Business Solutions Architect

Location: Richardson, TX
Onsite Flexibility: Onsite (could be negotiable for the right candidate after interview)

Position Type: Contract (Contract-to-Hire)
Contract Duration: 5 months
Start: June 15, 2026
Pay Rate: $75.00–$85.00 / hour (USD)
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available at this time.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced SAP IBP Consultant / Business Solutions Architect to support an ERP transformation and PDC (Parts Distribution Center) enablement initiative. This role will be responsible for designing, configuring, and optimizing SAP IBP Demand, Supply & Response, and Inventory Optimization solutions, ensuring they can handle high-volume, exception-driven parts planning scenarios. The consultant will act as a thought leader and change agent, bridging gaps between IBP capabilities and business requirements, and delivering scalable, high-performance planning solutions aligned to enterprise priorities.

Responsibilities

• IBP Solution Architecture & Implementation
  • Own technical architecture and design for SAP IBP (Demand, Supply & Response, Inventory Optimization) and integration tools (CPI-DS, SDI, RTI).
  • Configure and enhance IBP modules to support high-volume transaction processing (POs, order lines) and exception-driven planning workflows.
  • Ensure alignment with enterprise IT strategy and SAP roadmap.
• Requirements Analysis & Gap Resolution
  • Lead deep-dive sessions on business requirements.
  • Evaluate what IBP can deliver via standard configuration and identify gaps vs. business expectations.
  • Provide clear recommendations for configuration solutions, enhancements, workarounds, or alternate approaches where IBP limitations exist.
• Exception-Based Planning & Performance Optimization
  • Design solutions to support mass exception handling (shortages, excess, supply constraints).
  • Optimize fast processing of large volumes of POs and planning data.
  • Improve system responsiveness to meet business expectations for speed, throughput, and scalability.
• Business Engagement & Prioritization
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain, Parts Operations, and IT teams to translate business pain points into actionable IBP solutions.
  • Define and manage a prioritized roadmap aligned to PDC enablement, ERP rollout phases, and post-go-live enhancements.
• Data & Planning Model Design
  • Define and optimize planning areas, key figures, and master data models.
  • Support data readiness, including data cleansing, transformation, and harmonization.
  • Ensure alignment with ERP data structures and analytics platforms.
• Integration & End-to-End Flow
  • Support integration between SAP IBP, SAP ECC, and external systems (data lake, reporting tools).
  • Ensure seamless planning flow across demand, supply, and execution.
• PDC & ERP Transformation Support
  • Align IBP design with PDC blueprinting and rollout strategy.
  • Identify deliverables for blueprint phase vs. post-PDC.
  • Support phased implementation and delivery.
• Delivery, Testing & Continuous Improvement
  • Lead/support full lifecycle: design, build, test, deploy, and hypercare.
  • Support UAT, validation, and performance testing.
  • Drive continuous improvement of IBP solutions and planning processes.
• Governance & Best Practices
  • Ensure adherence to SAP IBP best practices and IT standards.
  • Document processes, milestones, and solution architecture.
  • Support long-term IBP capability maturity and scalability.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in SAP IBP implementation and architecture.
• Hands-on expertise in Demand Planning, Supply Planning / Response & Supply, and Inventory Optimization.
• Experience with SAP CPI-DS / SDI / RTI integrations and SAP ERP (ECC/S4 integration).
• Strong experience in high-volume, exception-based planning environments.
• Experience in business requirement analysis, solution design, and full software development lifecycle.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment with competing priorities.
• Experience working with cross-functional and multi-geographic teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Skills

• Experience in aftermarket, parts, or distribution-heavy business models.
• Experience in multi-ERP consolidation or transformation programs.
• Exposure to data lake / analytics platforms and high-scale transaction environments (POs, order lines, exceptions).
• Ability to assess IBP limitations and propose alternate solutions.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

Global HVACR provider committed to energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.