MES Apriso Architect
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About Us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
About Cognizant’s IoT Practice:
Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things—but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.
The Solution Architect will provide technical leadership for the definition, design, and implementation of Apriso based MES solution. In this role you will set the expectations, provide insight into the solutions to be provided, create prototypes and functional and technical specifications. In addition, you will provide the architectural design that will be the foundation for the implementation.
Responsibilities:
Architect solutions using the best business practices utilizing the Apriso Software suite of products
Create conceptual designs, process definitions/functional business blueprints based on identified requirements.
Develop and implement processes to evaluate, capture, and apply best practices and lessons learned
Perform handover of the Blueprints to the Project/Delivery Managers and/or Implementation Leads
Create appropriate technical designs based on functional specifications.
Promotes the development and use of repeatable solutions with focus on reusable templates and time to value.
Provide guidance and knowledge transfer to partners and customers.
Provide assistance to Project Managers for Pre-Sales RFP and questions from Field Pre Sales Consultants.
Assist in providing technical and functional help for packaging solutions for vertical industries.
Lead internal process improvement of Apriso business practices and procedures.
Primary Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in related field (Required)
Master’s Degree in related field (Preferred)
Experience in implementing MES software for key modules such as Production, Quality and Warehouse - architecting and implementing - including automation, production monitoring and execution, quality planning and execution, detailed scheduling and sequencing and interfaces to ERP
Understanding of Apriso data model and Apriso process builder framework
Knowledge of material management as it pertains to the shop floor. Understanding of different replenishment strategies (Push/Pull, Kanban)
Working knowledge of Project Management and presentation software business tools
Excellent problem-solving skills
Minimum of 8 years in a Supply Chain/ LES/ MES/ ERP/Automation functional / technical role (either business or I.T.) providing familiarity with business processes and practices
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the Information Technology Industry
Programming background with C#, SQL/PL SQL, Java and web based technologies
Secondary skills
SAP or Oracle applications experience is a plus
Experience using Biztalk Server, SAP Business Connector is a plus.
Business Process Certifications, such as APICS, CPIM is a plus
Strategic Program Certifications, such as Six Sigma Black Belt is a plus
Understanding of RF and RFID technologies and devices is a plus
Work Authorization
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Compensation: - $150 K+/-- and this position are also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Application will be accepted till 09/10/2024
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
MES Apriso Architect
To see similar active jobs please follow this link: Remote Development jobs
About Us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
About Cognizant’s IoT Practice:
Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things—but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.
The Solution Architect will provide technical leadership for the definition, design, and implementation of Apriso based MES solution. In this role you will set the expectations, provide insight into the solutions to be provided, create prototypes and functional and technical specifications. In addition, you will provide the architectural design that will be the foundation for the implementation.
Responsibilities:
Architect solutions using the best business practices utilizing the Apriso Software suite of products
Create conceptual designs, process definitions/functional business blueprints based on identified requirements.
Develop and implement processes to evaluate, capture, and apply best practices and lessons learned
Perform handover of the Blueprints to the Project/Delivery Managers and/or Implementation Leads
Create appropriate technical designs based on functional specifications.
Promotes the development and use of repeatable solutions with focus on reusable templates and time to value.
Provide guidance and knowledge transfer to partners and customers.
Provide assistance to Project Managers for Pre-Sales RFP and questions from Field Pre Sales Consultants.
Assist in providing technical and functional help for packaging solutions for vertical industries.
Lead internal process improvement of Apriso business practices and procedures.
Primary Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in related field (Required)
Master’s Degree in related field (Preferred)
Experience in implementing MES software for key modules such as Production, Quality and Warehouse - architecting and implementing - including automation, production monitoring and execution, quality planning and execution, detailed scheduling and sequencing and interfaces to ERP
Understanding of Apriso data model and Apriso process builder framework
Knowledge of material management as it pertains to the shop floor. Understanding of different replenishment strategies (Push/Pull, Kanban)
Working knowledge of Project Management and presentation software business tools
Excellent problem-solving skills
Minimum of 8 years in a Supply Chain/ LES/ MES/ ERP/Automation functional / technical role (either business or I.T.) providing familiarity with business processes and practices
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the Information Technology Industry
Programming background with C#, SQL/PL SQL, Java and web based technologies
Secondary skills
SAP or Oracle applications experience is a plus
Experience using Biztalk Server, SAP Business Connector is a plus.
Business Process Certifications, such as APICS, CPIM is a plus
Strategic Program Certifications, such as Six Sigma Black Belt is a plus
Understanding of RF and RFID technologies and devices is a plus
Work Authorization
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Compensation: - $150 K+/-- and this position are also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Application will be accepted till 09/10/2024
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.