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Sr. Consultant

Cognizant • Full-time • Chennai, IN • 4d ago

Job Title : Sr. Consultant
Job Summary : The Sr. Consultant role focuses on leveraging Kinaxis solutions to optimize supply chain planning inventory management and demand forecasting within the retail domain. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive business outcomes.
Experience : 7
11 years
Required Skills : Technical Skills: Kinaxis Supply planning Kinaxis-Inventory Plng&Optmztn Kinaxis-Demand Planning Kinaxis Fundamentals Domain Skills:Planning(Retail) Supply Chain Management Sales Planning & Execution
Nice to have skills : Domain Skills:
Technology : SCM Application Development
Shift : Day
Responsibilities :
Utilize Kinaxis Supply Planning Inventory Planning & Optimization and Demand Planning tools to design and implement effective supply chain solutions tailored to retail industry needs.
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into actionable plans that align with business objectives.
Analyze existing supply chain processes and identify areas for improvement to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Develop and execute demand forecasting models using Kinaxis Fundamentals to ensure accurate predictions and inventory optimization.
Provide insights and recommendations to improve sales planning and execution strategies based on data-driven analysis.
Conduct workshops and training sessions for teams to ensure effective utilization of Kinaxis tools and methodologies.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of implemented solutions to ensure they meet predefined KPIs and business goals.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of Kinaxis solutions into existing systems and workflows.
Prepare detailed documentation for processes solutions and best practices to maintain knowledge continuity.
Support hybrid work model by effectively managing tasks and collaboration in both remote and in-office environments.
Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards while implementing solutions.
Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for Kinaxis tools to address any operational challenges.
Drive innovation by staying updated on the latest trends and advancements in supply chain management and retail planning. Qualifications -
Demonstrate expertise in Kinaxis Supply Planning Inventory Planning & Optimization and Demand Planning with hands-on experience in implementation and support.
Showcase strong knowledge of Kinaxis Fundamentals to design and execute effective forecasting and planning models.
Exhibit deep understanding of retail planning supply chain management and sales planning & execution processes.
Possess excellent analytical skills to identify inefficiencies and propose actionable solutions.
Display strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Highlight ability to adapt to hybrid work environments and manage tasks efficiently.
Show proficiency in documenting processes and solutions for knowledge sharing and continuity.
Job Location : Primary Location :INTNCHNA10(ITIND MEPZ (TBM) SDB 1 -4 SEZ) Alternate Location :NA NA Alternate Location 1 :NA NA
Job Type : Sr. Associate
Projects [60PM00]
Demand Requires Travel? : No
Certifications Required : Kinaxis Certified RapidResponse Planner APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

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