Kinaxis-SAP Integration Architect

We are seeking an experienced KinaxisSAP Integration Architect with a strong background in the pharmaceutical industry to design and manage integrations between Kinaxis Rapid Response and SAP ERP systems. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of supply chain processes in a regulated environment knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance requirements and experience in developing scalable integration solutions that enhance data accuracy and streamline operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Integration Strategy and Architecture: Design develop and implement integration solutions between Kinaxis Rapid Response and SAP ensuring alignment with pharmaceutical industry standards and compliance requirements.
• Solution Development and Customization: Customize Kinaxis Rapid Response and SAP modules to support pharmaceuticalspecific processes such as demand planning inventory management and production scheduling.
• Data Mapping and Transformation: Perform data mapping data transformation and workflow automation to support seamless data flow between systems ensuring data consistency and accuracy.
• System Configuration and Optimization: Configure Kinaxis and SAP to support pharmaspecific requirements optimizing for performance and ensuring minimal latency in data exchange.
• Compliance and Validation: Ensure that all integrations comply with pharmaceutical industry regulations including GxP and 21 CFR Part 11 by implementing audit trails data integrity checks and system validations.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Lead integration testing efforts including unit testing system integration testing and user acceptance testing to validate that data flows and integration points meet performance and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration with CrossFunctional Teams: Work closely with supply chain manufacturing IT and quality teams to gather requirements and ensure that integration solutions meet both operational and regulatory standards.
• Continuous Improvement and Documentation: Document all integration workflows configurations and procedures while proactively identifying opportunities to optimize processes and enhance system functionality.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems or a related field. Advanced certifications or relevant coursework in supply chain management or pharmaceutical sciences is preferred.
• Experience: 10 years of experience in SAP integration and Kinaxis Rapid Response with at least 3 years focusing on integrations within the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong expertise in SAP modules (e.g. MM PP SD WM) and Kinaxis Rapid Response including configuration and customization.
  • Proficiency in integration technologies such as SAP PI/PO SAP CPI APIs (REST/SOAP) EDI and middleware solutions.
  • Advanced skills in data transformation ETL processes and data exchange protocols.
  • Knowledge of data management data governance and compliance requirements specific to the pharmaceutical industry such as GxP 21 CFR Part 11 and batch traceability.
• Domain Knowledge:
  • Indepth understanding of pharmaceutical supply chain processes including demand planning inventory management production scheduling and quality control.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements impacting supply chain operations in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong communication skills to interact with crossfunctional teams and regulatory stakeholders effectively.
  • Excellent analytical and problemsolving abilities.
  • Proven project management skills with experience in leading integration projects in a regulated environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in Kinaxis Rapid Response or SAP.
• Experience with cloudbased solutions especially integrating cloud applications with onpremises SAP systems.
• Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies for rapid and iterative delivery.