Kinaxis Planning Solution Manager

Responsibilities: Lead integrated planning strategy development and implementation Manage S&OP cycles including demand and supply reviews Design demand and supply planning processes (forecasting, production planning, procurement, inventory) Enable S&OE plans across production, inventory, order fulfillment, and logistics Develop inventory optimization strategies to reduce excess and working capital Identify opportunities for process improvement; implement best practices and technologies Define KPIs and action plans to close performance gaps Develop governance and operating models across sales, marketing, production, and logistics Engage stakeholders and communicate planning performance to executives Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and disruptions Provide data-driven insights through reporting and analytics Lead medium-to-large teams and coach others Support client sales origination and thought leadership Ensure projects meet client goals and drive organizational impact Utilize digital tools to enhance organizational effectiveness Travel as required (0–100%)

Key requirements: Minimum 5 years of experience in Integrated Planning initiatives Minimum 2 years in Consumer Goods, Hi-Tech, Life Sciences, or Industrials Delivered at least 2 full-cycle integrated planning implementations Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years' work experience) If Associate’s Degree, at least 6 years of work experience Stakeholder engagement Leadership and team coaching Analytical thinking Integrated Planning S&OP Demand forecasting