Associate Manager - SAP-SAP IBP Demand Planning

Job Description

As an Associate Manager, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our SAP IBP Demand Planning processes. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving enhancements, ensuring accurate demand forecasting, and improving overall supply chain efficiency. This role offers an opportunity to lead a team, collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders, and make a significant impact on our organization's planning and delivery strategies.

• Lead and manage a team of SAP IBP professionals, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Implement and drive enhancements to SAP IBP Demand Planning processes, focusing on accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align demand planning with business objectives and strategies.
• Analyze and interpret demand data, identifying trends and patterns to optimize forecasting.
• Ensure timely and accurate demand forecasts, considering various factors such as seasonality, promotions, and market dynamics.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including business units and supply chain partners.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in SAP IBP and supply chain planning technologies, implementing best practices.
• Document and communicate demand planning processes, ensuring a clear understanding across the organization.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with demand planning, implementing contingency plans as needed.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in SAP IBP Demand Planning, with a strong focus on enhancements and improvements.
• In‑depth knowledge of SAP IBP (DP & IO) modules and their integration with other SAP solutions.
• Proven track record of leading and managing successful SAP IBP projects.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, and inventory management.
• Proficiency in SAP tools and technologies, including SAP HANA and SAP Analytics Cloud.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI‑powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automation, and resiliency – to thrive on change.

Our transformative solutions in Digital Logistics, Cognitive Manufacturing, Autonomous Planning, Smart Procurement and Digitalization are positioned around key industry pillars and delivered through a comprehensive portfolio of services spanning digital strategy, design and build, and implementation across a range of technology platforms.

Bristlecone is ranked among the top ten leaders in supply chain services by Gartner. We are headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe and Asia, and over 2,500 consultants. Bristlecone is part of the $19.4 billion Mahindra Group.

Bristlecone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

• Understand and adhere to Information Security policies, guidelines and procedure, practice them for protection of organizational data and Information System.
• Take part in information security training and act while handling information.
• Report all suspected security and policy breach to Info Sec team or appropriate authority (CISO).
• Understand and adhere to the additional information security responsibilities as part of the assigned job role.