Solution Architect (Demand Planning) - Delivery - Manufacturing
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 28, 2026. o9 Solutions scores B on the Alion truth index.
Transforming the Future of Enterprise Planning
At o9, our mission is to be the Most Value-Creating Platform for enterprises by transforming decision-making through our AI-first approach. By integrating siloed planning capabilities and capturing millions-even billions-in value leakage, we help businesses plan smarter and faster.
This not only enhances operational efficiency but also reduces waste, leading to better outcomes for both businesses and the planet. Global leaders like Google, PepsiCo, Walmart, T-Mobile, AB InBev, and Starbucks trust o9 to optimize their supply chains.
Job Title - Solution Architect-Demand Planning
An o9 Demand Planning Solution Architect partners with global enterprise executives to translate complex demand planning challenges across forecasting, consensus planning, forecast accuracy/bias and exception-based planning into scalable, high-performance digital solutions in the o9 platform, while mentoring implementation teams.
Minimum Qualifications
7 to 11 years of experience in full-lifecycle enterprise software implementation, specifically within supply chain or advanced planning systems.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Project Ownership
Drive the full lifecycle of demand planning projects, taking complete ownership of solution architecture, detailed design, and delivery.
Blueprinting & Solutioning
Lead blueprinting discussions and own key architecture and design decisions.
Recommend solution designs for complex customer use cases and pain points as a seasoned subject matter expert (SME).
Evaluate solution options and recommend the best-fit architecture/design
Design scalable, performant and maintainable solutions
Deliver comprehensive solution design recommendations and maintain high-quality project documentation.
Bridge the gap between the client and the configuration team, ensuring the solution is built precisely to the agreed design.
Customer Interaction & Stakeholder Management
Lead workshops, solution discussions, and executive stakeholder interactions to resolve business and technical issues.
Drive and support comprehensive platform solutions and functional demos.
Communicate effectively across business, technical, and executive audiences.
Collaborate proactively with platform, product, R&D, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project deployment.
Techno-functional expertise
Develop deep mastery of the o9 platform and products to effectively guide architecture decisions across projects.
Prioritize system performance by designing for high data volumes and instituting rigorous performance monitoring.
Assess technical tradeoffs during solution discussions to recommend optimal implementation approaches.
Practice Development
Champion practice initiatives that cultivate internal talent, establish industry-leading best practices, and ensure the success of broader projects.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Supply Chain and Techno-functional Skills
Deep knowledge of Demand Planning, including forecasting techniques, consensus planning, forecast accuracy/bias, and exception-based planning.
End-to-end supply chain awareness, including Distribution Planning, Master Planning, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
Experience in SQL/data analysis, data models, integrations, configuration, troubleshooting, and performance-related discussions.
More about us…
At o9, transparency and open communication are at the core of our culture. Collaboration thrives across all levels-hierarchy, distance, or function never limit innovation or teamwork. Beyond work, we encourage volunteering opportunities, social impact initiatives, and diverse cultural celebrations.
With a $3.7 billion valuation and a global presence across Dallas, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Madrid, London, Paris, Tokyo, Seoul, and Munich, o9 is among the fastest-growing technology companies in the world. Through our aim10x vision, we are committed to AI-powered management, driving 10x improvements in enterprise decision-making. Our Enterprise Knowledge Graph enables businesses to anticipate risks, adapt to market shifts, and gain real-time visibility. By automating millions of decisions and reducing manual interventions by up to 90%, we empower enterprises to drive profitable growth, reduce inefficiencies, and create lasting value.
o9 is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. Join us as we continue our growth journey!