Planning Solution Design Manager

Pfizer • Collegeville, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Pfizer, technology impacts everything we do. Our digital and 'data first' strategy focuses on implementing impactful and innovative technology solutions across all functions, from research to manufacturing. By digitizing drug discovery and development, identifying solutions, or making our work easier and faster, you will be making a difference to countless lives. Your dedication and hard work will be instrumental in helping Pfizer achieve new milestones and make a positive impact on patients worldwide. The Kinaxis Supply Planning Solution Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing Kinaxis-based supply planning solutions. This role requires deep expertise in supply network and production planning, hands-on experience with Kinaxis Maestro, and the ability to lead technical teams and manage projects from conception through delivery. The ideal candidate will drive process excellence, system integration, and continuous improvement across the supply planning function, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver business value. What You Will Achieve In this role, you will: Lead the architecture, configuration, and optimization of Kinaxis Supply Planning solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and supply chain best practices. Design and standardize end-to-end supply network and production planning processes, leveraging Kinaxis capabilities for demand-supply balancing, capacity planning, and scenario modeling. Develop and implement a roadmap for simplifying existing architecture, application design, integration, reinforcing operational execution of supply chain systems Manage and mentor technical teams, providing guidance, training, and leadership to ensure high-quality solution delivery and operational excellence. Oversee project management activities, including planning, execution, stakeholder engagement, and delivery of multiple concurrent initiatives. Collaborate with supply chain, Digital, and business teams to identify process gaps, develop solutions, and drive adoption of integrated planning tools. Ensure data integrity, perform advanced analytics, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders using Kinaxis and related platforms. Lead change management and training efforts to upskill teams and foster a community of super users. Stay current with industry trends, Kinaxis product updates, and emerging supply chain technologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Applicant must have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with at least 4 years of experience with Kinaxis Supply Planning application architecture; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience.
• Proven expertise in end-to-end supply network and production planning.
• Demonstrated project management experience, preferably with formal certification (e.g., PMP).
• Strong technical team leadership skills, with experience mentoring and developing talent.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with data integration (ETL, APIs, ERP systems such as SAP or JDE) is a plus.
• Kinaxis certifications (Author, Contributor, Admin, Solution Architect) preferred.
• Familiarity with Agile Development practices and methodologies.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant pharmaceutical industry experience
• Relevant experience with ERP and other planning applications
• Management consulting experience
• Experience with Agile Software Delivery and/or Scrum Master Certification
• Ability to mentor and guide other colleagues
• Strong collaboration and team facilitation skills
• Ability to analyze support trends and lead process improvements
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
• Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, includingrisk management and ethical use

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, configuration, and optimization of Kinaxis Supply Planning solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and supply chain best practices.
• Design and standardize end-to-end supply network and production planning processes, leveraging Kinaxis capabilities for demand-supply balancing, capacity planning, and scenario modeling.
• Develop and implement a roadmap for simplifying existing architecture, application design, integration, reinforcing operational execution of supply chain systems
• Manage and mentor technical teams, providing guidance, training, and leadership to ensure high-quality solution delivery and operational excellence.
• Oversee project management activities, including planning, execution, stakeholder engagement, and delivery of multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Collaborate with supply chain, Digital, and business teams to identify process gaps, develop solutions, and drive adoption of integrated planning tools.
• Ensure data integrity, perform advanced analytics, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders using Kinaxis and related platforms.
• Lead change management and training efforts to upskill teams and foster a community of super users.
• Stay current with industry trends, Kinaxis product updates, and emerging supply chain technologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12,5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program
• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
• paid vacation, holiday and personal days
• paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level