Position Overview

We are currently looking for a Solution Architect to design and implement supply chain planning solutions for our clients using Kinaxis Rapid Response (Maestro). This position is remote but will involve business travel.

As a Solution Architect, you will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of Kinaxis RapidResponse (Maestro) solutions, ensuring that clients achieve their desired business outcomes. You will act as the primary interface between clients and the technical team, guiding the end-to-end solution delivery and ensuring the adoption of best practices.

 Your Contribution:

• Serving as the primary interface with the clients, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve established goals including the success of the end-to-end solution delivery and the adoption of standard business practices.

• Participate in requirements discovery/gathering sessions with clients to develop requirements specifications documentation.

• Configuration knowledge of RapidResponse (Maestro) system to support business requirements and design/propose configuration options for various resources like workbooks, scorecards, metrics, etc.

• Support System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

• Excellent understanding of supply chain planning functions.

• Ability to interact with clients in different time zones and/or in different shifts.

• Understand supply chain industry trends and benchmark customers against the same.

• Work with partners and business development leads to articulate the value of Maestro and be able to discuss our implementation methodology/approach.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in implementation of different Kinaxis RapidResponse(Maestro) applications, such as Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Forecasting and Demand Planning, Supply Planning, inventory planning and optimization, Constraint Planning, and advanced algorithms.

• Multiple cycles of leading development teams in complex supply-chain solution design, development, and testing

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, production planning, materials management, and management consulting or business consulting roles.

• Experience in engaging and negotiating with C-level stakeholders

• Experience working with major ERPs.

• Experience working with relational databases and JavaScript

• A passion for working in customer-facing roles, with strong communication and presentation skills.

• Academic degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations Research or a related field with an excellent academic record.

• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

 Preferred Skills:

• Hands-on experience in planning software.

• In-depth Knowledge of integrating planning systems, specifically RapidResponse(Maestro) , with ERP and legacy systems for inbound/outbound interfaces.

• A passion for working in customer-facing roles, with strong communication and presentation skills.

• Kinaxis RapidResponse(Maestro) Certifications.

About Kearney and IMTEK

Kearney, a leading global management consulting firm, has acquired IMTEK Inc., strengthening its expertise in supply chain strategy and technology-driven transformation. For nearly 100 years, Kearney has been a trusted advisor to C-suites, government bodies, and nonprofit organizations, working alongside clients to turn big ideas into reality and build a future that works for everyone.

Now a Kearney company, IMTEK brings deep expertise in supply chain planning, leveraging platforms like Kinaxis Maestro™ (formerly RapidResponse®) and PlanetTogether® to drive strategic transformation. Together, Kearney and IMTEK seamlessly integrate business, functional, and technical expertise to help organizations enhance decision-making, resilience, and operational agility. This partnership empowers clients with end-to-end solutions that create measurable impact and long-term value across the entire supply chain ecosystem.

To learn more, visit www.kearney.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Nondiscrimination

IMTEK, A Kearney Company, prides itself on providing a culture that allows employees to bring their best selves to work every day. Our people can feel comfortable, confident, and joyful to do great things for our firm, our teams, and our clients. IMTEK, A Kearney Company, aims to build diverse capabilities to help our clients solve their most mission-critical problems.

IMTEK, A Kearney Company, is committed to building a diverse, unbiased, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer; we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person's gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.

Members of communities historically underrepresented in analytics and consulting are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us?

At IMTEK, powered by Kearney, you'll have the opportunity to work with industry leaders and cutting-edge technologies, driving transformation in supply chain planning. You'll collaborate with experts across the globe and contribute to projects that have a real impact on clients' businesses. We offer a supportive and innovative work environment, where your skills and expertise will be essential in shaping the future of supply chain solutions.

Apply Now!

If you are passionate about transforming supply chains and driving business impact with innovative solutions, we encourage you to apply today!

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