<p><p><b>Job Summary</b><br/><br/>We are seeking a senior, certified Kinaxis Architect with 1015 years of experience and a mandatory 5+ years in a technical Kinaxis Solution Consultant or Architect role.
The candidate must hold the Kinaxis RapidResponse Solution Consultant Level 2/3 Certification.
</p><p><br/></p><p>This role demands deep technical proficiency in designing the end-to-end data model, integration architecture, and advanced scripting/customization within the RapidResponse platform.
</p><p><br/></p><p>The Architect will ensure the robust implementation and optimal performance of solutions across complex supply chain processes, including S&OP, Demand/Supply Planning, and Inventory Responsibilities :</b></p><p><br/><b>Advanced Rapid Response Solution Design :</b></p><br/>- Lead the technical solution design and blueprinting for Kinaxis RapidResponse implementations, ensuring scalability and performance for large transaction volumes.<br/><br/>- Design and model the end-to-end data integration architecture, specifying data extraction, transformation (ETL/ELT), and loading mechanisms between Kinaxis and external ERP systems (e.g., SAP ECC/S/4HANA, Oracle).<br/><br/>- Drive the implementation of various Kinaxis resources, including defining complex worksheets, Key Figure calculations, and user security models to meet customized client functional requirements.<br/><br/>- Apply deep technical knowledge of supply chain data structures (e.g., BOMs, Routings, Inventory Buckets, Forecast Hierarchies) to optimize the Kinaxis data Customization and Optimization :</b><br/><br/>- Lead the technical development of complex data customization and scripting within RapidResponse (e.g., using Kinaxis Scripting Language or proprietary formulas) to build tailored planning and response logic.<br/><br/>- Conduct advanced performance tuning on the Kinaxis platform, focusing on optimizing data queries, calculation engine efficiency, and background processing to meet strict system response times.<br/><br/>- Manage and oversee all system integration testing (SIT), ensuring data flows and functional customizations operate flawlessly within the client's and Technical Leadership :</b></p><p><br/>- Provide technical governance and architectural oversight throughout the project lifecycle, managing technical risks and ensuring adherence to Kinaxis best practices.</p><br/>- Drive high-level client technical engagement, translating complex supply chain needs (like S&OP or Inventory Optimization) into precise technical specifications.<br/><br/>- Conduct advanced technical workshops and knowledge transfer sessions for client IT teams regarding data model maintenance, integration monitoring, and system upgrade :</b><br/><br/><b>Experience :</b> 1015 years of total experience, with a mandatory 5+ years in a Kinaxis Consultant/Architect role focusing on technical implementation and integration.<br/><br/><b>Certification (Mandatory) :</b> Must possess the Kinaxis RapidResponse Solution Consultant Level 2/3 Certification.<br/><br/><b>Technical Kinaxis Expertise :</b> Strong hands-on expertise in Kinaxis data model design, advanced Key Figure scripting/customization, and system performance optimization.<br/><br/><b>Integration Skills :</b> Proven experience designing and implementing data integration between Kinaxis and enterprise ERP systems (e.g., knowledge of Kinaxis data loaders, web services, or middleware requirements).<br/><br/><b>Supply Chain Processes :</b> Expert-level knowledge of technical data requirements for core supply chain processes, including Demand Planning, Inventory Management, and Rough-Cut Capacity Skills :</b></p><br/>- Direct experience with Kinaxis Control Tower and technical implementation of advanced analytics capabilities.<br/><br/>- Hands-on experience with SQL and database concepts relevant to supply chain data sourcing.<br/><br/>- Familiarity with Cloud integration methodologies (IaaS/PaaS) and security protocols relevant to SaaS platforms like Kinaxis.<br/><br/>- Prior experience leading the technical workstream for a minimum of two full-cycle Kinaxis implementations.</p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)