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Job Title: Manager - SAP APO GATP : ) ABOUT US : Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automation, and resiliency - to thrive on change. Our transformative solutions in Digital Logistics, Cognitive Manufacturing, Autonomous Planning, Smart Procurement and Digitalization are positioned around key industry pillars and delivered through a comprehensive portfolio of services spanning digital strategy, design and build, and implementation across a range of technology platforms. Bristlecone is ranked among the top ten leaders in supply chain services by Gartner. We are headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe and Asia, and over 2,500 consultants. Bristlecone is part of the $19.4 billion Mahindra Group. ROLE: SAP APO GATP Lead ROLE DESCRIPTION: The APO GATP Lead role is a critical role related to implementation of process and technology solutions related to diagnosis, analysis and transformation of Order confirmation and availability functions in a project. The following are key responsibilities Architecting, designing and helping build successful implementations of SAP APO GATP in customer organizations. Mentoring Junior APO Team members within the Organization on APO GATP Drive with building Assets and Accelerators within SAP APO GATP and reduce the overall cost to serve. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: At least 5 years of experience in SAP APO GATP modules At least 2 end to end APO GATP implementations not including rollouts Experience in SAP S4 AATP and SAP certification would be an added advantage. PROCESS KNOWLEDGE Deep Process understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain planning, familiarity or expertise with SCOR model is preferred, technology agnostic Expertise in at least 2 industries e.g., CPG, Chemical, Automotive, Life Sciences etc. TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Good level of understanding of all modules of SAP APO with expertise in GATP. Ability to lead and conduct Design workshops in front of an audience comprising of both Business and IT teams. Ability to architect a solution using APO GATP while understanding the integration aspects between different modules within APO as well as of APO with ERP systems. Ability to work on complex configuration scenarios along with writing functional specifications for complex customizations good level of functional expertise in Core interface i.e., CIF Ability to write complex functional logic in CIF customizations Ability to configure and set up settings or profiles needed for GATP Expertise in Characteristic dependent planning i.e. CDP or Variant configuration would be a very big advantage Very good understanding of ECC Master data specifically around Production Planning i.e. PP and Sales and Distribution i.e. SD Basic understanding and knowledge of SAP SD. HANDS ON EXPERIENCE AND DEEP EXPERTISE Back-order processing Rules based ATP Allocations MATP and CTP Ability to articulate advantages or additional functionalities of GATP over ATP in ECC Ability to articulate advantages or additional functionalities of AATP in S4 over APO GATP Integration with APO DP i.e., Allocations and PPDS SOFT SKILLS: Excellent communication skills, verbal as well as written. Positive attitude with flexibility and maturity to work in a challenging client environment. Conduct trainings and be a mentor for junior APO team members. Ability to drive project responsibilities in a dynamic and proactive manner. Ability to showcase three Mahindra RISE Pillars e.g., Accepting No Limits, Driving Positive Change and Alternative Thinking EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Bristlecone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Information Security Responsibilities: . Understand and adhere to Information Security policies, guidelines and procedure, practice them for protection of organizational data and Information System. . Take part in information security training and act while handling information. . Report all suspected security and policy breach to Infosec team or appropriate authority(CISO). . Understand and adhere to the additional information security responsibilities as part of the assigned job role.

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