SAP IBP Consultant - Manager

Cognizant's SAP practice is part of our Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) unit. In Cognizant's SAP practice, we help enterprises enhance business value in the digital economy. As part of this practice, you will drive digital acceleration, to prepare our clients for the approaching autonomous business by unlocking the value of digital with industry-specific outcomes. Our extended service portfolio and business solutions help our clients gain driven leadership, discover new revenue streams and achieve business agility-all with the operational mandates of cost and efficiency. Cognizant Technology Solutions is currently seeking a highly skilled SAP IBP Consultant who will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive supply chain planning solutions using SAP's Integrated Business Planning platform. The individual will work closely with our onsite delivery teams and participate in solution discussions and workshops. Role: SAP IBP Consultant Location: Portland, OR Work Model: Onsite We are seeking an authority SAP IBP Consultant to be responsible for the design and implementation of advance supply chain planning solutions. This role requires deep understanding of demand and supply chain management principles and the ability to translate sophisticated business requirements into effective technical solutions. Key Responsibilities: * Lead requirements capturing sessions with business users and prepare comprehensive requirement documents and functional specifications * Guide team members in resolving issues in a fast-paced and exciting environment! * Design and implement SAP IBP solutions aligned with business requirements! * Handle integration between SAP IBP and ECC/S4HANA systems * Optimize supply chain processes using Time Series Based Planning and Optimizer capabilities * Provide authoritative mentorship on SAP IBP Supply & TS Optimizer * Lead SAP IBP Demand Planning, S&OP, and Inventory Optimization initiatives * Ensure detailed integration through CI-DS functionalities

Required Qualifications: * Confirmed ability in SAP supply chain solutions * Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience with SAP IBP modules * Expert-level knowledge of ECC/S4 Production Planning and Materials Management * Confirmed experience in Time Series Based Supply Planning using Optimizer * Strong expertise in CI-DS functionalities * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills * Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate at all levels of business * Experience in leading and handling implementation projects * Prior experience handling onsite/offshore teams

Preferred Qualifications: * SAP IBP certification * Experience in multiple industry verticals * Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA integration with IBP * Experience with machine learning and sophisticated analytics in supply chain This position is eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits:

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: * Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance * Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off * 401(k) plan and contributions * Long-term/Short-term Disability * Paid Parental Leave Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.