Anaplan Architect

Anaplan Architect

Location:

Irvine, CA

Deep expertise in:

• Anaplan modeling (lists, modules, dashboards, ALM, versioning)

• PLANS & DISCO methodologies

Strong understanding of:

• Financial planning & forecasting processes

• Multi-dimensional modeling concepts

Integration experience:

• REST APIs, Anaplan Connect, Cloud Works

• ETL/ELT tools (Informatica, Dell Boomi, Mule Soft)

Data platforms knowledge:

• Snowflake, Azure, AWS, or GCP

Familiarity with:

• SQL, Python (nice to have)

• Agile/SAFe methodologies

Solution Architecture & Design:

• Lead end-to-end Anaplan solution architecture, including data models, integration frameworks, and UX design.

• Define scalable, high-performance model structures aligned with Anaplan best practices (PLANS, DISCO methodologies).

• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and data governance policies.

Model Building & Optimization:

• Design and build complex Anaplan models for Financial Planning, Sales Planning, Workforce Planning, or Supply Chain.

• Optimize model performance (sparsity reduction, efficient calculations, minimized formula complexity).

• Oversee development lifecycle including model revision control and deployment.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Partner with business leaders (Finance, Sales, HR, Supply Chain) to gather requirements and translate into technical designs.

• Provide thought leadership on planning transformation and Anaplan capabilities.

• Drive workshops, demos, and solution presentations.

Integration & Data Management:

• Architect integrations between Anaplan and enterprise systems (SAP, Oracle, Snowflake, Workday, etc.).

• Work with ETL tools (Informatica, Mule Soft, Boomi) or APIs for seamless data exchange.

• Ensure data accuracy, governance, and security.

Governance & Best Practices:

• Establish and enforce Anaplan CoE (Center of Excellence) standards.

• Perform model reviews, audits, and performance tuning.

• Maintain documentation for architecture, models, and processes.

Team Leadership & Mentoring:

• Guide and mentor Anaplan model builders and analysts.

• Act as SME for troubleshooting and complex solutioning.

• Provide training on best practices and advanced Anaplan features.