About the Role:
Cognizant is seeking a Kinaxis RapidResponse / Maestro Lead to drive and support Kinaxis implementations for global clients. This is a client-facing leadership role focused on ensuring platform stability, resolving complex issues, and advancing innovation across Kinaxis-supported supply chain solutions.
As a trusted advisor and solution authority, you will partner closely with business and IT stakeholders to design, deliver, and support scalable Kinaxis solutions that align with business objectives and industry best practices.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Serve as the solution design authority for Kinaxis RapidResponse and Maestro implementations, ensuring alignment with business requirements and best practices.
- Act as the primary point of contact for business and IT stakeholders, maintaining alignment between client expectations, project goals, and solution delivery.
- Support change management and user adoption initiatives for Kinaxis implementations.
- Oversee end-to-end Kinaxis solutions, including:
- Demand Planning
- Supply Planning
- S&OP
- Inventory Management
- MEIO
- Capacity Planning
- Leverage Kinaxis Maestro capabilities to automate, optimize, and orchestrate planning workflows.
- Lead and manage integrations between Kinaxis, ERP systems, and other enterprise applications.
- Translate business requirements into functional Kinaxis solutions, configuring and customizing Maestro workflows to meet client needs.
- Lead and mentor a team of Kinaxis consultants, developers, and support staff, including conducting knowledge-sharing and coaching sessions.
- Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence across Kinaxis support and implementation engagements.
Work Model
Cognizant embraces a hybrid work model, providing flexibility while meeting business and client needs. This role requires the ability to adapt to varying shifts and support peak seasonal workloads.
Working arrangements are accurate as of the posting date and may evolve based on project, business, or client requirements. Any changes will be clearly communicated, with a continued focus on maintaining a healthy work-life balance through Cognizant’s wellbeing programs.
Qualifications – Required
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- 7+ years of hands-on experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse / Maestro.
- Strong expertise in supply chain planning processes, including Demand, Supply, Inventory, S&OP, and Control Tower.
- Proven experience leading teams and managing end-to-end project delivery.
- Demonstrated success in solution architecture, design, and delivery of Kinaxis solutions within large-scale, global programs.
- Solid understanding of data modeling, system configuration, and integrations within Kinaxis.
- Experience integrating Kinaxis with ERP systems and other enterprise platforms.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in Agile/DevOps environments, delivering scalable and high-performance solutions.
- Experience with AI/ML integration in supply chain planning (preferred).
Preferred Qualifications
- Kinaxis Certification
- Kinaxis Maestro Journey (formerly RapidResponse)
Please note this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary Range: $140,000 – $160,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
- Incentive Program: Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and plan terms
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2026
Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan with Contributions
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: Salary, compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the posting date and may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.
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