IT System Architect -Kinaxis RapidResponse (Demand & Supply)

As a subject matter expertise lead within Eaton's Information Technology function, this position will collaborate with business stakeholders, agile teams to consider solutions, validate technology assumptions, evaluate alternatives, and converge on a solution

The System Architect leads technical discussions within an IT team, aligns with Enterprise Architects on corporate technology strategy and direction and creates architecture diagrams that show the building blocks of a system.

The System Architect works directly with business stakeholders, product owner, analysts, engineers and other product team members to support the product roadmap, guide the product development lifecycle, define use stories, and provide voice of the customer within Kinaxis/RapidResponse processes.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours."

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Eight to Ten(8-10) years of experience in IT SCM_Materials Management(techno functional) lead delivering projects in supply chain management, with focus in supply planning and demand management functions of a business.
• Led/managed two to three full lifecycle Kinaxis supply chain planning implementations in large and complex environments.
• At least five to eight (5-8 years) of experience as a developer/author, system/solution architect, engineer or a functional lead on moderate to highly complex projects implementing supply chain planning and execution projects and programs preferably in Demand Planning and Supply Planning functions using Kinaxis/RapidResponse platform."

Skills:

- Demonstrable understanding of Kinaxis software solution that fulfils business needs and meets architectural standards
- Preferred Kinaxis Certifications ( Authoring Level II, Integration Level I, Analytics level II, Admin Level II)
- Practical knowledge of and experience working within agile scrum and/or Kanban delivery teams.
- Deep understanding of the Kinaxis Data model and Inbound/Outbound data integration options and best practices.
- General understanding of DevSecOps principles
- Familiarity with modern technology architecture principles including APIs, microservices, and cloud services.
- Strong understanding of Materials Management (Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Inventory Optimization) and Digitally Connected Supply Chains
- Deep understanding of the supply chain processes and applications within Industry.
- Advanced to Expert understanding of integration and impact points (boundary systems) of involved systems globally;
- Advanced understanding of one of the ERP's(SAP ECC, S4, Oracle R12)"
"- Executive-level communication skills
- Familiarity with design thinking methodologies
- Ability to create and manage product roadmaps
- Clear understanding of lean principles with respect to product and portfolio management
- Data orientation and ability to make Data-based decisions
- Passion for great customer experiences
- Comfortable working directly with both business leaders and Eaton external customers
- Proven ability to drive change across organizational boundaries
- Experience working with diverse, global cultures, organizations and teams
- Experience directly managing and developing professional team members.