SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning Consultant

SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning Consultant

Location: Europe (Remote/Hybrid with occasional travel)

Contract Type: Freelance / Contract

Open Positions: 4

We are looking for experienced SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning Consultants to join a high-profile enterprise planning transformation program. This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale planning and forecasting solutions, collaborating closely with Finance and IT stakeholders to deliver robust SAC Planning implementations.

Key Requirements

• 8–12 years of overall industry experience
• 3–6 years of hands-on experience with SAP Analytics Cloud – Planning
• Proven experience delivering SAC Planning solutions in production environments
• Hands-on application development experience in at least 2 SAC Planning implementation projects
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication skills in English

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and configure SAP Analytics Cloud Planning solutions based on business requirements
• Translate functional and technical requirements into planning models, stories, input forms, data actions, multi-actions, calendar tasks, and security configurations
• Support solution design across integration architecture, data storage, and processing layers
• Configure and optimize Data Access Controls, Data Locking, roles, authorizations, and Single Sign-On (SSO) requirements
• Implement workflow and planning processes to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Perform performance tuning and optimization of SAC Planning applications, ensuring efficient response times and user experience
• Collaborate with Finance SMEs, business users, and IT teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Provide recommendations and best practices for SAC Planning architecture, security, and governance

Required Expertise

SAP Analytics Cloud

• SAC Budgeting & Planning
• Reporting & Advanced Analytics
• Workflow & Calendar Processes
• Planning Models
• Data Actions & Multi Actions
• Input Forms
• Security & Authorizations
• Data Access Controls (DAC)
• Data Locking
• Performance Optimization

Finance & FP&A

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• P&L Planning
• Balance Sheet Planning
• Cash Flow Planning
• OPEX Planning
• CAPEX Planning
• Financial KPIs and Metrics

What We're Looking For

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to bridge business requirements with technical SAC capabilities
• Experience working in global and multicultural environments
• Ability to engage directly with client IT teams and Finance stakeholders
• Proactive mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions

If you are passionate about SAP Analytics Cloud Planning and have a track record of delivering enterprise planning solutions, we would love to hear from you.