Maven Workforce Inc. · 7 hours ago
Senior Lead / Solution Architect – SAP IBP OBP
Maven Workforce Inc. is seeking a Senior Lead / Solution Architect with extensive experience in SAP IBP and supply chain management. The role involves leading implementations, solution design, and integration management to drive value in complex supply chain environments.
Responsibilities
Lead Implementations: Drive end-to-end SAP IBP Response & Supply implementations, including blueprinting, configuration, integration, and deployment
Solution Design: Conduct process assessments and gap analysis; lead solution design workshops with stakeholders to define OBP processes aligned with business goals
Hands-on Configuration: Supply planning heuristics and optimizers. Order-based planning and pegging rules. Supply propagation and response planning scenarios. Deployment and Transport Load Building (TLB). Key figure modeling and planning area extensions
Integration Management: Guide S/4HANA integration via SDI/CPI and OData interfaces; ensure seamless data flow between IBP and S/4HANA (MM, PP, SD)
Documentation: Deliver functional specifications for custom developments and create solution blueprints
Leadership: Provide thought leadership on SAP best practices; mentor junior consulting teams and support delivery governance
Business Development: Support client proposals, demos, and the development of internal accelerators and estimation models
Qualification
Required
12–15 years of end-to-end SAP Supply Chain experience, including hands-on configuration, solution design, and client leadership across global transformation programs
Degree: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
SAP Certified Application Consultant – IBP for Supply and Response
12–15 years in SAP, focusing on Supply Planning and Execution
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in SAP IBP Response & Supply (specifically OBP) and supply planning optimization
Deep expertise in PP and MM, including material planning, MRP, capacity planning, and production order execution
Configuring and testing IBP models and planning areas
Managing end-to-end data integration between IBP and S/4HANA
Executing constraint-based and demand-driven supply planning
Strong executive presence with the ability to manage senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams
Preferred
SAP S/4HANA certification in PP or MM
Experience in Manufacturing, CPG, Life Sciences, or High-Tech industries
Familiarity with Agile/SAP Activate methodology