Kinaxis Maestro Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Supply Chain Professional to join our team as a Kinaxis Maestro Solutions Consultant. This role requires expertise in supply chain planning, demand management, and S&OP processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse and the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for collaborating with clients to understand their business challenges and supply chain requirements. They will lead discovery sessions to identify pain points and gather detailed specifications, and present customized solutions using Kinaxis RapidResponse that align with client needs.

The candidate will also develop and implement comprehensive supply chain solutions leveraging Kinaxis RapidResponse, create detailed proposals, workflows, and use case demonstrations to showcase solution capabilities, and work closely with technical teams to ensure the feasibility of proposed solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with clients to understand business challenges and supply chain requirements.
• Lead discovery sessions to identify pain points and gather detailed specifications.
• Present customized solutions using Kinaxis RapidResponse that align with client needs.
• Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain solutions leveraging Kinaxis RapidResponse.
• Create detailed proposals, workflows, and use case demonstrations to showcase solution capabilities.
• Work closely with technical teams to ensure the feasibility of proposed solutions.
• Configure and customize Kinaxis RapidResponse to meet client requirements.
• Guide best practices for Kinaxis implementation and utilization.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for Kinaxis solutions during sales cycles and project delivery.
• Support sales teams with technical expertise and thought leadership during the pre-sales process.
• Deliver compelling product demonstrations and proof-of-concept scenarios.
• Respond to RFPs, RFIs, and other documentation requests with detailed technical insights.
• Act as the primary point of contact between clients, internal teams, and vendors for solution delivery.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Provide post-implementation guidance and training to ensure client success with Kinaxis solutions.
• Collect feedback to refine processes and identify opportunities for future improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Production, Mechanical, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Hands-on experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse, including configuration, implementation, or solution design.
• Strong understanding of supply chain planning, demand management, and S&OP processes.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with a client-focused mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel (pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis), Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Mode of work as per employee comfort (Remote/Hybrid/Office)
• Special training for improvement areas
• Health Insurance.
• Company-provided laptop to support your work needs.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.

Additional Information:

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, duties, or activities that are required. Responsibilities, duties, and/or activities may change, or new ones may be added at any time with or without notice.