Job Description

Maintain and Optimize Planning Systems: Oversee the regular upkeep, optimization, and troubleshooting of planning systems to ensure efficient and accurate operations. Assist in the configuration design, customization, integration and testing to support evolving business requirements. Master Data Management: Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of master data across all systems, including coordinating with relevant stakeholders for updates and corrections. MES Experience and integration of data with SAP is desired. Automate Reporting Processes: Develop and implement automation solutions for routine and ad-hoc reporting, improving the accuracy, speed, and efficiency of data delivery. Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with IT, operations, and business units to identify and address system enhancements and ensure that planning tools meet organizational needs. Troubleshoot and Resolve Issues: Proactively identify system issues and bottlenecks and collaborate with technical teams to implement solutions. Training and Support: Provide training to end-users on best practices for using planning systems and tools, and offer ongoing technical support as needed. Data Governance & Compliance: Ensure that all data management practices comply with internal policies and industry standards, supporting accurate and timely reporting. Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Continuously monitor the performance of planning systems and reporting tools, implementing improvements based on feedback and performance metrics. Enhance Data Visualization: Develop and maintain dashboards and data visualization tools to enable stakeholders to make data-driven decisions quickly and efficiently. Documentation & Knowledge Management: Maintain up-to-date documentation for system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting guides to ensure consistency and ease of use across teams. Managing a team of 4-6 direct reports Technical Qualifications: SAP APO Expertise: In-depth experience in implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting SAP APO modules, especially for demand planning, supply network planning, and production planning. SAP Master Data Management (MDM): Strong knowledge of SAP master data management processes, ensuring accurate and consistent data across the system, including materials, vendors, and customer data. SAP Integration Skills: Experience with integrating SAP APO with other SAP modules - SD/PP/MM (either in SAP ECC, or S/4HANA) and third-party systems to ensure seamless data flow across the enterprise. Advanced Excel Skills: Expertise in using Excel for data manipulation, reporting, and analytics, including knowledge of advanced functions. Data Management Tools: Familiarity with data management tools and platforms, SQL, Informatica, or other ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) and data reporting tools. Industry-Specific Qualifications: Semiconductor Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing and supply chain processes, including demand forecasting, production scheduling, inventory management, and lead time considerations. Supply Chain & Production Planning Knowledge: Experience in supply chain management and planning processes in a high-tech or semiconductor environment, including the ability to forecast demand and align production schedules with available capacity. Experience & Skills: Experience with SAP APO Modules: Hands-on experience with specific SAP APO modules such as Demand Planning (DP), Supply Network Planning (SNP), Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS), and Global Available-to-Promise (GATP). Master Data Governance: Proven track record of managing and governing master data to ensure alignment with business processes and compliance with internal standards. Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve issues related to SAP APO and data inconsistencies. Project Management Experience: Experience in managing projects, including system upgrades, data migrations, and new module implementations. Should be comfortable with both waterfall and agile methodology. Soft Skills: Collaboration & Communication: Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams such as IT, operations, business planning, production, and finance. Active listening: Should be an active listener and should be able to interpret and take notes and connect dots. Attention to Detail: Ability to ensure the accuracy and quality of master data and planning systems with minimal supervision. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and business needs within the semiconductor industry, implementing changes with minimal disruption. What you will bring along: Bachelor s degree in computer science, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related fields. Masters preferred. Certifications in SAP APO or related SAP modules (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization). Industry Certifications (optional but desirable) such as APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) to demonstrate knowledge of supply chain best practices. Additional Desired Qualifications: Experience with S/4HANA: Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA, especially in relation to its integration with APO and data management processes. Continuous Improvement Mindset: Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies to optimize planning and master data management systems. Readiness to travel 25% annually