Planning Solution Architect - Kinaxis

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Kinaxis solution expert, owning system configuration, data flows, planning logic, and integrations with SAP.
• Drive digital planning enablement by identifying opportunities to automate and simplify planning processes within the Kinaxis ecosystem.
• Lead the delivery of high-value change requests and IT enhancements while ensuring system stability and reliability.
• Optimize reporting, analytics, and dashboards to improve usability and drive adoption across the planning community.
• Collaborate with global process owners and IT teams to ensure robust integration, data quality, and successful project implementations.
• Troubleshoot system and user issues to maintain planner confidence and support standardized global processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5–10 years of hands-on experience with supply chain planning systems.
• Deep expertise in Kinaxis, including configuration, authoring, and analytics.
• Working knowledge of SAP and its integration with planning tools.
• Solid understanding of end-to-end demand and supply planning processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a matrixed, global environment and flexibility to work across different time zones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in supply chain planning execution or planning excellence roles.
• Exposure to supply planning, inventory optimization, statistical methods, or forecasting models.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and annual performance-related increases.
• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and skill development.
• Flexible working hours and possibilities for remote/mobile working.
• Access to industry-leading training and development programs.
• Paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents.
• A diverse and inclusive work culture focused on the energy transition.

About the Company

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies employing over 100,000 people across more than 70 countries. We use advanced technologies and an innovative approach to help the world build a sustainable energy future, aiming to become a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050.