We are seeking a highly skilled and self-driven SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning Consultant with a strong ability to work independently and deliver end-to-end solutions. The ideal candidate will act as an individual contributor with a proven track record in implementing SAC Planning functionalities across diverse business environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Take ownership of the full lifecycle of SAC Planning solution delivery, from requirements gathering to final implementation and support.
* Conduct and lead workshops with business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements effectively.
* Translate business needs into comprehensive SAC Planning designs and solution architecture.
* Design, develop, and deploy advanced planning models, data actions, and visual stories using SAC Planning capabilities.
* Ensure seamless integration and data management from source systems to SAC, including data loads, transformations, and scheduling.
* Implement effective security strategies and user role management in SAC to ensure data integrity and access control.
* Optimize performance and usability of planning models using best practices in data modeling and advanced formula logic.
Core Competencies (Mandatory):
* Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Confident in facilitating workshops and engaging with senior business users.
* Workshops & Requirements Gathering: Experience leading business and technical workshops to gather requirements and convert them into actionable design specifications.
* Hands-on SAC Planning Expertise:
o Advanced Data Modeling techniques for planning and forecasting.
o Complex Story Design with dynamic visualizations and input-ready grids.
o Proficiency in Advanced Formulas (e.g., scripting in Advanced Formula Editor).
o Development and management of Data Actions, Calendar Tasks, and Processes.
o Design and implementation of Security Strategy and data access controls.
o Strong experience with Data Integration – loading, transforming, and managing data from source systems (e.g., S/4HANA, BW, flat files) for planning purposes.
Nice to Have:
* Experience with basic reporting and analytics functionalities in SAC (non-planning use cases).
* Understanding of integration with other SAP systems (e.g., S/4HANA, BW/4HANA).
* Exposure to predictive planning or machine learning integration in SAC is a plus.
Candidate Profile:
* Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Proven experience delivering high-quality SAC Planning solutions in enterprise environments.
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