Kinaxis Solution Architect

Job Title - Kinaxis Architect (15+ years experience required)
Location - Remote
Duration - 12+ Months
Role Overview: Client is accelerating their digital supply chain transformation to support a global portfolio of lifting and material processing equipment. They are seeking a Kinaxis Architect to design and lead the implementation of Kinaxis RapidResponse as their next-generation planning platform.
This role will be critical in enabling end-to-end supply chain visibility, agility, and resilience across client's multi-plant, multi-region manufacturing network. The ideal candidate will combine deep Kinaxis expertise with strong knowledge of industrial manufacturing supply chains, including complex BOMs, long lead times, and dealer-driven demand.
Key Responsibilities: Strategic Architecture & Transformation

• Define and lead the Kinaxis RapidResponse architecture roadmap aligned with client s global supply chain strategy.
• Architect solutions supporting Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Inventory Optimization.
• Enable scenario-based planning and decision intelligence to respond to market volatility and supply constraints.

Kinaxis Implementation & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end Kinaxis implementations across the business segments (e.g., Aerial Work Platforms, Materials Processing).
• Configure and optimize:
• Control tables
• Worksheets and dashboards
• Alerts and exception management
• Ensure scalability for global operations across North America, EMEA, and APAC.

Integration & Data Ecosystem

• Architect seamless integration between Kinaxis and enterprise systems including:
• ERP platforms (SAP S/4HANA / ECC)
• Manufacturing systems (MES)
• Dealer/distribution systems
• Define strategies for:
• Real-time data synchronization
• Master data governance (BOMs, routings, suppliers, inventory)
• Data quality and harmonization across regions

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Optimization

• Support client-specific supply chain complexities:
• Engineer-to-Order (ETO) and Configure-to-Order (CTO) models
• Long lead-time components and supplier constraints
• Global sourcing and logistics variability
• Enable:
• Constraint-based and capacity planning
• Multi-echelon inventory optimization
• Demand sensing and forecast collaboration with dealers

Business Engagement & Change Leadership

• Collaborate with stakeholders across:
• Supply Chain Planning
• Procurement
• Manufacturing Operations
• Sales & Aftermarket
• Translate business challenges into scalable Kinaxis solutions.
• Drive adoption and change management across global teams.

Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Establish Kinaxis design standards, governance frameworks, and best practices.
• Monitor system performance and drive continuous optimization.
• Ensure alignment with companies IT architecture, security, and compliance standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s/Master s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, IT, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain planning and enterprise systems.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale global implementations.
• Strong understanding of industrial or heavy equipment manufacturing supply chains.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in:
• Kinaxis data modeling and configuration
• Scenario planning and simulation
• Control tables, dashboards, and analytics
• Integration experience with:
• SAP (S/4HANA, APO, IBP) or equivalent ERP systems
• APIs, middleware, and ETL tools
• Knowledge of:
• SQL and data management
• Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in heavy equipment or industrial manufacturing companies.
• Familiarity with dealer/distributor-based demand models.
• Exposure to AI/ML-enabled demand forecasting.
• Kinaxis certifications (Author, Configurator, Architect).
• Experience with Agile and DevOps delivery models.