Kinaxis Maestro: SCM Architect
Hylogic, an IT consulting firm specializing in supply chain planning transformation for Fortune 500 FMCG clients, seeks a Solution Architect to design end-to-end SCM solutions, own large projects, and advise executive stakeholders. Requires deep expertise in advanced planning tools such as Kinaxis Maestro/Rapid Response, SAP, o9, Blue Yonder, or Anaplan.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- USA
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 7+ years
- Category
- Architecture
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 7+ years of relevant experience with deep expertise in distribution requirements planning, manufacturing, production planning, demand management, and/or business software consulting
- Excellent understanding of one or more manufacturing planning solutions: Kinaxis Maestro/Rapid Response, o9 Solutions, SAP ECC, S/4 HANA, APO or IBP, Blue Yonder/JDA, Anaplan, etc.
- Strong understanding of advanced SCM processes with expert-level specialization in Demand or Supply domains
- Strong ownership and passion to learn new concepts and technologies
- BS/MS/PhD in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Research, Computer Science, Statistics or related field
- Ability to work in remote teams and cooperate with customer stakeholders at executive and junior levels
- Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in English, verbally and in writing
- Hands-on experience in software development and consulting mindset
Nice to have
- Proven project management capabilities to plan, coordinate, and deliver solutions
- Technical skills such as SQL, R, JavaScript, Python
Full description
Hylogic is at the heart of redefining the SCM landscape for the Fortune 500 'giants', with a primary focus on the FMCG industry. We are a fast-growing IT consulting company specializing in supply chain planning transformation and advanced planning solutions.
Who are we looking for? **
We are looking for an End-to-End (E2E) expert capable of leading large and complex solutions in accordance with architectural standards and scalability. As a Solution Architect, you will act as a trusted business advisor for all levels of stakeholders (including decision-makers) and prove a 360-degree design approach that connects technology strategy with long-term company goals.
Requirements:
- 7+ years of relevant experience with deep-level expertise and technology proficiency in distribution requirements planning, manufacturing, production planning, demand management industry role and/or business software consulting role.
- Excellent understanding of one or more manufacturing planning solutions such as Kinaxis Maestro/Rapid Response, o9 Solutions, SAP ECC, S/4 HANA, APO or IBP, Blue Yonder/JDA, Anaplan etc.
- Strong understanding of entire advanced SCM processes with expert-level specialization in either Demand or Supply domains.
- Strong Ownership and Passion to learn new concepts and technologies
- BS/MS/PhD in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Research, Computer Science, Statistics or a related field
- Ability to work in remote teams, cooperate with customer stakeholders at executive and junior levels in a corporate hierarchy
- Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Hands on experience in software development and consulting mindset
Optional:
- Proven project management capabilities to plan, coordinate, and deliver solutions with added value
- Technical skills such as SQL, R, Java Script, Python, etc.
Responsibilities:
- Design E2E solutions that meet customer and business objectives across multiple IT systems and platforms, considering long-term value, operational sustainability, and scalability
- Own E2E projects and technical solutions, acting as the Single Point of Contact for large solution portfolios
- Act as a business trusted advisor for all-level stakeholders, influencing decision-makers and framing solutions in the broader customer value context
- Lead client workshops and facilitate discussions, aligning stakeholders and driving tangible outcomes
- Represent expert knowledge of integrated planning, execution, and performance optimization
- Identify gaps and improvement opportunities within existing solutions and proactively propose value-added, scalable enhancements