Senior Kinaxis Engineer, Application Development and Maintenance

Cardinal Health; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

HSA/401k savings plan

MyFlexPay access

Job summary

Cardinal Health seeks an experienced Application Development & Maintenance professional to drive IT strategy for Global Planning applications like Kinaxis and Talend. You will manage deployments, gather requirements, and collaborate with IT teams to deliver enhancements.

The role requires 8–12 years of experience in planning applications, strong SQL/database skills, and ability to work autonomously in an international context. Excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in application development/maintenance roles.
• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience.
• Kinaxis Maestro functional and development experience preferred.
• Integration tool development experience required (Talend, MDP or other).
• Relational database and SQL skills preferred; Oracle/Access a plus.
• Data analysis and scripting skills preferred; Linux/Unix skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive IT strategy for Global Planning applications (Kinaxis/Talend/MDP).
• Understand functional/technical capabilities and user needs.
• Manage deployment of project deliveries and enhancements.
• Coordinate testing, data validation, and user training for deployments.
• Develop Kinaxis resources and integration tooling for project/run needs.
• Provide documentation and support for change management.

Skills

8-12 years experience

Kinaxis Maestro

SQL

Linux/Unix

Data analysis

Scripting

Complex problem solving

Autonomous in international context

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Talend

MDP

Kinaxis

Oracle

SQL tooling

Job description

What Application Development & Maintenance contributes to Cardinal Health Application Development & Maintenance performs configuration or coding to develop, enhance and sustain the organization's software systems in a cross-functional team environment through adherence to established design control processes and good engineering practices. This job family programs and configures end user applications, systems, databases and websites to achieve the organization's internal needs and externally-facing business needs. Application Development & Maintenance partners with business leaders, investigates user needs and conducts regular assessments, maintenance and enhancements of existing applications. The position entails both functional and technical responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive the IT strategy and as it relates to the Global Planning applications (Kinaxis/Talend/MDP).
• Fully understand functional and technical capabilities of the Planning applications as well as needs of users and business processes.
• Manage deployment of project related deliveries as well as enhancement requests for Planning applications.
• Participate in project related work as required.
• Represent Planning applications on project related work from both a functional and development perspective as required.
• Build a strong working relationship with the Planning IT team members as well as the Kinaxis COE team members.
• Gather requirements of end-user community for enhancements and work with team members to develop standard, harmonized requirements.
• Manage issues, document, escalate as appropriate and ensure resolution.
• Develop and implement Kinaxis and integration tool resources to support both project and run related enhancements.
• Develop and deliver training for improvements/enhancements to COE team members as well as IT team members as required.
• Document test results and solutions and support CAH change management process as required.
• Coordinate testing, data validation and planner data input with business users during system deployments.
• Anticipate future needs of business partners and CAH system needs.
• Initiate activities to close gaps and meet future needs before issues arise.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience
• preferred Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience
• preferred Kinaxis Maestro functional and development experience
• Integration tool development experience required (Talend, MDP or other)
• Relational database and SQL skills preferred
• Oracle or Access database experience a plus
• Data analysis and scripting skills preferred
• Linux/Unix skills preferred
• Knowledge of demand planning, supply planning, inventory and related business processes required
• SAP APO, ECC or S4 experience preferred
• Ability to grasp complex issues, even in circumstances where there is incomplete or conflicting information, or conflicting views expressed by those involved
• Ability to steer stakeholders towards a common goal and reach consensus
• Ability to arbitrate decisions
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written
• Ability to work autonomously in an international context

What is expected of you and others at this level

Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projects. Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals. Recommends new practices, processes, metrics, or models. Works on or may lead complex projects of large scope. Projects may have significant and long-term impact. Provides solutions which may set precedent. Independently determines method for completion of new projects. Receives guidance on overall project objectives. Acts as a mentor to less experienced colleagues.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA) 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Anticipated salary range: $125,300 - $178,900 Bonus eligible: Yes

Application window anticipated to close: 11/28/2026

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.