Kinaxis consultant

Experience- 4 to 12 years

Solution Design & Implementation:

- Lead the design, development, and deployment of Kinaxis Rapid Response (RR) solutions.
- Define system architecture and ensure seamless integration with ERP (SAP, Oracle), APS, and other supply chain systems.
- Work with business teams to gather and analyze requirements and translate them into Kinaxis RR configurations and enhancements.
- Implement best practices in demand planning, supply planning, inventory optimization, and scenario simulation.

Technical Leadership & Development:

- Guide and mentor Kinaxis developers, solution consultants, and cross-functional teams.
- Oversee technical developments in Rapid Response Scripting (RRS), Worksheets, Dashboards, and Analytics.
- Ensure high-quality data modelling, calculations, and custom logic for supply chain processes.
- Optimize performance tuning, automation, and real-time analytics in Kinaxis RR.

Integration & Process Optimization:

- Manage integrations between Kinaxis RR and ERP, WMS, TMS, and external data sources.
- Drive automation, real-time collaboration, and AI-driven insights for supply chain decision-making.
- Improve master data governance, reporting, and KPI tracking.

Project & Stakeholder Management:

- Act as the primary technical point of contact for Kinaxis RR projects.
- Work closely with business leaders, IT teams, and third-party vendors to ensure successful implementation.
- Lead change management, training, and user adoption strategies for Kinaxis solutions.

Required Skills &

Qualifications:

- 4+ years of experience in IT or supply chain technology, with 4+ years in Kinaxis Rapid Response implementation.
- Strong knowledge of Kinaxis RR architecture, configurations, and modules (Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Inventory Optimization, Control Tower).
- Hands-on experience with Rapid Response Scripting (RRS), Data Integration, and Scenario Management.
- Kinaxis Rapid Response certifications is a must have.
- Experience integrating Kinaxis with SAP, Oracle, JDA, or other ERP/APS solutions.
- Proficiency in SQL, JavaScript, and REST APIs for data modelling and automation.
- Knowledge of supply chain processes, planning methodologies, and industry best practices.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience with AI/ML-driven forecasting and analytics in Kinaxis.
- Knowledge of cloud-based supply chain solutions and real-time collaboration tools.