Supply Chain Planning Solution Architect

Supply Chain Planning Solution Architect Remote, anywhere in US Full time
The role requires individuals to be responsible for designing and building Supply Chain Planning IT solutions in the area of Demand & Supply Planning, Distribution Planning and Inventory Planning across various industries, using market leading Planning tools like SAP IBP, BY (JDA), O9, Kinaxis etc. in various sectors and geographies.
Required Skills: 7 to 9 Years of experience in atleast two full cycle implementation of market leading supply chain software solution(e.g. JDA, BY, SAP IBP, Kinaxis, O9) Hands on experience to Configure the supply chain product and customize the solution as per client s requirements Deep understanding of supply chain planning process including demand planning, supply planning, S&OP and inventory optimization Creation of business blueprint documents and validate design by conforming to best industry practice Prepare FMEA, Functional Specifications, Test cases and Training documents Manage Project teams (both on-site and off-shore) ensuring on-time delivery of project deliverables as per expectations Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders with emphasis on follow through and reporting Ability to drive projects in a matrix management environment that includes influencing, efficiency, collaboration, candor, and openness with a focus on results orientation
Personal Attributes: Ability to cope in a technically complex and fast-changing environment, and to respond calmly and rationally to changing aspirations in a deadline-driven situation. Strong planning and organizing skills including the ability to manage several work streams simultaneously. Excellent communication skills with a capacity to present, discuss and explain issues coherently and logically both in writing and verbally. Good influencing and persuasion skills with the ability to enthuse and inspire multidisciplinary teams and build successful relationships at all levels. Good team player, self-motivated and able to work on own initiative. Clear decision-making ability with the facility to judge complex situations and assess when to escalate issues.