Kinaxis Technical Consultant

Role Summary

We are looking for an experienced Kinaxis Technical Consultant to design, develop, configure, and maintain Kinaxis RapidResponse (Maestro) solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in Kinaxis platform authoring, scripting, analytics, integration, and data management, combined with a strong understanding of supply chain planning processes.

This is a hands-on technical role requiring the ability to translate business requirements into robust Kinaxis configurations and deliver quality solutions across the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Kinaxis Platform Technical Development

Design, author, and configure Kinaxis RapidResponse / Maestro workbooks, worksheets, alerts, metrics, scorecards, and dashboards

Develop and maintain scripts, macros, automation tasks, task flows, and forms within the Kinaxis platform

Build and optimize custom analytics, including Netting, CTP (Capable-to-Promise), FLP, and Attribute-Based Planning

Create and manage data models, custom tables, and resource configurations aligned with business requirements

Perform system configuration, package management, and environment administration

Integration & Data Management

Design and implement end-to-end data integrations between Kinaxis and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)

Develop inbound and outbound interfaces using Data Transfer Client (DTC), Kinaxis APIs (REST/SOAP), flat files, and ETL tools

Perform data mapping, data validation, transformation scripting, and data quality management

Manage integration architectures across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments

Troubleshoot and resolve data flow issues, import/export errors, and integration failures

Project Delivery & Collaboration

Participate in all phases of Kinaxis implementation: discovery, design, build, test, deploy, and hypercare

Translate functional requirements into technical specifications and solution designs

Conduct unit testing, performance testing, regression testing, and support UAT activities

Collaborate with functional consultants, business analysts, and client stakeholders

Create technical documentation including design specs, configuration guides, and runbooks

Mentor and guide junior developers on Kinaxis best practices

Required Technical Skills

kill Aretails

Kinaxis Platform

RapidResponse / Maestro Authoring, Configuration, Administration, Package Deployment, Environment Management

Authoring & Resources

Workbooks, Worksheets, Alerts, Metrics, Scorecards, Dashboards, Widgets, Forms

Scripting & Automation

Macros, Embedded Algorithms, Scripts, Automation Tasks, Task Flows, Scheduling

Analytics

Core RR Analytics, Netting, CTP, FLP, Attribute-Based Planning, What-If Scenarios

Integration

Data Transfer Client (DTC), Kinaxis APIs (REST/SOAP), ETL Tools (Talend, Informatica, SAP BODS), File-Based Integrations, Web Services

Data Management

Data Mapping, Data Modeling, Data Import/Export, Validation Rules, Transformation Scripts, Data Quality

Programming / Tools

SQL, JavaScript, XML/JSON, RDBMS (Oracle / MySQL / MS SQL), Excel (Advanced)

ERP Integration

SAP ECC / S/4HANA, Oracle EBS, JD Edwards Interface development, BAPI/RFC connectivity

Supply Chain Domain

S&OP, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, MRP, Inventory Planning, Capacity Planning, Distribution Planning, Production Scheduling, ATP

Required Qualifications

4 10 years of hands-on experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse / Maestro

Minimum 12 full-cycle Kinaxis implementation projects

Strong technical understanding of Kinaxis data model, resource design, and system architecture

Experience integrating Kinaxis with at least one major ERP system (SAP, Oracle, JDE)

Proficiency in SQL and at least one scripting language (JavaScript, Python)

Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

Kinaxis Certification: Author Level 2/3, Solution Consultant Level 1/2, or Integration Developer Certification

Supply Chain Certifications: APICS-CPIM, CSCP, or similar supply chain certifications

Experience with Kinaxis Maestro (latest platform evolution)

Hands-on experience with ETL tools such as Talend, Informatica, or SAP Data Services

Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) in integration architectures

Exposure to additional supply chain planning tools (SAP IBP, Blue Yonder, o9 Solutions)

Agile / Scrum methodology experience

Technical Capabilities

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on high-impact supply chain transformation projects

Exposure to global clients across Automobile, Manufacturing & Life Sciences

Collaborative team environment with SAP, Databricks, Azure, AWS & AI experts

Flexible work arrangement Hybrid / Remote options available

Fast-track engagement Immediate project start for the right candidate

Career growth opportunities within IDWTEAMs expanding Supply Chain Technology practice