Systems Engineer - Systems Engineer II

Apex Systems; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K program

HSA (Health Savings Account)

EAP (counseling)

Certification discounts

Training and development programs

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Systems Engineer II to configure, maintain, and enhance a supply chain planning solution. You will translate business requirements into system designs, support end-to-end implementations, and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

The role requires Kinaxis RapidResponse expertise, 3+ years in planning tools, and on-site work in North Reading, MA. Candidates should have a related bachelor's degree and strong project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of Kinaxis RapidResponse or similar planning tool experience.
• On-site work in North Reading, MA, 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Kinaxis RapidResponse or equivalent planning tool.
• Gather requirements and translate into functional/technical designs.
• Develop test plans, cases, and validation activities.
• Support end-to-end system implementations including data integration.
• Coordinate tasks with project managers and cross-functional teams.
• Troubleshoot data issues and optimize performance.
• Document configurations and provide user training.

Skills

Kinaxis RapidResponse

Project Management

SQL

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, CS, Supply Chain, IS, or related field

Tools

Oracle EBS

SAP

Job description

Job#: 3055508

Job Description:

Systems Engineer - Systems Engineer II

Location: North Reading, Massachusetts (Onsite)

Role Overview

This role involves configuring, maintaining, and enhancing a supply chain planning solution to meet business planning needs. The position requires gathering and analyzing business requirements, translating them into system designs, and supporting end-to-end system implementations. The Systems Engineer will also coordinate project tasks and provide functional support to business users.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and enhance the Kinaxis RapidResponse platform or an equivalent supply chain planning solution.
• Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into functional and technical system designs.
• Build and modify workbooks, worksheets, resources, control tables, and data model elements to support planning processes.
• Develop, execute, and document test plans, test cases, and validation activities.
• Support end-to-end system implementations, including data integration, cutover, and hypercare activities.
• Coordinate project tasks, timelines, and deliverables in partnership with project managers and cross-functional teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, data discrepancies, and performance concerns.
• Partner with integration teams to manage data flows between the planning solution and ERP or other source systems.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, configuration guides, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide training and functional support to planners and business users.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience is required. Candidates must have over 3 years of experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse or another supply chain planning tool, along with a solid understanding of supply chain planning concepts. This role requires experience with project management practices and the ability to work on-site in North Reading, MA, 5 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on Kinaxis RapidResponse configuration and administration experience.
• Experience with system testing methodologies and full lifecycle system implementation projects.
• Experience with a detailed scheduling tool, such as a production or finite scheduling system.
• A background in manufacturing.
• Kinaxis certification (e.g., Author Level 1/2, Contributor).
• Project management certification or training (e.g., CAPM, PMP).
• Experience integrating planning systems with ERP platforms like Oracle EBS or SAP.
• Familiarity with data analysis or scripting tools such as SQL or Python.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.

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