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Business Solutions Architect -Supply Chain

IFS · Itasca, IL · 2 mo ago
On-siteSales$130k–$160k/yrFull-time

Solution Strategy & Architecture

Lead the development of solution strategies aligned with field service business models.
Translate customer business challenges into tailored IFS Cloud solutions.
Guide C-level stakeholders through digital transformation initiatives.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of solution architecture with industry best practices.

Pre-Sales Engagement

Conduct discovery workshops to understand “As-is” and define “To-be” states.
Prepare and deliver compelling Proof of Value demonstrations.
Respond to RFPs/RFIs with detailed functional and technical insights.
Create custom demos and business models that reflect field service KPIs and workflows.

Industry Expertise & Enablement

Maintain deep knowledge of field service industries including common pain points, metrics, and regulatory requirements.
Develop industry-specific toolkits (e.g., presentations, demo scripts, white papers)
Provide feedback to product management based on customer needs and industry trends.

Collaboration & Leadership

Work cross-functionally with Sales, Product Management, and Consulting teams.
Mentor junior consultants and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Represent the company at trade shows, webinars, and customer events.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in pre-sales consulting or solution architecture.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise software (EAM, FSM, ERP) and business process mapping.
  • Excellent presentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to travel throughout North America up to 50%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with IFS Cloud or similar platforms.
  • Familiarity with sales methodologies such as Solution Selling or Value Engineering.
  • Degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline.

Additional Information

We are a growing, global enterprise software company where informal hierarchies promote simplicity and trust with responsibility.
We strive to deepen our expertise by taking on challenging and varying work assignments in a collaborative environment together with committed colleagues.

What We’re Offering

Salary Range: $130,000 to $160,000 annually + bonus
Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday
Medical, dental, & vision insurance
401K with Company contribution
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and disability benefits
Tuition assistance
Community involvement and volunteering events

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