Planning Solutions Consultant | S&OP & Kinaxis Maestro Expert

Accenture PLC; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Supply Chain & Operations professional to lead end-to-end planning implementations, including S&OP, demand and supply planning, and inventory optimization across diverse client industries. You will engage stakeholders, drive process improvements, and coach teams to deliver measurable efficiency gains using advanced analytics and digital tools.

The role requires hands-on Kinaxis Maestro experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage complex workshops and

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
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Consumer Goods, Hi-Tech, Life Sciences, or Industrials industries.

Responsibilities

• Find solutions to clients’ supply chain and operations integrated planning related challenges.
• Advocate leading practices, policies & procedures for integrated planning.
• Spot and solve challenges using analytical and strategic skills to dive into data and compare vs. industry peers.
• Lead workshops that look for ways to improve organizations and processes.
• Determine methods and procedures to use when completing projects.
• Provide clients insights that help make their companies work better, faster, and more efficiently.
• Challenge legacy ways of working to fuel client growth.
• Use digital tech to help clients find new ways to make their orgs more effective.
• Lead medium to large teams with diverse backgrounds and knowledge.
• Coach others and collaborate with internal and external parties.
• Support client sales origination and thought leadership development.
• Ensure that projects help clients meet their key goals.
• Drive positive impact in communities where we work and live.
• Utilize the latest analytical tools and digital tech to improve organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Integrated Planning

S&OP

Demand & Supply Planning

Inventory Optimization

Process Improvement

Performance Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Leadership/Team Management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Kinaxis Maestro (Rapid Response)

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Supply Chain & Operations professional to lead end-to-end planning implementations, including S&OP, demand and supply planning, and inventory optimization across diverse client industries. You will engage stakeholders, drive process improvements, and coach teams to deliver measurable efficiency gains using advanced analytics and digital tools.

The role requires hands-on Kinaxis Maestro experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage complex workshops and