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Capgemini

Global consulting, technology services, outsourcing

Senior SAP APO/IBP Consultant

Implementation & Technical Account ManagementUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 8 years of SAP supply chain experience, with strong expertise in SAP APO planning solutions.
  • Hands-on experience supporting Demand Planning (DP), Integrated Demand Planning (IDP), Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP), Supply Network Planning (SNP), Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS), and Global Available-to-Promise (GATP).
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain planning processes, including forecasting, replenishment, inventory optimization, supply planning, and production scheduling.
  • Proven experience supporting end-to-end Price Repository (PR) application processes and integrations, and Rulex application functionality, administration, and business integration.
  • Deep expertise in Cannibalizer analysis, demand shaping, promotional forecasting, forecast consumption, and product substitution modeling.
  • Demonstrated ability to use cannibalization insights to improve forecast accuracy, inventory positioning, replenishment planning, and overall supply chain effectiveness.
  • Experience supporting and managing enterprise planning systems, including APO IDP, APO DRP, Rulex, Price Repository, Scrapp Application, and Cannibalizer solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of planning data structures, forecasting methodologies, inventory optimization concepts, and planning analytics.
  • Experience integrating SAP APO with SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW, SAP IBP, and related supply chain applications.
  • Ability to independently diagnose and resolve highly complex planning and forecasting challenges.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence planning decisions and business outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead SAP APO implementations, enhancements, upgrades, and production support activities across supply chain planning functions.
  • Configure and support APO modules, including Demand Planning (DP), Integrated Demand Planning (IDP), Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP), Supply Network Planning (SNP), Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS), and Global Available-to-Promise (GATP).
  • Serve as the functional subject matter expert for SAP APO planning capabilities and related supply chain applications.
  • Support end-to-end Price Repository (PR) business processes, integrations, and planning data management activities, as well as Rulex application functionality, business processes, and system integrations.
  • Lead and support Cannibalizer analysis, including demand shaping, product substitution analysis, forecast adjustments, promotional impacts, and inventory optimization initiatives.
  • Support enterprise planning applications, including APO IDP, APO DRP, Rulex, Price Repository (PR), Scrapp Application, and Cannibalizer solutions.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify forecasting trends, demand drivers, and opportunities for process improvement.
  • Support integration between SAP APO, SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, SAP IBP, SAP BW, databases, and related enterprise applications.

Desired Qualifications

  • SAP APO and SAP IBP certification.
  • Experience with SAP IBP Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Optimization, Response and Supply, and S&OP processes, and with large-scale supply chain transformation and planning modernization initiatives.
  • Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain Planning capabilities.
  • Experience with advanced forecasting models, statistical forecasting, and demand planning methodologies.
  • Knowledge of ABAP debugging and technical troubleshooting.
  • Experience with SAP BW, reporting solutions, Operational Data Stores (ODS), and planning data architecture.

About the Company

Capgemini

Global consulting, technology services, outsourcing

Capgemini provides consulting, technology services, and outsourcing to help organizations transform digitally. Its offerings include strategy and transformation consulting, system integration, application development, IT infrastructure management, and managed IT operations. It differentiates itself with a global presence in over 50 countries and a focus on applying AI, cloud, and cybersecurity to real business problems. Its goal is to help clients navigate digital transformation and improve efficiency and innovation through tailored, contract-based or managed services.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
1967

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