Senior SAP IBP Consultant

NTT DATA Business Solutions
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1 month ago
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Senior SAP IBP Consultant

NTT Data Business Solutions -

We are one of the leading international IT full-service providers in the SAP environment, with employees in 25+ countries. Our market-leading SAP competence was built through many years of developing highly innovative solutions and services, and enhanced through our strong international presence.


Since 2013 NTT Data Business Solutions (NDBS) has belonged to the NTT DATA corporate group, one of the largest telecommunications firms and IT service providers in the world. This cooperation allows our customers to take advantage of the best available support with their expansion plans, and provides our employees with a world leading network of specialists.

NTT Data Business Solutions facts:

Established in 1989.

More than 10,000 employees.

Specialist for innovative SAP technologies, like S/4HANA, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Business Analytics, User Experience (UX) as well as the Internet of Things.

Globally SAP Certified in Hosting, AMS, HANA Operations and Cloud Services.

More than 6,000 customers worldwide.

Headquarters in Bielefeld (Germany).

Management board: Norbert Rotter, Chief Executive Officer

Located in 25+ countries.

POSITION DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW

The Senior IBP role is a key and influencing role within the NTT DATA Business Solutions Digital Core Practice. The successful candidate will be part of a wider team responsible for the design and implementation of SAP solutions to our customer base and to meet our customer’s needs. As a Senior Expert you will support customer engagements and perform delivery of the IBP solutions working alongside Solution Architects, Project Managers and the Integration Team to deliver innovative and high-quality solutions integrated into core S4Hana solutions.


Responsibilities and Expectations

Support Solution Architects to work closely with customers and NTT DATA Business Solutions sales and business development teams to assist in the translation of business requirements into a solution that takes advantage of IBP capabilities supporting the architecting of these areas within the overall solution landscape. This will include collaboratively compiling statements of works to support any stage of the sales and deal review processes. Leads and co-ordinates integrated workshops with detail and complexity with Senior Stakeholders in the customer business.

Provide thought leadership to NTT DATA Business Solutions and its customers focused on Supply Chain strategy specifically in IBP solutions and the road map within these areas;

Act as the design authority on the projects ensuring the quality and integrity of IBP solutions being implemented is aligned to industry best practice

Adhering to the agreed NDBS strategy, engage in self-directed and other learning to keep pace with new technologies and developments to ensure NTT DATA Business Solutions remains at the forefront of the market within which we operate. Share, use and communicate expert knowledge in order to develop others and make business processes more effective.


Recognise potential for repeat and extended business with respect to end-to-end service offer by NTT DATA Business Solutions and provide comprehensive input. Support NTT DATA Business Solutions to grow our business by being alert to the customer opportunities that present themselves.

Have strength and depth in delivery and configuration expertise in the overall possibilities for IBP process flows.

PERSONAL PROFILE - SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Is able to communicate, influence, convince and inspire effectively by own personality and act as a trusted role model and advisor within IBP solution architecture field of expertise.

Proven and demonstrable track record of successfully delivering customer projects and providing IBP solutions for the resolution of complex requirements.

Strong interpersonal and soft skills, able to quickly develop relationships with all stakeholders; within NTT DATA Business Solutions locally and globally, external customers, suppliers and partners to become a trusted advisor in your field of expertise.

Demonstrates gravitas and personal integrity, is able to overcome unforeseen situations and keeps business objectives in mind. Drives results, effects, convinces and inspires by his/her personality, behaviour and communication style. Is a role model and ambassador.

Makes solid and reliable decisions in complex environments.

Has a thirst for learning and staying on top of the evolving technology landscape. Actively shares and transfers own expertise and operational knowledge in a structured method, thus making it useful and functional.

PERSONAL PROFILE – EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate more than 10 years of professional experience working within an SAP environment with at least 5 years in the IBP consulting area. Experience working with a value-added re-seller or software house would be advantageous;


Proven and demonstrable experience in solution design and architecture with successful delivery and experience of all elements of more than 5 full project lifecycles.


Have strength and depth in delivery and configuration expertise in the following IBP Modules;

  • Sales and Operations Planning
  • Integration with SAP Supply Chain Control Tower
  • Forecasting and Demand Management
  • Inventory Optimisation
  • Response and Supply Planning


Having previous experience of APO would be advantageous


Have experience of SAP ECC Manufacturing processes

GENERAL

Career opportunities exist along multiple route maps from people and leadership, products and expertise and project management. Which route you take is up to you and we are on hand to provide guidance and support. Join us to start the journey that is your career path;

You will be expected to follow relevant policies, procedures and work instructions, and report to the appropriate superior if objectives cannot be met or a problem occurs, the resolution of which is outside the scope of your authority;

The jobholder is empowered with the necessary authority to make decisions appropriate to the execution of the responsibilities and tasks outlined. The above Job Description does not limit the employee in executing his job in concurrence with his main area of responsibility or other relevant jobs that they may be required to do;

NTT Data Business Solutions is an equal opportunities employer. Please advise us should you require special arrangements for the interview process;

You must be eligible to work in the UK and prepared to undergo high level security clearance

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