Anaplan Solution Architect

Req ID: 274155 

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We are currently seeking an Anaplan Solution Architect to remotely join our team in Atlanta, Georgia (US-GA), United States (US).

This is a REMOTE ANAPLAN SOLUTION ARCHITECT opportunity in the United States on the IDSP SUPPLY CHAIN CONSULTING team at NTT DATA for candidates who are authorized to work in the United States.

NTT DATA Supply Chain Consulting, accelerates fact-based transformation for supply chain leaders around the world. Providing world-class consulting and managed analytics services, our competencies are powered by an unrivaled passion for our core purpose: to help enterprises realize maximum value from their supply chains. Our top supply chain talent, enabled by proven, leading-edge digital assets—tools, methods, and content—deliver actionable insights and measurable outcomes to some of today’s largest and most complex supply chains. With talent spanning North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, we serve clients globally in a borderless fashion.

The NTT DATA Integrated Demand and Supply Planning Practice (IDSP) consulting team assists clients with the executive Integrated Demand and Supply Planning process. We define the executive Integrated Demand and Supply Planning process as a cross-functional business process with a goal of balancing demand and supply as profitably as possible by maintaining one “truth” – that is, one integrated sales and operations plan. In addition, we offer opportunity assessments that focus on improvements available from integrating the planning processes. Our professionals work closely with clients on initiatives to balance demand and supply by helping them design their demand and supply planning processes, overlay enabling technology, and ultimately, implement the executive Integrated Demand and Supply Planning process. The result is improved cost efficiency and service levels for our clients, thus increasing their supply chain’s contribution to added shareholder value and overall business effectiveness.

Key responsibilities:

•Play a hands-on role in managing and delivering IDSP solutions to our clients.

•Conduct standard business / technology assessments depending on project scope and client needs.

•Provide architectural guidance and establish best practices for Anaplan Supply Chain Implementation.

•The ideal candidate will also mentor other Anaplan model builders.

•Provide technical direction to all model builders/configuration leads in implementation of Anaplan Supply Chain projects.

•Set engagement objectives and scope followed by development of detailed project plans to meet specific needs of each client and engagement.

•Support sales of the NTT DATA IDSP service offerings.

•Effectively manage client relationships and joint project teams including other consultants, contractors, and client team members.

•Engage and communicate with clients at all levels of the organization during the delivery process to earn their confidence and trust.

•Responsibility for review and approval of all client deliverables in accordance with the SOW.

•Support creation of thought leadership materials (blogs, public speaking, etc.) that support NTT DATA supply chain consulting’s overall brand and positioning.

•Support the ongoing development of methodologies and new service offerings, including SaaS capabilities that generate recurring revenues where applicable.

•Travel 30-80% based on project requirements and/or client demand.

Skills:
• Impeccable integrity, passion for supply chain consulting, creative, and energetic
• Significant and documented project experience involving solution design and implementation using Anaplan
• Ability to work creatively and analytically, both independently and in a problem-solving team oriented environment
• Solid project management skills demonstrated across multiple industries
• Ability to supervise others and actively coach / mentor junior consultants
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills

• Demonstrated expertise in demand planning, supply planning, capacity planning, and S&OP/Integrated Business Planning processes

Basic qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or college equivalent in industrial engineering, information systems, supply chain management, science, technology, math, business, economics, or related major.

• Anaplan Level 3 Model Building Certification
• 2+ years of experience in large Anaplan implementation projects.
• 4+ years of experience working within Excel and PowerPoint.

• Willing and able to travel over 30% based on project requirements.

Preferred qualifications:

• Certified Anaplan Solution Architect.
• Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Experience in supply chain consulting.

• Experience in demand planning, supply planning or inventory management within a consulting and/or equivalent environment.
• Experience working on large scale supply chain transformation initiatives.
• Advanced industry certifications from ASCM, IBF, CSCMP or MITx MicroMasters in Supply Chain Management.
• Experience using advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software.
• Experience implementing advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software, e.g. Anaplan, Blue Yonder, Logility, ToolsGroup, O9, etc.

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Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The
starting pay range for this remote role is $115,000 to $135,000. This range reflects the minimum and
maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend
on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills,
and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual
and/or company performance.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an
employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and
long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with
company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA Services

NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients’ long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.

NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.