Business Systems Analyst, Anaplan

Accountabilities: Anaplan solution design and development: Design, build, and deliver robust, scalable, and maintainable Anaplan solutions aligned with business objectives and enterprise planning requirements. Business requirements analysis: Collaborate directly with business users and IT stakeholders to gather requirements, develop comprehensive user stories, assess priorities, and translate business needs into effective technical solutions. Project implementation and enhancement: Contribute to projects involving new Anaplan functionalities, enhancements to existing models, and the ongoing optimization of enterprise planning applications. Prototyping and solution validation: Develop prototypes and proofs of concept to validate business requirements, demonstrate solution feasibility, and refine proposed approaches before full implementation. End-to-end project lifecycle management: Apply The Anaplan Way methodology throughout requirements gathering, solution design, model development, testing, user acceptance testing, deployment, documentation, and project closure. Model architecture and Connected Planning: Develop and maintain effective model architectures, formulas, business logic, and model-to-model integrations to support connected planning and consistent data flows across business processes. Data integration and automation: Work with technical teams to implement, maintain, and automate inbound and outbound data interfaces, improving data accuracy, reliability, and operational efficiency. Standards and governance: Promote adherence to Anaplan model-building best practices, application lifecycle management standards, and established development guidelines. Project delivery and stakeholder coordination: Manage assigned project activities, coordinate timelines and priorities with business and IT teams, and support successful implementation, user adoption, and long-term value realization. Continuous improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance planning processes, improve application performance, and strengthen solution scalability while staying informed about evolving Anaplan capabilities and industry practices. Requirements: Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. Professional experience: At least 5 years of relevant experience in planning, solution development, business systems analysis, or consulting, with hands-on expertise in designing, developing, and supporting enterprise performance management or demand planning solutions. Anaplan certification: Anaplan Model Builder Level 3 certification is required. Certified Master Anaplanner (CMA) and/or Certified Anaplan Solution Architect Professional credentials are preferred. Anaplan implementation expertise: Demonstrated experience applying The Anaplan Way methodology across the full project lifecycle, from requirements definition and model development to testing, deployment, documentation, and project closure. Advanced modeling capabilities: Strong understanding of Anaplan model architecture, formulas, business logic, model-to-model integrations, and Connected Planning principles. Anaplan platform tools: Hands-on experience with Anaplan Data Orchestrator (ADO), Workflow, CoModeler, and Optimizer. Business requirements translation: Proven ability to interpret complex business needs and transform them into scalable, enterprise-level Anaplan solutions that support operational and strategic planning. Planning domain knowledge: Experience with enterprise performance management, demand planning, or supply chain planning is important. Supply chain planning experience is preferred. Industry knowledge: Familiarity with semiconductor or high-tech industry demand and supply chain planning processes is an advantage. Additional planning technologies: Knowledge of SAP Integrated Business Planning (SAP IBP), SAP Business Warehouse (SAP BW), or other enterprise planning platforms is a plus. Analytical and problem-solving skills: Strong analytical thinking and the ability to troubleshoot complex planning challenges, evaluate alternative solutions, and deliver practical improvements. Communication and collaboration: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with business users, technical teams, and cross-functional stakeholders. Personal attributes: A self-motivated, collaborative, and adaptable professional who takes ownership of assigned work, manages priorities effectively, and demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Benefits: Remote work flexibility: Opportunities to work remotely from India, with locations including India-wide remote work, Hyderabad, and Pune. Competitive compensation: A competitive salary package, with specific compensation details to be confirmed during the recruitment process. Employee benefits: A generous benefits package is offered, although specific healthcare, insurance, leave, and retirement benefits have not been detailed in the available job description. Professional development: Opportunities to deepen your expertise in Anaplan modeling, enterprise planning, Connected Planning, and advanced planning technologies. High-impact projects: Contribute to enterprise-wide planning initiatives that support business collaboration, operational efficiency, and informed decision-making. Collaborative work environment: Work closely with business and IT professionals in a technology-focused environment that encourages innovation, autonomy, and continuous improvement. Career growth: Strengthen your technical expertise and business analysis capabilities while contributing to complex enterprise planning projects.