Kinaxis Planning Consultant: S&OP & Supply Chain Strategy

Accenture PLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Supply Chain & Operations professional to implement and optimize end-to-end planning across planning, production scheduling, and inventory management. You will drive integrated planning with clients, leading workshops, and leveraging Kinaxis Maestro to improve forecast accuracy and reduce lead times.

The role requires 3+ years of Kinaxis Maestro experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working on/with Kinaxis Maestro (Rapid Response) projects.
• Delivered a minimum of 1 full cycle Kinaxis Maestro (Rapid Response) implementation from design through go live.
• Strong foundation in core supply chain planning concepts with curiosity for rapid platform skill development.
• Effective communicator with client-facing workshop/UAT facilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated planning strategies aligned with client goals.
• Lead S&OP planning including cycles for demand and supply reviews.
• Develop demand and supply planning processes including forecasting, production planning, procurement, and inventory management.
• Ensure production schedules, inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics align with business demand.
• Identify opportunities to streamline operations and improve forecasting accuracy.

Skills

Kinaxis Maestro

Client-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Kinaxis Maestro

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Supply Chain & Operations professional to implement and optimize end-to-end planning across planning, production scheduling, and inventory management. You will drive integrated planning with clients, leading workshops, and leveraging Kinaxis Maestro to improve forecast accuracy and reduce lead times.

The role requires 3+ years of Kinaxis Maestro experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders in a fast-paced