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- Ensure that business processes derived from business/data requirement documentation adhere to industry standards and align with client objectives and business models.
- Oversee the collection and analysis of essential data from diverse sources.
- Assist engagement partners and managers in defining project scope, and timelines, and securing customer signoffs through capability listings and effort estimates.
- Conduct thorough discovery sessions with business users to grasp and document RapidResponse configuration requirements, encompassing supply chain networks, operating models, system landscapes, planning processes, and objectives for Kinaxis implementation.
- Translate business needs into Kinaxis RapidResponse software specifications, keeping abreast of supply chain industry trends and best practices.
- Identify standard functionalities in RapidResponse, devise data model alterations, configure solutions, and develop customizations.
- Spearheaded solution blueprinting and detailed design initiatives.
- Allocate configuration tasks to project members according to their proficiencies, review deliverables, and monitor progress.
- Apply advanced mathematical models to address customer demands.
- Stay updated on supply chain industry trends and compare customer performance against benchmarks.
- Aid in data management and integration efforts, encompassing data transformation from source systems, loading into RapidResponse, data cleanup, and validation.
- Support sales opportunities by collaborating with Account Executives and Client Partners.
- Assist customers and project teams in adhering to Quality Control/Quality Assurance practices for the configured solution, including executing unit test scripts and supporting end-to-end and user acceptance tests.
- Provide troubleshooting and resolution support for solution issues.
- Evaluate project performance and document lessons learned to enhance institutional knowledge, ensuring adherence to Kinaxis methodologies and quality standards within the solutions team.
- Bachelor's Degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or related fields with a focus on operations or analytics.
- Minimum of 7 years experience implementing supply chain Advanced Planning Solutions such as o9, Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, OMP, E2Open, etc.
- Certification as a Kinaxis Solution Architect or completion of all requirements for Kinaxis Solution Architect certification.
- Hands-on experience leading teams through at least 2 full lifecycle implementations of a supply chain planning solution, covering business requirement gathering, solution design & development, testing, go-live/cutover, hyper care, and value realization.
- Proficiency in Agile methodology for delivering large-scale enterprise solutions. Ability to travel up to 50%, contingent upon project requirements and client base.
- Advanced Degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or related fields with a focus on operations or analytics.
- Thorough understanding of supply chain planning concepts, processes (demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, S&OP, etc.), KPIs, and best practices.
- Experience presenting complex topics clearly and effectively.
- Strong analytical skills, familiarity with data mining, and proficiency in handling large volumes of data.
- Ability to discern key insights and exercise critical thinking to prioritize high-value opportunities or mitigate significant risks.
- Capability to communicate mathematical, technical, or software usage concepts to audiences with limited background knowledge.
- Proficiency in leading cross-functional teams, distributed across locations and time zones, and spanning multiple hierarchy levels.
- Experience leading a project team in a client environment.
Kinaxis Solution Architect - Miami, United States - Rishabh RPO
