Description - External
We are seeking a highly skilled Kinaxis Principal Architect with 15 to 20 years of experience to join our team.
Cognizant’s supply chain practice is part of Cognizant’s Enterprise Platform Services (EPS). We are primarily responsible for large scale transformation programs including advisory services, implementation, support and extension of off-the-shelf supply chain products in execution, planning and procurement. We are expanding rapidly and are always on the lookout for exceptional talent to provide exceptional services to our customers, who are part of the Fortune 500 companies.
When you join Cognizant, you are joining the best-of-the-breed team in supply chain industry, where continuous learning and working with products at the cutting edge of the technology, is the norm. You will be given a chance to go above and beyond your day-to-day work and build the four pillars of our practice – customers/resources/Center of Excellence/Thought Leadership. We make sure that you get to do what you really want to do, by supporting your aspirations, goals and providing you with rotation opportunities within the practice. You can switch products, if you want, or move to other projects of the same product and build your career in this thriving practice.
Role: Kinaxis Principal Architect
Location: Remote, USA
Experience: 15 - 20 Years
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $150,000/Year to $210,000/Year depending on the experience and other qualifications of the candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Job Responsibilities
Lead the design and implementation of Kinaxis solutions to optimize supply chain processes.
Oversee the integration of Kinaxis Demand Planning Supply Demand Balancing and Inventory Planning & Optimization.
Provide strategic guidance on Kinaxis Supply Planning and Sales & Operations Planning to enhance operational efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of supply chain strategies.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for Kinaxis solution architectures.
Conduct regular assessments to identify opportunities for process improvements within the supply chain.
Ensure alignment of Kinaxis solutions with overall business objectives and goals.
Facilitate workshops and training sessions to upskill team members on Kinaxis functionalities.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of implemented Kinaxis solutions to ensure optimal results.
Support the development of best practices and standards for Kinaxis solution deployment.
Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
Provide expert advice on supply chain network design and distribution chain management.
Utilize demand planning and forecasting techniques to drive data-driven decision-making.
Qualifications
Possess a deep understanding of Kinaxis Fundamentals and its various modules.
Demonstrate expertise in Kinaxis Demand Planning Supply Demand Balancing and Inventory Planning & Optimization.
Have a strong background in supply chain network design and distribution chain management.
Exhibit proficiency in demand planning and forecasting methodologies.
Show excellent communication skills in English both written and spoken.
Display the ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
Bring a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in supply chain management and Kinaxis solutions.
Hold a proven track record of successful Kinaxis solution implementations.
Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Possess the ability to lead and mentor team members.
Exhibit a proactive approach to identifying and addressing supply chain challenges.
Show commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends.
Have a customer-centric mindset and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
Certifications Required
Kinaxis Certified Rapid Response Author APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
