAP IBP, SAP ERP systems, and analytics platforms.
• Support end-to-end planning process design across Demand, Supply, and Execution.
• Align SAP IBP design with PDC blueprinting and rollout strategies.
Identify deliverables for blueprint and post-implementation phases.
• Support phased implementation and deployment activities.
• Participate in all project lifecycle phases including Design, Build, Test, Deploy, and Hypercare.
• Support user acceptance testing and performance validation.
• Drive continuous improvement of SAP IBP planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with SAP IBP best practices, IT standards, and governance.
• Document solution architecture, processes, and project milestones.
• Support long-term SAP IBP maturity and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of SAP IBP implementation and solution architecture experience.
• Hands‑on expertise with SAP IBP Demand Planning, SAP IBP Supply Planning / Response & Supply, and SAP IBP Inventory Optimization.
• Experience with SAP CPI‑DS, SDI, RTI, and SAP ERP integrations (ECC and/or S/4HANA).
• Strong experience in high-volume, exception‑based planning environments.
• Proven expertise in business requirements analysis and solution design.
• Experience with full software development lifecycle and enterprise architecture design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aftermarket, service parts, or distribution‑focused business environments.
• Experience supporting multi‑ERP consolidation or transformation initiatives.
• Exposure to data lake and advanced analytics platforms.
• Experience supporting large‑scale transaction environments involving purchase orders, order lines, and exception management.
• Ability to assess SAP IBP limitations and recommend alternative business or technical solutions.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening based on local, state, and federal laws.

Minor offenses will not necessarily disqualify a candidate and all situations are reviewed by HR for compliance with local laws and hiring requirements.