Solution Architect Location: Remote Duration: 4 Months Description: This Solution Architect(SA) will support full horizon end-to-end integrated solutions, with a special focus on Supply Planning. SA will be responsible for developing and supporting Kinaxis related implementation projects or changes. Scope: Responsible for solution design and delivery of Kinaxis system at Client Excellent understanding of Kinaxis solution footprint, with a deep knowledge of Supply planning solutions Is a thought leader in specific Product Solution area of focus and is able to apply that knowledge to improve business solutions Leads/Facilitates business diagnostics, As-Is process analysis and To-Be design workshops and subsequently be able to write a solution design document to support business requirements Ability to review functional specs and designs, and provide inputs to influence and enhance the quality of deliverables Ability to review existing systems and tools, and recommend improvement opportunities. Working experience of implementing supply planning solutions for a large global manufacturer or Client company Ability to configure supply planning solution of Kinaxis, and be able to implement solution single handedly Ability to influence business decisions on technology, through experiences and by sharing industry best practices and methodologies Good understanding and work experience of using AI/Client technologies in supply chain Ability to deliver in fast paced environments using agile methodologies Works on development of interfaces, dashboards, reports and tools that are of highest quality and meet business objectives Assist program management teams in project planning including detailed project plan, estimates and timelines Conducts/Facilitates end-user training workshops on Kinaxis solution Setup and coordinate user acceptance testing, and support final acceptance and critical phase sign-off by the business owners Follows up on cases opened with Kinaxis Support Services to help in resolving defects for the business Communicate project risks and issues that may have a negative impact on the project schedule, scope or budget Qualifications: Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or similar fields MBA/Master’s degree or equivalent in Supply chain / Logistics is preferred Tech Experience: Soft Skills: 12-20 years of experience in implementing supply chain solutions with deep expertise in Kinaxis or similar supply planning solutions 3+ years of proven experience in Kinaxis supply planning implementations is mandatory. Project, Enhancement, and/or POC experience is required Implementation experience and functional knowledge of material planning systems and processes is desirable Hand-on experience of integration between Kinaxis and SAP S4 HANA/SAP ECC is highly desirable Serves as a functional liaison, and contributes to key meetings between DTS, Kinaxis project team and business including Sr executives Experience of collaborating with multiple cross-cultural teams spread across geographies to gather requirements, make design decisions, and for testing and delivery Ability to work under ambiguous situations, and a drive to bring clarity by working in collaboration with multiple stakeholders Good time management and organizational skills; ability to multi-task and adhere to tight deadlines Excellent stakeholder management & good communication skills Ability to prepare and deliver presentations for users, management, and executive level audiences What we need: We need someone who is very strong with Kinaxis implementation. Need to have MLS configuration. Kind of a complete algorithm. Multilevel sourcing is used a lot. Multiple years of coming in and configuring them. We have 10-13 requirements. Looking for someone to come in and complete the configurations in the next 3-4 months. Client implementation is one of the complex ones Clorox had an implementation but it wasn’t as complex. We are working all in Kinaxis. We can’t have someone who needs training or time to build up their skills. This is configuring capabilities that we have not been able to configure before not a ton of time to come in and learn something. We need sosmone who can start fixing and building things ASAP. We need someone who has been in Kinaxis for at least 2-3 years. As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.