OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
He/She will be responsible to provide business-driven end-to-end solutions to meet our customers needs in gaining insights from our enterprise data, Animate and reinforce BI and Data Analytics governance as well as designing technical architecture to ensure a stable solution for our customer centered around the BW on HANA platform.
He/She will also be responsible for leading complex implementation, developing strategies, integration, enhancement of projects.
STRUCTURE, REPORTING, NETWORKS & LINKS:
Organization Structure
CITO
|-- Data & AI Governance Vice President
|-- Enterprise Data Domain Director |-- Head of SAP Analytics Platform
|-- SAP Analytics - Senior Project Manager
|-- SAP Analytics Technical Specialist
Organizational Reporting
: Reports to Delivery Manager
Networks & Links
Internally
: Transversal Digital Platforms Team. Innovation Team, Application Platform Owners, Business process owners, Infrastructure team Externally
: Third-party technology providers, Strategic Partners
Location
:Position will be based in Bangalore
RESPONSIBILITIES
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EDUCATION
Bachelors/Masters degree in Computer Science Engineering /Technology or related field
Experience
Technical competencies
Core Technical Skills
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SAP BW (Business Warehouse)
- BW Data modeling (InfoObjects, DSOs, InfoCubes, CompositeProviders)
- ETL processes using DataSources, Transformations, and DTPs
- Advanced DSO (aDSO) and Open ODS Views
- Start, end and expert routine
- Hybrid modelling with HANA and BW
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SAP BW Integrated Planning (BW-IP)
- Planning-enabled InfoProviders ,Planning functions and planning sequences
- Aggregation levels , Filters and characterstic relationships
- FOX formulas, SQlScript and ABAP exits for custom planning logic
- Locking mechanisms and data slices
- Support end-to-end planning cycles including data collection, validation, simulation, and reporting.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to planning applications and data models.
- Document technical specifications, configuration, and user guides.
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SAP BPC (Optional but Valuable)
- Embedded model integration with BW-IP
- BPC planning functions and script logic
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ABAP Programming
- Custom planning functions, customer exit variables -- CMOD and BADIs
- Enhancements and user exits in BW-IP
- Debugging and performance tuning
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SAP Analysis for Office (AO)
- Planning layouts and input-ready queries
- Integration with Excel for planning scenarios
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SAP BusinessObjects / SAC (SAP Analytics Cloud)
- Integration with BW-IP for planning and reporting
- SAC Planning (if transitioning from BW-IP to SAC)
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SAP HANA
- HANA views (Attribute, Analytic, Calculation Views)
- SQLScript for advanced data manipulation
- Performance tuning and optimization
Functional & Analytical Skills
- Understanding of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
- Knowledge of cost center planning, profit center planning, sales planning, etc.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical planning solutions
Tools & Utilities
- SAP GUI and Eclipse-based BW Modeling Tools
- SAP HANA Studio / Web IDE
- Transport Management System (Charm)
- Debugging tools and performance analysis (ST05, RSRT, RSTT)
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
The candidate should demonstrate: - A strong sense for collaboration and being a team player Articulate issues and propose solutions.
- Structured thought process and articulation Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Analytical bent of mind and be willing to question the status quo Possess excellent soft skills.
- Individual contributor and proactive and have leadership skills. Be able to guide and drive team from technical standpoint.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Self-motivated, quick learner is a must.
- Be fluent in English.
- Be able to influence and deliver.
