Functional SAP Business Solution Lead, Demand Planning 4379

Overview Job Title: Business Solution Lead – Demand & S&OP (SAP IBP) Location: Hybrid (every other week Tue-Thu) - mostly remote Start Date: Immediate Duration: 12-month contract Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Contract Summary Our client, a leader in the manufacturing and supply chain space, is seeking a Business Solution Lead focused on Demand Planning and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) for an immediate engagement. This role will drive the implementation and optimization of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) tools across demand planning and S&OP functions. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with deep experience in SAP IBP deployments , a strong foundation in time series optimization , and the ability to analyze optimizer results to drive measurable business value. Strong communication and data analytics skills are essential, especially in a manufacturing-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP IBP modules (Demand Planning, Demand Sensing, and S&OP). Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver functional solutions. Train end users, including those with limited planning tool experience. Support change management and ensure alignment across business units. Qualifications At least one full end-to-end deployment of SAP IBP . Proven expertise in demand planning and S&OP processes , including design, testing, and deployment. Strong understanding of time series optimization methodologies within SAP IBP. Experience conducting optimizer results analysis to drive planning and forecasting improvements. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience delivering end-user training and onboarding . Willingness to travel to Atlanta biweekly. Preferred Qualifications Based near Atlanta, GA or able to easily travel to the area. Strong data analytics skills , ideally including Python , for supporting optimization and forecast modeling. Prior experience supporting manufacturing or industrial clients . Open to candidates with moderate time series optimization experience but strong Python-based analytics capabilities , especially for less senior roles (additional position approved). Additional Information Travel: Required every other week to Atlanta, Tuesday through Thursday, if not local. Location Preference: Local to Atlanta or able to reliably travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tier4 Group