Job DescriptionBristlecone's SAP Planning - Delivery department seeks an Associate Manager to own the end-to-end SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Response & Supply Order Series. The role combines deep Order-Based Planning (OBP) expertise with strong client-facing skills to design, implement, and optimize supply-chain solutions, mentor junior consultants, and ensure delivery excellence for our global customers.
Responsibilities- Lead the design and configuration of SAP IBP Order-Based Planning models for client engagements.
- Act as primary technical and functional liaison with customers, translating business needs into IBP solutions.
- Manage project delivery timelines, scope, and quality for Response & Supply Order Series initiatives.
- Mentor and coach junior consultants, fostering skill development in OBP and SAP IBP best practices.
- Conduct workshops and training sessions for client teams on OBP processes and system usage.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IBP with ERP, demand planning, and logistics modules.
- Develop and maintain documentation, solution blueprints, and knowledge-base articles.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement.
- Support pre-sales activities, including solution demos, proposal development, and technical presentations.
- Stay current with SAP IBP roadmap, industry trends, and emerging supply-chain technologies.
Qualifications- 5+ years of hands-on experience with SAP IBP, specifically Order-Based Planning (OBP).
- Proven track record of leading SAP IBP implementations at a lead/associate manager level.
- Strong customer-facing experience with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- SAP IBP certification (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate - IBP) is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Solid understanding of supply-chain concepts, demand-supply balancing, and inventory optimization.
- Experience with data integration tools (e.g., SAP Data Services, SAP CPI) and SAP BW/4HANA.
- Proficiency in analytics and reporting tools such as SAP Analytics Cloud or Power BI.
- Strong problem-solving mindset, analytical skills, and a collaborative team orientation.