Kinaxis Rapid Response Solution Consultant - S&OP Systems (10-15 yrs)

Role Overview:

As a Kinaxis Rapid Response Solution Consultant, you will be a key player in designing and implementing advanced supply chain planning solutions using Kinaxis Rapid Response. You will collaborate with clients to understand their business needs, translate them into technical solutions, and ensure successful project delivery. This role requires a blend of deep Kinaxis expertise, strong consulting skills, and a thorough understanding of supply chain planning processes.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design and implement Kinaxis Rapid Response solutions for Demand Planning, Capacity Planning, S&OP, Inventory Planning, Distribution Requirement Planning, and Inventory Management.

- Develop and configure composite workbooks, workbook automations, dashboards, scorecards, tree maps, charts, and forms within Kinaxis Rapid Response.

- Participate in design sessions and resolve technical issues during various project phases.

- Translate business requirements into effective Kinaxis Rapid Response solutions.

- Participate in discovery sessions with business users to clarify business problems and opportunities.

- Conduct functional and technical analysis workshops to understand project requirements.

- Advise clients on best practices and sustainable solutions for their supply chain planning needs.

- Document and communicate all technical aspects of design.

- Utilize advanced Kinaxis Rapid Response resource design and authoring skills.

- Perform root cause analysis, debugging, and understand end-to-end technical data flows.

- Develop Rapid Response scripting and solution extensions (added advantage).

- Experience with BYWMS and BlueYonder is a plus.

- Work effectively in a team environment, demonstrating strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

- Utilize Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies for project execution.

- Collaborate with business users to ensure technical solutions meet business requirements.

- Participate in presales and market development activities.

- Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for Kinaxis Rapid Response solutions.

- Facilitate training when needed.

Required Skills and Experience :

- 10+ years of experience in solution design and implementation with Kinaxis Rapid Response.

- Extensive experience in Demand Planning, Capacity Planning, S&OP, Inventory Planning, Distribution Requirement Planning, and Inventory Management.

- Advanced proficiency in Kinaxis Rapid Response resource design and authoring.

- Strong understanding of supply chain planning processes.

- Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

- Experience with BYWMS and BlueYonder is a plus.

- Experience in Rapid Response scripting and solution extensions.

- Experience in presales and market development.

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

- Master's Degree is preferred.