SAP- IBPSupply Chain Process Lead

The Director IBP (Integrated Business Planning) is responsible for leading the Supply Chain Planning function ensuring that the companys supply chain processes are efficient responsive and aligned with business objectives. This role will have direct ownership of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) driving the implementation continuous improvement and utilization of the process and tool across the organization. The ideal candidate will combine deep expertise in supply chain management with advanced knowledge of SAP IBP to support integrated demand and supply planning forecasting inventory optimization and overall supply chain DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESLead and oversee end-to-end supply chain planning processes including demand forecasting supply planning and inventory supply chain processes are aligned with business objectives and collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. procurement manufacturing logistics finance) to drive operational as the business owner of the SAP IBP tool responsible for its implementation customization and ongoing with IT business stakeholders and external vendors to ensure SAP IBP meets business user training change management and continuous improvement efforts to maximize the value of SAP and analyze key metrics within SAP IBP to drive supply chain insights identifying opportunities for process improvement and cost the IBP process ensuring alignment between demand supply and financial cross-functional meetings ensuring timely and accurate data is provided for collaborative discussions and decision-making to balance demand and supply while optimizing inventory and service SAP IBP and other analytics tools to generate insights into supply chain and maintain supply chain dashboards and reports to track KPIs (e.g. forecast accuracy service levels inventory turns).Use data-driven analysis to recommend improvements in supply chain processes and as a subject matter expert (SME) for supply chain planning and SAP IBP advising on best practices and emerging the work of employees that are using Planning Software (IBP) to perform Supply Chain Planning mentor and develop a team of supply chain planners and analysts fostering a culture of continuous improvement and the team is fully equipped to leverage SAP IBP and other planning tools to optimize supply chain with senior leadership department heads and key stakeholders to ensure alignment between supply chain strategy and overall business out management responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable duties may be RESPONSIBILITIESOwn enterprise MRP strategy governance and planning optimization of MRP parameters including safety stock reorder points lead times and lot as business owner for SAP MRP design enhancements and continuous improvement inventory planning policies that balance service levels working capital and material MRP-generated replenishment and purchase requisition and monitor KPIs related to inventory performance material availability and planning standardization of material planning and replenishment processes across the with Purchasing Operations IT and Finance to improve inventory planning and as the enterprise subject matter expert for SAP MRP inventory policy and replenishment training governance and change management efforts related to MRP processes and planning best RESPONSIBILITIESSupervises assigned employees including staff selection and training; planning assigning and directing work; conducting performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Provide leadership and guidance to coach motivate and lead team members to their optimum performance levels and career REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration or a related field.10-15 years of experience in supply chain management supply planning demand planning or inventory management preferably in construction industryOr equivalent combination of education and certification (e.g. CPIM CSCP) and/or Certified Professional Forecaster (CPF) (Preferred)Knowledge of global supply chain trends and best practices. (Preferred)Experience using SAP IBP(Preferred)Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. SAP ECC SAP S/4HANA) is desirable. (Preferred)Strong data analytics and reporting skills; proficiency in Excel Power BI SQL or similar tools is a plus. (Preferred)COMPETENCIESAbility to translate numbers into applicable and valuable insightsSupply Chain Forecasting & Analytics Best PracticesStrategic & Data-Driven Demand planning Demand Data AnalysisConsumer Insights Industry Intelligence & Business LeaderExcellent interpersonal influencing and negotiation skillsExcellent speaking ability presenting and written communications skillsEstablished strategic and critical analysis skillsSkill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationshipsRisk Management & Process CompliancePlanning System AptitudeProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to work in a fast paced high-volume work environmentStrong analytical skills with proficiency in supply chain software (e.g. SAP Oracle or similar ERP)WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITYThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential is in an office or remote sedentary with physical effort associated with using a computer and may involve walking or standing for brief periods of be required to occasionally lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects up to 25 travel may be required.