Kinaxis Maestro SME Job Charlotte area,North Carolina USA,IT/Tech

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Kinaxis Maestro Supply Chain Planning SME for a leading manufacturing client undergoing a large-scale global transformation. This individual will play a critical, hands‑on role in implementing Kinaxis Maestro to modernize supply planning processes across multiple plants. You will work at the intersection of supply chain operations and technology, translating real‑world planning needs into system configurations, supporting testing and deployment, and driving system optimization.

The ideal candidate brings both deep functional supply chain expertise and technical system experience, making them a key contributor to a multi-year implementation program with high visibility and growth potential.

Day-to-Day:

Support ongoing Kinaxis Maestro implementation (currently in build phase)
Translate business requirements into system configurations (user stories, workflows, parameters)
Design and validate data flows from SAP ERP systems into Kinaxis
Collaborate with IT and architects to ensure system alignment and integration
Execute and support unit testing, SIT, and UAT cycles
Troubleshoot defects, perform root cause analysis, and drive resolution
Validate master data, planning logic, and system outputs
Assist with go‑live readiness and post‑go‑live stabilization
Ensure system alignment with S&OP and supply planning processes
Identify gaps between business processes and system capabilities
Develop training materials and support end‑user training sessions
Provide ongoing support to users post‑implementation
Monitor system performance and recommend improvements
Identify opportunities for automation and optimization
Support continuous enhancements across a global multi‑year rollout

Skills and Requirements

4+ years of experience in supply chain planning (supply planning, S&OP, or procurement) in a manufacturing environment
Hands‑on experience with Kinaxis Maestro and involvement in an implementation
Strong understanding of supply planning processes (not just systems)
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP ECC, S/4, or similar) and understanding data flows
Experience working on Agile projects (sprints, user stories, playback sessions)
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, or related field
API or data integration experience
Experience with SQL, Python, or other scripting tools
Background in data governance or data lake environments
Exposure to AI/ML or automation within planning systems

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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