Sr. Consultant

Cognizant
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • 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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