Sr. Architect, Maestro Kinaxis Solutions, Supply Chain Planning

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Job title: Sr. Architect Maestro Kinaxis Solutions Supply Chain Planning

Position Summary

Mckesson is seeking an experienced Sr. Architect Maestro Kinaxis Solutions Supply Chain Planning who is responsible for designing configuring and delivering end-to-end planning solutions using Kinaxis Rapid Response (or Maestro). This role serves as the functional and technical expert translating business requirements into scalable planning solutions across demand supply inventory capacity and S&OP/IBP. The Solution Architect partners with business stakeholders program managers data teams and system integrators to ensure high-quality solution delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Design & Architecture

• Lead end-to-end solution architecture for Kinaxis Rapid Response including data models configurations integrations and planning workflows.

• Translate business processes (S&OP MPS MRP DRP demand planning supply planning inventory optimization etc.) into platform capabilities.

• Develop future-state process and system architecture aligned with enterprise supply chain strategy.

• Ensure solution design meets performance scalability and compliance requirements.

Implementation Leadership -

• Guide configuration of Kinaxis modules such as:

  • Supply Planning

  • Demand Planning

  • Inventory Management

  • Constrained/Unconstrained planning

  • Scenario management

• Oversee integration architecture between Kinaxis ERP systems (SAP S/4 ECC) and other planning tools.

• Review and validate design documents user stories and functional specifications.

Platform Configuration & Build

• Configure Rapid Response workbooks tasks alerts scorecards dashboards and planning logic.

• Develop and optimize data models calculations business rules and what-if scenarios.

• Ensure alignment with Kinaxis best practices industry standards and reusable design frameworks.

Data Integration & Technical Alignment

• Work closely with data and integration teams to define data requirements and ensure accurate integration with ERP MuleSoft HANA and data platforms.

• Troubleshoot data quality issues mapping errors and performance bottlenecks.

• Validate end-to-end data flows and ensure system stability at scale.

Solution Delivery & Testing

• Lead end-to-end design build SIT UAT Production Parallel Runs and deployment phases of Rapid Response implementations.

• Create functional specifications test scripts and training materials.

• Manage solution-level issues drive defect resolution and ensure quality delivery.

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary functional contact between business teams technical teams and system integrators.

• Present solution designs architecture documents and planning concepts to senior stakeholders.

• Influence decision-making with strong domain knowledge and planning expertise.

Continuous Improvement & Optimization

• Identify opportunities to enhance planning capabilities using Rapid Response features automation and scenario planning.

• Drive roadmap planning for future Kinaxis enhancements and new capabilities (e.g. Rapid Response Maestro analytics automation).

• Recommend future enhancements module expansions or process redesigns.

• Stay updated on Kinaxis product releases and incorporate advancements into system design.

• Support post-go-live optimization COE activities and governance frameworks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management Engineering Business or a related field required.

• 7-10 years of supply chain planning experience including strong hands-on Kinaxis Rapid Response exposure.

• Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes (Plan/Source/Make/Deliver).

• Experience architecting complex planning solutions in global multi-ERP environments.

• Strong knowledge of data models integration patterns (ETL APIs) and planning algorithms.

• Ability to lead workshops influence cross-functional teams and drive decision-making.

• Kinaxis certifications (e.g. RR Solution Architect RR Author RR Contributor) preferred.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Deep functional knowledge of demand planning supply planning inventory optimization capacity planning and S&OP/IBP processes.

• Proven hands-on experience in Kinaxis Maestro / RR

• Strong understanding of ERP ecosystems (SAP S/4HANA ECC) and data integration concepts.

• Expertise in scenario planning risk modeling and data-driven decision-making.

• Ability to translate business requirements into system solutions and process workflows.

Certifications (Preferred)

• APICS CPIM CSCP or CLTD.

• Kinaxis Rapid Response Author or Contributor certifications are highly desirable

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