- is Fundamentals
- Demand Forecasting
- Inventory Optimization
- Supply Chain Planning

Mandatory Domain Skills

- Retail Planning
- Supply Chain Management
- Sales Planning & Execution

Key Responsibilities

1. Design, configure, and implement Kinaxis Supply Planning, Demand Planning, and Inventory Planning & Optimization solutions.
2. Analyze retail supply chain processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
3. Develop and execute demand forecasting and inventory optimization models using Kinaxis RapidResponse.
4. Gather business requirements and translate them into effective Kinaxis planning solutions.
5. Support sales planning and execution through data-driven insights and recommendations.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Kinaxis solutions with existing enterprise systems.
7. Conduct functional testing, troubleshooting, and production support for Kinaxis applications.
8. Monitor planning performance and ensure solutions meet business KPIs and operational objectives.
9. Conduct workshops and training sessions for business users and planning teams.
10. Prepare functional documentation,



process flows, and solution guidelines.
11. Identify continuous improvement opportunities and recommend enhancements to existing planning processes.

Required Qualifications

- 7–11 years of experience in supply chain planning and SCM technology.
- Strong hands-on experience with Kinaxis Supply Planning, Inventory Planning & Optimization, and Demand Planning.
- Good understanding of Kinaxis RapidResponse Fundamentals.
- Robust knowledge of retail planning, supply chain management, and sales planning and execution.
- Experience in Kinaxis implementation, configuration, enhancement, and production support.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications

- Kinaxis Certified RapidResponse Planner
- APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

Additional Information

- Day shift working schedule.
- Hybrid work environment.
- No travel required.
- Ability to collaborate with business and technical stakeholders across teams.

📌 Senior Consultant (Chennai)
🏢 Cognizant Technology Solutions India
📍 Chennai