Functional Architect
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt Ltd- Posted 6 hours ago
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Job Description
Job Summary
This hybrid role is for a functional architect with seven to ten years of experience who specializes in o9 supply chain master planning o9 supply chain analytics o9 MEIO and Python within make to stock and configure to order models in the high tech domain delivering resilient and data driven planning solutions for a global multinational company.
Responsibilities
Design end to end supply chain planning solutions in o9 platforms that optimize inventory service levels and capacity for make to stock and configure to order operations in the high tech domain
Translate complex business needs from supply chain planners and domain experts into detailed o9 functional designs that can be implemented by technical teams without ambiguity
Configure o9 supply chain master planning modules to support demand planning supply planning and scenario planning that align with enterprise planning cycles and decision forums
Develop functional designs and validation rules for o9 supply chain analytics that provide clear performance dashboards alerts and insights to planners and executives
Apply o9 MEIO capabilities to define multi echelon inventory strategies that balance working capital service risk and supply uncertainty across global networks
Use Python to prototype analytical models perform data validation and create reference calculators that support complex planning logic and what if analysis within o9 solutions
Collaborate with data engineering teams to define data requirements mapping rules and quality checks that ensure the integrity of demand supply and inventory data used by o9 applications
Partner with business stakeholders to design planning calendars control towers and exception workflows that improve planner productivity and decision accuracy in day to day operations
Conduct functional testing user acceptance testing and regression testing for o9 use cases to ensure that new releases and enhancements maintain stability and expected business outcomes
Document solution designs process flows and user guides in clear and structured formats that help planners adopt new capabilities and reduce dependency on support teams
Provide hypercare and ongoing functional support for o9 platforms by monitoring issues prioritizing fixes and fine tuning configurations to improve solution performance over time
Coordinate with cross functional teams from procurement manufacturing logistics and finance to ensure that o9 planning outputs are actionable and align with enterprise objectives
Advise stakeholders on best practices in digital supply chain planning scenario modeling and analytics adoption so that technology investments deliver measurable value and societal impact through resilient product availability
Qualifications
Possess seven to ten years of experience in supply chain planning solutions with a primary focus on functional architecture and design in enterprise scale environments
Demonstrate strong hands on expertise in o9 supply chain master planning including configuration scenario design and integration with upstream and downstream systems
Bring practical experience in o9 supply chain analytics with the ability to define key metrics design dashboards and guide users on interpreting insights for daily decisions
Show proven knowledge of o9 MEIO concepts such as safety stock modeling service level targeting and multi echelon policies that support high tech product portfolios
Hold solid proficiency in Python for data analysis prototyping algorithms and supporting complex planning logic that complements o9 platform capabilities
Exhibit deep domain understanding of make to stock and configure to order models in the high tech industry including product lifecycles lead times and configuration complexity
Display strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills to work effectively with planners engineers and managers in hybrid work arrangements across global teams
Work comfortably in a hybrid work model that balances remote collaboration with onsite workshops while supporting day shift schedules and minimal travel requirements
More Info
Key Skills
o9 Solutions
o9 Supply Chain Master Planning
o9 Supply Chain Analytics
o9 MEIO
Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization
Safety Stock Modeling
Service Level Optimization
Make-to-Stock (MTS)
Configure-to-Order (CTO)
High-Tech Supply Chain
Analytical Modeling
What-If Analysis
Planning Configuration
Planning Calendars
Control Tower
Supply Chain Analytics Dashboards
KPI Design
Data Quality Management
User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Hypercare Support
Finance Collaboration
Lead Time Optimization
Working Capital Optimization
Supply Chain Resilience
Global Supply Chain Planning
Cross-Functional Collaboration
About Company
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.





