Senior Kinaxis Architect for End-to-End Supply Chain Planning

McKesson; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 156,400 - 260,600; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking a Lead Architect for Maestro Kinaxis Solutions in the Supply Chain Planning domain. You will own end-to-end Kinaxis RapidResponse implementations, bridging business, IT, and system integrators to translate requirements into scalable designs and ensure operational readiness.

You will lead solution design across Demand, Supply, S&OP/IBP and Control Tower, drive fit-gap analysis, manage ERP integrations (SAP S/4), and coordinate with global cross-functional teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Typically requires 10+ years of experience in supply chain planning or related roles.
• Proven leadership experience in cross-functional supply chain projects.
• Track record implementing advanced planning systems such as Kinaxis Rapid Response, Maestro, SAP IBP, or similar.
• Experience leading end-to-end system implementations including design, configuration, integration, testing, deployment.

Responsibilities

• Own the Kinaxis RapidResponse solution architecture across Demand, Supply, S&OP/IBP and Control Tower.
• Lead solution design decisions aligned with business strategy and planning maturity.
• Drive fit-gap analysis, configuration strategy, and design sign-off.
• Oversee integration, data loads, and testing with System Integrators (e.g., Accenture).
• Act as primary Kinaxis functional escalation point during delivery.
• Provide status, risk, and mitigation updates to program leadership.
• Support go/no-go decisions with readiness assessments.

Job description

McKesson is seeking a Lead Architect for Maestro Kinaxis Solutions in the Supply Chain Planning domain. You will own end-to-end Kinaxis RapidResponse implementations, bridging business, IT, and system integrators to translate requirements into scalable designs and ensure operational readiness.

You will lead solution design across Demand, Supply, S&OP/IBP and Control Tower, drive fit-gap analysis, manage ERP integrations (SAP S/4), and coordinate with global cross-functional teams to deliver