About the role
SAP IBP — Order - Based Planning (OBP) Solution Lead Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Lead architectural blueprinting for IBP-OBP: planning areas, master data, and key figure design. * Design and govern Real-Time Integration (RTI) and CI-DS data flows between SAP IBP and S/4HANA / ECC. * Configure and optimize Response Management, Allocation Planning, and tactical supply planning (heuristics / optimizers). * Facilitate “Fit-to-Standard” workshops with senior leadership; translate business goals into technical requirements. * Define test strategy (Unit, SIT, UAT) and oversee successful cutover to production.
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS * 10+ years of SAP experience, with 3–5 full-lifecycle SAP IBP implementations. * Deep hands-on expertise in Order-Based Planning (OBP), RTI, harmonized planning areas, and the SAP IBP Excel add-in. * Proven integration experience with Advanced ATP (aATP) and Production Planning & Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS). * Strong end-to-end supply chain planning acumen (S&OP, Demand Planning, Inventory Optimization). * SAP IBP or Solution Architect certification preferred. * US work authorization required; H-1B transfer considered for exceptionally strong candidates.