India-Maharashtra, Pune
As a Senior Rapid Response Solutions Consultant in the GSC Planning COE, you will be responsible for independently managing the implementation and optimization of Kinaxis Rapid Response solutions for the Global Supply Chain Planning team. Building on foundational skills, you will work on more complex projects, providing insights and developing solutions that enhance supply chain processes and respond to immediate business needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Understand and Analyze Business Requirements and Collaborate with business users to gather detailed requirements, understand challenges, and provide tailored solutions. Establish yourself as a knowledgeable resource and advisor.
- Design Kinaxis Rapid Response solutions that meet business needs while ensuring scalability and sustainability. Ensure adherence to industry best practices.
- Lead Implementation efforts in the configuration, customization, integration, and testing of Rapid Response solutions. Manage project components, track progress, and ensure alignment with project goals and timelines.
- Provide User Training and Support and develop comprehensive training programs and deliver training sessions to ensure optimal user adoption of Rapid Response solutions. Provide ongoing support and resolve more complex issues as needed.
- Monitor Platform Developments and Stay up-to-date with the latest Kinaxis Rapid Response features and industry trends. Proactively suggest enhancements to supply chain processes.
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including solution designs, process flows, and user manuals. Ensure all documentation is up-to-date and accessible as directed by the Sr GSC Planning COE Technical Manager II.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of tasks, stories, epics, defects, and spikes in JIRA. Generate reports and communicate updates regularly, and assist in preparing weekly reports and update your JIRA items at least once per week.
- Participate on the Sprint planning session to commit JIRA items for the following quarter.
- Adhere to the guidelines set by the Directors and Managers of the GSC Planning COE team and support their initiatives. and actively contribute to team goals and objectives.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience:3-7 years of experience in supply chain management, with 4-6 years specializing in Kinaxis Rapid Response or similar supply chain planning tools.
- Technical Skills:Proficiency in Kinaxis Rapid Response configuration, scripting, and integration. Strong understanding of supply chain planning principles.
- Project Management:Experience in managing small to medium-sized projects with a focus on delivering results within defined timelines.
- Analytical Skills:Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to translate complex business requirements into effective technical solutions.
- Communication:Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Interpersonal Skills:Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across various teams.
Certifications: Kinaxis Rapid Response certification as Master, Contributor and Administrator
Experience in the medical device or life sciences industry.
APICS certification or equivalent is preferred.
In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.
- Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained in order to assure Quality System compliance and adherence to the BSC Quality Policy.
- Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System.