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SAC Planning Specialist/Consultant
Job in
Alpharetta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30023, USA
Listed on 2026-06-01
Listing for:
TATA Consulting Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Data Analyst, Data Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
e Technical/Functional Skills
# Skill / Technology # Skill / Technology Proficiency Level
1 SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) - 6+ years 7 Revenue Planning & Driver-based Models Expert
2 Python (data pipelines, automation, ML forecasting) 8 Cost Center & Profit Center Planning Expert
3 Node.js (API integrations, backend services) 9 Budgeting & Rolling Forecast Expert
4 JavaScript (SAC scripting, custom widgets, Analytics Designer) 10 SAC Data Actions & Allocations Expert
5 SAP BPC / BW / HANA integration 11 Snowflake / Data Warehouse connectivity Advanced
6 REST API / OData / JSON (data connectivity) 12 MS Excel Advanced (model validation, Power Query) Advanced
Key Responsibilities:
Finance Planning & FP&A
* Lead end-to-end implementation of Revenue Planning, Cost Planning, Headcount Planning, Budgeting, and Rolling Forecast processes within SAC.
* Configure driver-based planning models, allocation rules, distribution & spreading logic, and advanced formula-based calculations.
* Set up Planning Calendars, workflows, task assignments, and review/approval cycles (Schedule phase).
* Enable Predict capabilities: configure automated time-series forecasting (predictive scenarios) and planning propositions using SAC built-in ML features.
* Support ACT vs. BUD variance analysis, asymmetric reporting, and management reporting dashboards.
SAC Architecture & Planning Model Design
* Design and configure SAC Planning models for Cost Center Planning, Profit Center Planning, Project Planning, and Group Reporting aligned to the architecture shown in the SAC Overview (Prepare → Schedule → Predict → Plan → Visualize → Finalize → Collaborate cycle).
* Build and maintain multi-dimensional planning models integrating actuals from SAP ECC / SAP HANA and HR data from HR systems, CF Portal exchange rates, and master data.
* Configure Snowflake connectors and live/import data connections for real-time analytics and planning.
* Develop and maintain integration pipelines with Microsoft Teams and Excel-based reporting exports.
Fin ance Planning & FP&A
* Lead end-to-end implementation of Revenue Planning, Cost Planning, Headcount Planning, Budgeting, and Rolling Forecast processes within SAC.
* Configure driver-based planning models, allocation rules, distribution & spreading logic, and advanced formula-based calculations.
* Set up Planning Calendars, workflows, task assignments, and review/approval cycles (Schedule phase).
* Enable Predict capabilities: configure automated time-series forecasting (predictive scenarios) and planning propositions using SAC built-in ML features.
* Support ACT vs. BUD variance analysis, asymmetric reporting, and management reporting dashboards.
Development & Technical Implementation
* Develop custom SAC scripts using JavaScript and Analytics Designer for advanced UI and planning inputs.
* Build Python-based automation scripts for data transformation, validation, and loading into SAC planning models.
* Create Node.js APIs for bi-directional data exchange between SAC and downstream systems (Esprit Financial Reporting, Snowflake, etc.).
* Perform data modeling in SAP BW / HANA to support planning and reporting requirements.
* Manage security roles, data access controls, and planning model governance.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
* Partner with Finance, FP&A, and Divisional Admin users to gather requirements, run workshops, and translate business needs into SAC planning solutions.
* Conduct UAT, training sessions, and knowledge transfer to end-user planners and reviewers.
* Collaborate with Forecast & Budget owners and Divisional Admin users on planning cycle governance.
Prepare and present solution design documents
Generic Managerial Skills, If any
Competency Expected Behavior
Communication & Stakeholder Management Ability to translate complex technical solutions into business language; executive presentation skills
Project & Program Management Experience managing SAP implementation work streams;
Agile / Waterfall delivery; RAID log management
Team Leadership Mentoring junior consultants; conducting code / design reviews; cross-functional collaboration
Analytical & Problem-Solving Root-cause analysis, financial modelling…
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