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SAP IBP Consultant / Business Solutions Architect

Richardson, TX (Onsite) | Contract

Position Summary

LRS Consulting Services is seeking an experienced SAP IBP Consultant / Business Solutions Architect to support ERP transformation and distribution center enablement initiatives. This role is responsible for designing, configuring, and optimizing SAP IBP Demand, Supply & Response, and Inventory Optimization solutions, ensuring they can handle high-volume, exception-driven parts planning scenarios. The consultant will act as a thought leader and change agent, bridging gaps between IBP capabilities and business requirements and delivering scalable, high-performance planning solutions aligned to enterprise priorities. This is a fully onsite position in Richardson, TX.

What You Will Do

• Own technical architecture and design for SAP IBP (Demand, Supply & Response, Inventory Optimization) and integration tools (CPI-DS, SDI, RTI)
• Configure and enhance IBP modules to support high-volume transaction processing and exception-driven planning workflows
• Lead deep-dive sessions on business requirements to evaluate what IBP can deliver via standard configuration and where gaps exist
• Provide clear recommendations including configuration solutions, enhancements, workarounds, and alternate approaches where IBP limitations exist
• Design solutions to support mass exception handling (shortages, excess, supply constraints) and fast processing of large volumes of POs and planning data
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Parts Operations, and IT teams to translate business pain points into actionable IBP solutions
• Define and manage a prioritized roadmap aligned to distribution center enablement, ERP rollout phases, and post-go-live enhancements
• Define and optimize planning areas, key figures, and master data models
• Support data readiness including data cleansing, transformation, and harmonization
• Support integration between SAP IBP, SAP ECC, and external systems (data lake, reporting tools) to ensure seamless planning flow across Demand, Supply, and Execution
• Lead or support full lifecycle delivery: Design, Build, Test, Deploy, and Hypercare
• Support UAT, validation, and performance testing
• Ensure adherence to SAP IBP best practices, IT standards, and governance
• Document processes, milestones, and solution architecture

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in SAP IBP implementation and architecture
• Hands-on expertise in Demand Planning, Supply Planning / Response & Supply, and Inventory Optimization
• Experience with SAP CPI-DS / SDI / RTI integrations
• Experience with SAP ERP (ECC/S4 integration)
• Strong experience in high-volume, exception-based planning environments
• Proven ability in business requirement analysis and solution design
• Experience in full software development lifecycle and architecture design
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aftermarket, parts, or distribution-heavy business models
• Experience with multi-ERP consolidation or transformation programs
• Exposure to data lake / analytics platforms
• Experience in high-scale transaction environments (POs, order lines, exceptions)
• Ability to assess IBP limitations and propose alternate solutions
• Experience working with cross-functional and multi-geographic teams

Subcontractor candidates will be considered for this position.

The base range for this contract position is $85 - $110 per hour, depending on experience.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status.

In some cases, LRS Consulting uses generative artificial intelligence ("AI") in support of our hiring processes. LRS takes steps to ensure the use of AI does not result in discrimination based on protected class(es). AI may be used in the hiring process solely in support of the assessment of candidate qualifications. All decisions in the hiring process are made by LRS employees. If AI will be used in the hiring process for the position for which you are applying, you will be notified and will have the opportunity to opt out. Please contact AI.Questions@lrs.com with any questions.