Systems Engineer
Job in
North Reading, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01889, USA
Listed on 2026-10-15
Listing for:
KForce
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-15
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
IT Business Analyst, Systems Analyst, Business Systems & Technology Analysis, IT Consultant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Key Responsibilities:
* Configure, maintain, and enhance the Kinaxis Rapid Response platform (or equivalent supply chain planning solution) to meet business planning needs
* Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into functional and technical system designs
* Build and modify workbooks, worksheets, resources, control tables, and data model elements to support demand, supply, and inventory planning processes
* Develop, execute, and document test plans, test cases, and validation activities across unit, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT) phases
* Support end-to-end system implementations, including data integration, cutover, and hypercare activities
* Coordinate project tasks, timelines, and deliverables in partnership with project managers and cross-functional teams
* Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, data discrepancies, and performance concerns
* Partner with integration teams to manage data flows between Kinaxis and ERP or other source systems (e.g., Oracle EBS)
* Create and maintain technical documentation, configuration guides, and standard operating procedures
* Provide training and functional support to planners and business users Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
* 3+ years of experience working with Kinaxis Rapid Response or another supply chain planning tool (e.g., SAP IBP, o9, Blue Yonder, Anaplan). Kinaxis experience strongly preferred
* Experience with project management practices, including planning, tracking, and coordinating deliverables across teams
* Solid understanding of supply chain planning concepts (demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, S&OP)
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into practical system solutions
* Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across technical and business audiences
* Ability to work on-site in North Reading, MA, 5 days per week
Preferred Qualifications:
* Kinaxis certification (e.g., Author Level 1/2, Contributor)
* Project management certification or training (e.g., CAPM, PMP)
* Manufacturing background - strongly preferred
* Hands-on Kinaxis Rapid Response configuration and administration experience
* Experience with system testing methodologies and system implementation projects (full lifecycle preferred)
* Experience with a detailed scheduling tool (e.g., production/finite scheduling systems)
* Experience integrating planning systems with ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle EBS, SAP)
* Familiarity with data analysis or scripting tools (SQL, Python, or similar)
Job Type Contract Compensation
60 - $63
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