iHerb - IBP Strategy & Transformational Lead

• Ensure tight integration between SAP IBP, SAP S/4HANA (or ECC), BW/HANA, and execution systems to support fast response and closed-loop learning. • Balance SAP standard best practices with practical usability for planners and operators. • practical usability for planners and operators • Data, Analytics & Applied Insights • prioritize action • Enable rapid scenario analysis and what-if simulations focused on real operational trade-offs (service vs. inventory, cost vs. speed). • scenario analysis and what-if simulations • Partner with data and analytics teams to operationalize advanced models into repeatable, explainable decisions. • repeatable, explainable decisions • Focus on speed to insight and decision clarity over analytical complexity. • speed to insight • Execution, Delivery & Adoption • Lead or support IBP and SAP supply chain implementations, enhancements, and upgrades. • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-quality, usable solutions. • Define success metrics and ensure solutions deliver tangible, measurable business value. • tangible, measurable business value • Drive adoption through training, governance, and continuous improvement. • Key Performance Indicators: • Decision Speed & Focus • Decision latency (time from exception detection to decision) • Exception aging (open exceptions beyond defined thresholds) • Exception volume per planner (trend downward) • % of alerts acted upon vs. ignored • Planning Effectiveness • Forecast accuracy and bias at agreed aggregation levels • Plan stability (week-over-week or cycle-over-cycle changes) • Scenario cycle time (time to evaluate and decide) • % of plans auto-approved vs. manually adjusted • Inventory & Service Outcomes • Service level / fill rate • Inventory turns and days of supply • Excess and obsolete inventory • Stockout recovery time • System & Adoption Health • Planner touches per planning cycle • Manual overrides as a % of total decisions • Alert precision (true vs. false positives) • Active user adoption and engagement rates • The duties and responsibilities described above may provide only a partial description of this position. Other duties and responsibilities not outlined in this document may be added as necessary or desirable, with or without notice. • Technical and Functional Expertise • Generally requires a minimum of ten (10) plus years of experience • 5-7+ years of hands-on experience with SAP IBP, across multiple planning areas • SAP IBP • Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA or ECC supply chain modules (MM, PP; APO experience a plus) • SAP S/4HANA or ECC supply chain modules • Proven experience designing end-to-end planning architectures and integrations • end-to-end planning architectures • Solid understanding of data models, master data governance, and planning heuristics • Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain operations in complex, fast-moving environments • end-to-end supply chain operations • Ability to connect system and data design choices directly to business outcomes • Strong stakeholder influence skills, with the ability to align cross-functional teams • Experience leading transformation initiatives, not just system implementations • Experience in retail, e-commerce, or high-SKU, high-velocity environments • retail, e-commerce, or high-SKU, high-velocity environments • Proven track record of evolving organizations from basic S&OP to advanced IBP • Exposure to hybrid planning landscapes (SAP and non-SAP tools) • Experience supporting global or multi-region supply chains • What Success Looks Like • Planners and leaders focus on decisions and exceptions, not data preparation • decisions and exceptions • Faster response to volatility with clear visibility into trade-offs and impacts • Planning systems highlight issues early enough to act, with clear ownership and actions • Measurable improvements in service levels, inventory health, and decision speed • IBP is trusted as a daily operational decision engine, not just a planning calendar • daily operational decision engine • Work Environment: The WFH environment is primary, office is optional. Other factors are: • Work Environment: • Hectic, fast-paced with multi-level distractions • Professional, yet casual work environment • Professional, private space for video meetings required • Ability to work extended hours as required • Hired applicant may be awarded Restrict Stock Units and receive annual bonuses pursuant to eligibility and performance criteria defined in the respective plan documents and policies. • Anticipated Pay Scale: • $115,850 - $184,307 USD • Staffing Agency Submission Notice iHerb does not accept unsolicited 3rd party ("Agency") candidates. If you are an Agency, please send any requests to be considered as a supplier in our Vendor Management System to [email protected]. Do not contact iHerb employees directly. If requested to work on a role, any Agency candidates would be presented through the internal recruiting organization. • Staffing Agency Submission Notice • Focus on the Customer · Empower Our People · Be Entrepreneurial & Pivot Quickly · Embrace Diversity & Inclusion · Strive for Simplicity • Focus on the Customer · Empower Our People · Be Entrepreneurial & Pivot Quickly · • Embrace Diversity & Inclusion · Strive for Simplicity • iHerb BenefitsAt iHerb, we are dedicated to offering programs designed to help our employees and their families stay healthy, live well, and plan for their financial future. Built on a strong foundation, our programs provide options and upgrades with flexibility, protection, and security in mind. For the comprehensive benefits list, visit www.iHerbBenefits.com. For our international team members, you may be eligible for benefits depending on the country where you are employed. The Talent Acquisition Partner/local HR representative will go over the benefits you are eligible for.