Associate Manager - SAP-SAP CPI DS

Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Associate Manager – SAP CPI‑DS to drive complex integration solutions across SAP IBP, ECC/S/4HANA, APO and various data platforms. The role involves leading design workshops, managing full‑cycle implementation projects, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high‑quality results under aggressive timelines while traveling globally to client sites.
Responsibilities
Lead design workshops with business and IT stakeholders to define CI‑DS integration architecture.
Manage end‑to‑end CI‑DS implementation projects (minimum 4) from blueprint to production.
Develop complex CI‑DS tasks for data exchange between IBP and ECC/S/4HANA, APO, HANA DB, flat files, etc.
Configure pre‑scripts, post‑scripts, scheduling, and administration of CI‑DS jobs.
Set up CI‑DS agents, connections, and ensure seamless integration with RFC function modules.
Provide functional expertise on IBP (Demand, SOP, Inventory, Response & Supply) and S/4HANA integration.
Mentor junior team members and conduct knowledge‑transfer sessions.
Collaborate with ABAP developers to support custom extractors and CDS/OData requirements.
Ensure timely delivery under aggressive timelines and manage multiple concurrent deadlines.
Travel globally (short‑term/long‑term) to client sites for implementation and support.
Qualifications
8+ years of SAP integration experience, with at least 4 years in SAP CPI‑DS.
Minimum of 4 full lifecycle CI‑DS implementation projects delivered.
Deep expertise in CI‑DS, IBP functional modules, and integration with ECC/S/4HANA, APO.
Strong knowledge of pre‑scripts, post‑scripts, RFC‑based integration, and XML data formats.
Proficiency in ABAP, CDS views, OData (plus), and CI working knowledge (plus).
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder‑management skills.
Proven ability to work under tight deadlines and manage aggressive timelines.
Experience mentoring junior consultants.
Willingness to travel internationally on short‑notice assignments.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
About Us
ABOUT US
Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automation, and resiliency – to thrive on change.
Our transformative solutions in Digital Logistics, Cognitive Manufacturing, Autonomous Planning, Smart Procurement and Digitalization are positioned around key industry pillars and delivered through a comprehensive portfolio of services spanning digital strategy, design and build, and implementation across a range of technology platforms.
Bristlecone is ranked among the top ten leaders in supply chain services by Gartner. We are headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe and Asia, and over 2,500 consultants. Bristlecone is part of the $19.4 billion Mahindra Group.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Bristlecone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status .
Information Security Responsibilities
Understand and adhere to Information Security policies, guidelines and procedure, practice them for protection of organizational data and Information System.
Take part in information security training and act while handling information.
Report all suspected security and policy breach to InfoSec team or appropriate authority (CISO).
Understand and adhere to the additional information security responsibilities as part of the assigned job role.

Work arrangement
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