Merck KGaA Posted August 15, 2026

Supply Chain Planning Solution Architect (all genders)

Mollet del Valles, Barcelona, Spain FULL_TIME
Information Technology

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About this opportunity

Your Role:

Join our IT organization as a Supply Chain Planning Solution Architect and play a pivotal role in our upcoming SAP IBP implementation, enhancing and transforming our supply chain planning landscape. You will be responsible for preparing and deploying functionality in our new SAP IBP solution across our ERP and APS landscapes. Your experience in implementing SAP IBP within complex landscapes at a global scale will be invaluable, guiding projects from template definition to deployment and support. Collaborating with Business Process Experts, Key Users, and SMEs, you will ensure the SAP IBP design aligns with business objectives. You will be part of a team of solution experts across core IBP modules, contributing to the overall success of our supply chain strategies. Your expertise in Supply Chain SAP ERP and APS functionality, particularly within the Life Sciences industry, will drive operational excellence. You will identify areas for improvement, develop designs, and implement solutions to deliver high-quality results. If you are passionate about making a significant impact and advancing your career, this is your opportunity.

Who you are: 

Bachelor's degree in business or a relevant field; advanced degree preferred

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Advanced Planning System (preferably SAP APO and SAP IBP) implementation

Experience with state-of-the-art SAP ERP (S/4 Hana) and Advanced Planning Systems, preferably in the Life Sciences industry

Proven track record in designing solutions and implementation within multi-systems ERP/APS landscapes

Familiarity with change control methodologies

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders globally

Willingness to travel for key project stages and meetings

*Todos los candidatos internos, sin importar si trabajan a tiempo completo o parcial, tendrán la oportunidad de ser considerados para las vacantes disponibles

Job details

Seniority
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Function
Information Technology
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Mollet del Valles, Barcelona, Spain
Employment type
FULL_TIME

How this role compares

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1154Currently active
60Companies hiring similar roles
32Countries represented

Salary context

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Portugal34
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Manager153
Principal56
Associate52
Associate Director44
Director35
Senior Director12
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Executive/VP1

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Vaccines & Infectious Disease1

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