SAP IBP Consultant

My Dublin based client is recruiting for a SAP Consultant who has experience with IBP (Integrated Business Planning) to join the team on a perm basis working on a hybrid model.

Responsibilities

• Represent and deliver SAP P2P/MM expertise in technology initiatives and projects (e.g. S/4HANA implementation).
• Actively participate in workshops.
• Support and optimize the business in driving added value from P2P processes.
• Responsible for the functional design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of the software.
• Gather business information and translate requirements/processes into IT solutions.
• Translate business requirements into functional design.
• Develop, test, document, deliver, and optimize SAP applications.
• Provide functional or technical support for users by monitoring application usage and enabling them to work in the most optimal way.
• Demonstrate solutions, provide training, guide testing activities, and ensure successful knowledge transfer.
• Liaise with other Application Specialists in cross-application processes.
• Liaise with software vendors, third-party specialists, technical teams, application support, and key business users.
• Flexibility to travel or work shift patterns if required.
• Contribute to or review configuration rationale documents.
• Participate in, deliver, and validate sprint demos.
• Identify and support the definition of end-to-end test scenarios.
• Participate in and support the delivery of functional acceptance and system integration testing.
• Support data migration activities related to SAP MM deliverables.

Key Outcomes & Competencies

• Solution-driven mindset with a results-oriented approach, motivated by working in a global environment with a local team.
• Conceptual thinker with strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to translate functional requirements into technical specifications.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Key Skills & Experience

• Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• SAP MM certification(s).
• Min of 2 years experience with IBP
• Hands-on S/4HANA implementation experience (essential).
• Strong knowledge of P2P processes.
• Ability to understand business processes and translate them into IT architecture.
• Knowledge or interest in Agile and Scrum methodologies, as well as project management.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.