SAP Integrated Business Planning Techno Functional Architect

HP•Spring, TX

1d•$147,050 - $230,850

About The Position

HP is seeking a Senior SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) techno-functional architect to lead the architecture, design, development, and implementation of supply chain planning solutions, including forecasting, supply planning, inventory optimization, and available-to-promise. The architect will work with senior leadership, business stakeholders, external partners, and IT professionals to align IT strategy with business goals and deliver innovative, scalable, secure, and integrated solutions. The role also develops system, data, and process architectural blueprints that follow enterprise standards and incorporates current architecture guidelines, industry practices, technology trends, and SAP’s product roadmap. Exposure to AI tools is required; direct experience building AI solutions is preferred. The position leads supply chain planning strategy and roadmaps, end-to-end IBP program delivery, and integration with SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW, BTP, and third-party tools. It also oversees the operational stability and improvement of existing systems, assesses products and technologies, manages and coaches IT professionals, and advises stakeholders. International travel may be required, with travel listed as 25%. The role is full time. The U.S. annual pay range is $147,050 to $230,850, with additional bonus and/or equity opportunities; pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Requirements

At least 10 years of IT experience.
Extensive supply chain planning domain knowledge, deep technical expertise, and strong knowledge of architecture frameworks.
Significant experience in a techno-functional leadership role and comprehensive understanding of AI tools and solutions.
A proven record of delivering large-scale, complex, cross-functional IT projects, preferably in supply chain planning.
Extensive SAP IBP experience across architecture, configuration, customization, integration, testing, and deployment; candidates must be hands-on.
Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, including advanced ATP, SAP BW, and other SAP modules and applications related to supply chain planning.
Knowledge of AI models specific to planning and expertise in deploying them.
Excellent communication, influencing, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership, business stakeholders, and external partners.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and independent decision-making skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs and requirements.
Willingness to travel internationally as needed.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience building AI solutions.
Experience with other supply chain planning tools and technologies such as Kinaxis, Oracle, O9, or Anaplan.

Responsibilities

Define and execute the IT roadmap for supply chain planning in alignment with business strategy and priorities.
Design, create, and maintain enterprise planning roadmaps with a 3–5-year time horizon, covering current and future-state solutions in line with industry trends.
Lead supply chain planning programs using SAP IBP as the core platform, managing the project lifecycle from scoping and planning through testing and deployment.
Design integration strategies and data maps while minimizing data footprints across the landscape.
Manage SAP IBP integration with SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW, BTP, and related third-party tools.
Oversee maintenance, support, and enhancement of supply chain planning systems and applications to ensure performance, availability, and security.
Conduct product and product-portfolio assessments, evaluations, and reviews.
Manage, guide, coach, and provide feedback to a team of IT professionals while fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Build and maintain effective relationships with senior leadership, business stakeholders, and external partners; act as a trusted advisor and key IT contact.
Identify, evaluate, and recommend competitive or alternative technologies and products that advance enterprise application and data strategy.
Monitor and report on IT performance, risks, and issues, and ensure compliance with IT policies, standards, and best practices.