Job Description

We are seeking a
very senior SAP BRIM Consultant
to design, configure, and optimize SAP Billing and Revenue Innovation Management (BRIM) processes. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in subscription-based billing, convergent charging, revenue recognition, and integration with other SAP modules.
You are a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in SAP BRIM modules: Subscription Billing, Revenue Management, Convergent Charging (CC), Convergent Invoicing (CI), and S/4HANA. Having 10-15+ years of experience in SAP Quote-to-Cash processes, including 5+ years in SAP BRIM implementations. Deep expertise in Accounts Receivable, Billing, Invoice-to-Cash, and GL posting processes.
Strong hands-on experience in customizing billing plans and designing creative solutions.
Proven ability to integrate CI/CC/FICA with S/4HANA and other SAP modules.
Experience across full SAP implementation lifecycle: requirements gathering, design, configuration,
testing, and deployment.
Proficiency in configuring and designing solutions across SAP BRIM components: SOM, CC, CI, CM, and FICA.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Configure SAP BRIM for subscription, usage-based, and recurring billing processes.

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  Set up pricing, rating, and charging rules for services in Convergent Charging.

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  Implement and manage customer contracts within SAP Contract Management.

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  Ensure accurate revenue recognition and compliance with accounting standards.

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  Integrate BRIM with SAP FICA, CRM, and other relevant SAP modules.

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  Process and transform usage data using Data Mediation for accurate billing.

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  Create and execute test scenarios for billing workflows.

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  Troubleshoot and optimize billing processes to support customer operations.

Required Skills:

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  Extensive experience in
  SAP BRIM configuration
  and implementation.

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  Strong knowledge of
  subscription, usage-based, and recurring billing
  .

• 
  Hands-on experience with
  Convergent Charging, Contract Management, Revenue Recognition
  .

• 
  Integration expertise with
  FICA, CRM, and other SAP modules
  .

• 
  Experience in
  Data Mediation
  and
  billing process optimization
  .

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  Proven ability to
  troubleshoot complex billing issues
  and support end-users.

• 
  Strong
  testing and validation
  skills for billing workflows.

Key Components and Layers

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  Cloud-Based Platform:
  SAP IBP is a cloud-native SaaS solution, offering scalability and accessibility from anywhere.
  
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  SAP HANA Database:
  The underlying in-memory database powers real-time analytics and rapid processing of large datasets, essential for AI and machine learning capabilities within IBP.
  
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  Unified Planning Area:
  A central planning area serves as a single source of truth, housing a harmonized data model for various planning modules like demand, supply, and inventory.
  
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  User Interfaces:
  • 
    Excel UI
    :
    Preferred by planners for its familiar user experience.
    
  • 
    Web UI:
    Provides Fiori-based apps for system configuration (e.g., creating planning areas) and dedicated planning functions.
    
  • 
    Mobile Access:
    Enables users to review alerts and analytics on the go.
    
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  Integration Layer:
  • 
    SAP CPI-DS
    (middleware):
    Extracts data from source systems, transforms it into the IBP format, and loads it as master or transactional data.
    
  • 
    APIs and Services:
    Facilitate connectivity with other SAP solutions and third-party systems.
    
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  Intelligent Capabilities:
  • 
    AI and Machine Learning:
    Built-in algorithms and ML frameworks are used for predictive analytics, demand sensing, and optimization.
    
  • 
    Analytics and Dashboards:
    Provide real-time visibility into supply chain key performance indicators and support scenario modeling.
    
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  Collaboration Tools:
  • 
    Process Management:
    Supports workflow tracking and task management within planning processes.
    
  • 
    SAP Jam
    :
    A social collaboration tool for team communication and project execution across the enterprise.
    

Data Flow and Integration

1. 
   Data Inbound:
   Master and transactional data are extracted from source systems like SAP ERP and S/4HANA using SAP CPI-DS.
   
2. 
   Data Processing:
   The data is transformed and loaded into IBP's harmonized data model on the SAP HANA database.
   
3. 
   Planning and Analytics:
   Users perform demand, supply, and inventory planning, leverage AI-powered analytics, and simulate scenarios within the IBP platform.
   
4. 
   Data Outbound:
   Planning results and other data can be sent back to operational systems like S/4HANA for execution, to BW for reporting, or to other tools for further analysis.