Consultant – SAP IBP at Deloitte USI (2024-05 – Present)
- Led end-to-end implementation of SAP IBP Demand Planning and Supply Planning (Time-Series & Order-Based Planning) for global clients in consumer goods and semiconductor industries.
- Facilitated design workshops, requirement gathering sessions, and Agile sprint ceremonies with business stakeholders and super users.
- Delivered high-quality SIT and UAT cycles, achieving ~95–100% test success rate and ensuring solution stability.
- Designed and implemented custom planning solutions and key figure logic aligned with complex business requirements.
- Developed SAP IBP analytics stories and dashboards to support S&OP reviews and executive decision-making.
- Configured core IBP components including Planning Area, Key Figures, Forecast Models, Segmentation, S&OP Profiles, Alerts, and Planning Operators.
- Executed constrained and unconstrained supply planning using Infinite Heuristic and Optimizer.
- Created functional specifications, conducted unit testing, and delivered system demos to business users and senior leadership.
- Performed Real-Time Integration (RTI) setup and end-to-end testing to ensure seamless data integration.
- Gained hands-on expertise in Order-Based Planning (OBP) for detailed supply planning scenarios.
- Designed and enhanced Time Profiles and planning models to improve planning accuracy and flexibility.
- Supported cutover activities, UAT script preparation, and go-live readiness.
- Led POCs for Aggregated Capacity Planning, Lead Time & Yield modelling, and Demand Prioritization, demonstrating solution feasibility.
Senior Consultant at Westernacher Consulting Pvt. Ltd. (2022-04 – 2024-04)
- Delivered SAP IBP Demand Planning and S&OP rollout and AMS engagements, handling configuration and change requests across multiple clients.
- Designed and implemented custom key figure calculations aligned with business requirements.
- Configured end-to-end IBP models (Attributes, MDT, Time Profiles, Planning Areas, Versions, Scenarios) to support scalable planning solutions.
- Developed planning operators (Copy, Aggregation/Disaggregation, Snapshot) to streamline planning processes.
- Configured statistical forecasting models, forecast error metrics, and ABC/XYZ segmentation to improve demand planning accuracy.
- Performed data preprocessing (sales cleansing) to enhance data quality and reliability.
- Managed CI-DS integration, including data stores, data flows, tasks, and process automation.
- Executed unconstrained supply planning (Heuristic runs) and supported supply plan generation.
- Built analytics dashboards, Planner Workspaces, and SAP IBP stories, enabling better visibility and decision-making.
- Maintained master data governance and planning object consistency across IBP models.
- Supported Realignment and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.
- Developed Excel templates, process templates, and application jobs for automation and monitoring.
- Led SIT, UAT, and integration testing cycles, ensuring high-quality and stable solution delivery.
- Created functional and technical documentation (FS/TS, blueprints) and delivered internal POCs.
- Conducted end-user training and knowledge transfer sessions to drive adoption.
- Provided AMS support including troubleshooting, issue resolution, and system monitoring.
- Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to align SAP IBP solutions with business objectives.
Package Consultant at IBM India Pvt. Ltd. (2021-12 – 2022-04)
- Managed interface files and data validations for heuristic planning runs, ensuring accurate supply plan execution.
- Supported SAP APO heuristic planning, TLB (Transport Load Builder), and deployment processes for supply network planning.
- Monitored and scheduled application jobs, ensuring timely execution of planning activities and batch processes.
- Performed CVC deletion and master data cleanup activities to maintain planning data accuracy and system performance.
- Provided L2 production support, resolving user tickets, incidents, and planning run issues within SLA timelines.
- Collaborated with business users and technical teams to troubleshoot deployment and planning exceptions.
Consultant at Bristlecone India Ltd. (2021-04 – 2021-10)
- Supported scenario mapping, testing cycles, and coordination with development and Basis teams to ensure smooth solution delivery.
- Prepared technical specifications (TS) and performed unit testing for developments, ensuring alignment with functional requirements.
- Resolved production issues and defects, contributing to stable system performance post-deployment.
- Assisted in SIT cycles and functional specification (FS) documentation for Phase 1 deliverables.
Associate Consultant at Bristlecone India Ltd. [Alp Consulting Ltd.] (2019-02 – 2021-04)
- Managed CIF integration between ECC and APO, resolving queue failures and ensuring seamless data flow.
- Monitored process chains and background jobs, performing RCA to resolve failures and improve system reliability.
- Maintained production planning master data (Material, BOM, Routing, Work Center, Production Versions).
- Configured Planning Areas, Planning Books, Time Buckets, Resources, and Factory Calendars including capacity management.
- Worked on SNP planning (Heuristics, CTM, Deployment, Optimizer) including cost modelling and demand prioritization.
- Executed optimizer runs (annual/periodic) to generate feasible production and distribution plans.
- Analysed SNP optimizer logs and product master data, resolving planning inconsistencies.
- Supported PP/DS scenario mapping, including backward/forward scheduling and capacity levelling.
- Developed reports and planning enhancements for master data, T-lanes, and order visibility.
- Prepared functional documentation (FS, UAT, RCA) and supported end-to-end project delivery.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (R3, Basis, business users) for issue resolution and improvements.
- Developed ABAP programs, reports, and custom enhancements based on business requirements.
- Created technical specifications (TS) and collaborated with functional teams for solution design.
- Implemented BAdIs, User Exits, and enhancements (e.g., PPM generation, planning run selection).
- Built and supported interfaces using RFC, IDoc, and web services for system integration.
- Designed and executed data migration programs for system upgrades and data transfers.
- Optimized ABAP code performance and conducted unit testing.
- Supported integration testing and defect resolution in collaboration with functional teams.
- Performed system monitoring and continuous improvements to enhance performance and stability.
