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About this role
Role Overview
SAP IBP Process Development & Solutioning
Design, develop, and continuously improve Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes across demand -, supply
and material planning to support stable and efficient supply chain operations
Identify SAP IBP use cases to unlock additional functionalities and business value
Drive optimization of SAP IBP‑based supply chain solutions, including data structures, configurations, and end‑to‑end process alignment
Test technical solutions provided by digital teams (or externals) and validate business value
Drive the automation and optimization of manual planning, reporting, and analysis activities, improving data quality, efficiency, and decision speed
Stakeholder Engagement & Subject Matter Expert
Build and foster cross-organizational SAP IBP community to drive confidence and adoption (functionalities, hands-on practice, follow-up training)
Roll out new processes, solutions and enhancements across Harman in regards of IBP
Act as a Subject Matter Expert and spread your knowledge about (SAP) Integrated Business Planning and the correlated processes across the organization (global and plants)
Crisis Management & Task Force Activities
Act as a hands‑on problem solver, implementing short‑term fixes while designing sustainable process improvements
Rapidly stabilize IBP and supply chain processes during disruptions (e.g. S/4HANA transition, planning instability, data issues)
Analyze SAP and IBP data, processes, and configurations to identify root causes and define corrective actions
Drive replacement of manual workarounds with automation and optimized processes to restore reliability and efficiency
Ensure transparency, decision discipline, and process ownership until the organization returns to business‑as‑usual operations
Develop and deliver clear, fact‑based reporting to support fast and informed management decisions
Requirements
A degree in Business Informatics/Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Operations
Proven experience in Supply Chain Management, preferably in an automotive or electronics manufacturing environment
Strong background in problem solving and continuous improvement within supply chain and planning processes
Hands-on SAP user experience in MM, PP, and DP modules; experience in automotive or electronics industries is a strong advantage
SAP customizing experience, particularly in MM, PP, and DP; experience with Warehouse Management (WM) and SAP S/4HANA is an advantage
Demonstrated experience in SAP IBP time-series implementations; OBP exposure is considered an advantage
Expert user experience in SAP IBP time-series planning, including SIOE and SIOP, using Excel and WebUI; constraint-based planning experience is an advantage
Practical experience with SAP IBP time-series master data management
IBP time-series customizing experience, especially key figure creation and development, is an advantage
Advanced Excel skills, including lookups and statistical formulas; macro programming experience is a plus
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable insights paired with fast decision making ability
Excellent communication skills with fluent English required as well as robustness
Strong collaboration skills, with proven experience working across multiple functions, including IT, Production Planning, Procurement, Demand Planning, and Finance
High motivation to identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency and data quality
Benefits
Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
Competitive wellness benefits
Tuition reimbursement
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development