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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Supply Chain Planning Architect - AI & SAP IBP - **Company:** HP Inc. - **Location:** Barcelona, Spain - **Salary:** €116,150.0 - €182,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Computer Literacy, Information Engineering, SAP APO, SAP (Applications), SAP HANA, SAP Project System, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, User-Centered Design, Data Lakes, Information Technology, SAP S/4HANA, Integration Frameworks, Data Management - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.es/contact-us.html ## About the Role + Deep expertise in SAP systems capabilities is preferred + Artificial intelligence acumen required and direct experience building AI solutions preferred. + Advanced communication and influence skills. Including the proven ability to influence change., + Bachelor or Master's degree in Computer science, Engineering, or any other related technical major. + Typically has 10+ years of work experience, preferably in supply chain, supply chain management, supply chain operations, or a related field. + Fluency in English (both written and verbal). + International travelling - 25-50% of the time required. + Role requires international collaboration and late shifts if candidate is based in EMEA region. Key Skills & Qualifications: + Experience: Extensive experience in supply chain planning (forecasting, demand planning, supply planning, inventory optimization, Sales & Operations Planning, etc.) solution architecture and autonomous planning. + Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of ERP (SAP IBP, S/4HANA a plus), integration platforms, data management, and modern software engineering. + Artificial intelligence acumen required and direct experience building AI solutions preferred. + Architectural Frameworks: Familiarity with frameworks like SAP, HANA, Data Lake, and data engineering integration. + Deployment of AI model for planning. + Supply Chain Planning domain expertise is required. + Deep expertise in SAP system capabilities is preferred. + Advanced communication and influencing skills, including a proven ability to drive change. Cross-Org Skills: + Effective Communication + Strong analytical and presentational skills + Results Orientation + Learning Agility + Digital Fluency + Leadership skills to drive strategic change. Complexity: + Provides highly innovative solutions to complex problems within established policy. The pay range for this role is $116,150 to $182,400 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. ## Description A Supply Chain Planning Systems Architect designs and governs technology solutions (like SAP Integrated Business Planning, and S/4HANA, integration platforms) to optimize end-to-end supply chain planning processes (forecasting, demand planning, supply planning, inventory optimization, Sales & Operations Planning, etc.), bridging business needs with technical reality, ensuring scalability, security, and integration, and leading roadmap development for digital transformation. Key duties include creating systems, data and process architectural blueprints, defining data flows, selecting technologies (enterprise, analytics, AI, etc.), ensuring adherence to standards, and collaborating with business and IT leaders for strategic alignment., + Strategy & Vision: Develop the architecture vision and roadmap for the digital supply chain, aligning with enterprise goals. + Design & Architecture: Create detailed system designs, blueprints, and models for complex supply chain applications (SAP IBP, S/4HANA, MS4, etc.). + Integration Leadership: Design integration strategies, data contracts, and APIs for seamless data flow between SAP and non-SAP systems. + Technology Evaluation: Research and recommend new technologies (AI, analytics, etc.) to improve efficiency and innovation. + Governance & Standards: Lead design governance, ensuring solutions meet security, reliability, and scalability standards. + Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with business leaders, enterprise architects, and engineering teams to translate requirements into technical solutions. + Solution Delivery: Oversee end-to-end design for major initiatives, from concept to implementation. ## Related Videos - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Evolving the developer experience in the age of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100201-evolving-the-developer-experience-in-the-age-of-ai) - [The 2026 Talent Pivot: Essential Trends for an Evolving Workforce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100098-the-2026-talent-pivot-essential-trends-for-an-evolving-workforce) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) - [Beyond Hiring: Building a Sustainable Talent Acquisition Engine at Deutsche Bahn](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1856-beyond-hiring-building-a-sustainable-talent-acquisition-engine-at-deutsche-bahn) - [Tracking vehicles at scale](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1999-tracking-vehicles-at-scale) ## Related Articles - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Are Software Engineer Wages Being Pushed Down? 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