WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Education: Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree is a plus.
• Experience: 7 to 10 years of experience in SaaS product management, with a focus on supply chain solutions in manufacturing. Proven track record in supply chain as a digital innovation leader or business consultant with technical and customer facing experience an asset.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of manufacturing strategies and its relevance to production planning
• Strong understanding of supply chain management and related business processes
• Strong sense of how technology enables business.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and product management tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data to drive decisions.
• Attributes
• Innovative mindset with a passion for technology and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with a focus on building strong relationships with partners and internal stakeholders.
• Customer-centric approach, with a deep understanding of user needs and market dynamics.
• Creative thinker with a vision.
• Strong attention to details.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
  Why join Kinaxis?:
  Work With Impact: Our platform directly helps companies power the world’s supply chains. We see the results of what we do out in the world every day—when we see store shelves stocked, when medications are available for our loved ones, and so much more.
  Work with Fortune 500 Brands: Companies across industries trust us to help them take control of their integrated business planning and digital supply chain. Some of our customers include Ford, Unilever, Yamaha, P&G, Lockheed-Martin, and more.
  Social Responsibility at Kinaxis: Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee weighs in on hiring practices, talent assessment training materials, and mandatory training on unconscious bias and inclusion fundamentals. Sustainability is key to what we do and we’re committed to net-zero operations strategy for the long term. We are involved in our communities and support causes where we can make the most impact.

People matter at Kinaxis and these are some of the perks and benefits we created for our team:

• Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days (company-wide day off on the last Friday of every month)
• Flexible work options
• Physical and mental well-being programs
• Regularly scheduled virtual fitness classes
• Mentorship programs and training and career development
• Recognition programs and referral rewards
• Hackathons

For more information, visit the Kinaxis web site at www.kinaxis.com or the company’s blog at http://blog.kinaxis.com.
Kinaxis welcomes candidates to apply to our inclusive community. We provide accommodations upon request to ensure fairness and accessibility throughout our recruitment process for all candidates, including those with specific needs or disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please reach out to us at recruitmentprograms@kinaxis.com. Please note that this contact information is strictly for accessibility requests and cannot be used to inquire about application statuses.
Kinaxis is committed to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process. We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the initial step of the recruitment process to compare submitted resumes against the job description, to identify candidates whose education, experience and skills most closely match the requirements of the role. After the initial screening, all subsequent decisions regarding your application, including final selection, are made by our human recruitment team. AI does not make any final hiring decisions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As a Senior Product Manager, Production Planning, you will be responsible for our production planning solutions that can help our customers maximize the value of their Maestro implementation. Your role will involve defining product vision, managing the product roadmap, and ensuring seamless integration and functionality of these applications within our broader solutions ecosystem. You will provide the deep product & industry expertise needed to lead the organization and make strategic and tactical product & go-to-market investment decisions. You will work closely with internal teams, partners, and customers to drive innovation, craft & evangelize our product strategy, and deliver high-quality solutions that deliver exceptional customer value.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Product Strategy & Vision: Develop and articulate a clear product vision and strategy for production planning business applications in the supply chain sector. Align product goals with company objectives and market needs.
• Roadmap Management: Create and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap, balancing requirements, customer feedback, and market trends. Prioritize features and enhancements to deliver maximum value.
• Market Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to understand supply chain challenges, trends, and competitive landscape. Use insights to drive product innovation and differentiation.
• Customer Focus: Gather and analyze feedback from customers and end-users to identify pain points, feature requests, and areas for improvement. Ensure that our production planning applications effectively address these needs.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Work closely with engineering, design, sales, and marketing teams to ensure successful product development, launch, and adoption. Facilitate communication and collaboration across teams to achieve product goals.
• Performance Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of partner-developed applications. Use data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Product Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive product documentation, including user guides, release notes, and training materials. Ensure that all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Problem Solving: Address and resolve any issues or obstacles that arise during the product lifecycle. Implement effective solutions to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.