Kinaxis Solution Architect

Role Description

LIDD is seeking an experienced Kinaxis Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of Kinaxis Maestro implementations for our supply chain consulting clients. The role is central to LIDD's growing VAR partnership with Kinaxis and our software implementation pipeline.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience implementing Kinaxis (RapidResponse / Maestro), with at least 2 full-lifecycle implementations as lead architect.
• Active Kinaxis certifications (Author Level 2 minimum; Solution Consultant strongly preferred).
• Deep knowledge of supply chain planning concepts: demand planning, supply planning, S&OP, MPS, MRP, inventory optimization.
• Strong understanding of integration patterns, data modeling, and ETL concepts.
• Experience working in a client-facing consulting or VAR environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to lead workshops and present to executive stakeholders.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, or comparable data integration platforms.
• Experience integrating Kinaxis with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, SAP, or Oracle ERPs.
• Background in CPG, industrial manufacturing, or distribution verticals.
• Experience with adjacent planning tools (StockIQ, o9, Blue Yonder, OMP).