IFS Projects Consultant

About the role

We are currently searching for motivated and dedicated individuals who are ready to take that next step of their career.

Responsibilities

• Introduce our ERP standard software IFS Cloud together with our customers from internationally oriented medium to large-sized companies.
• Specific domain knowledge in the Projects module.
• Understand customer business needs and guide them in the most effective usage of the core IFS solution and related products.
• Identify and bridge the gap between the customer’s business requirements and IFS Products.
• Conduct customer training sessions and workshops.
• Lead and own the solution definition and scope for the IFS Solution.
• Guide and assist the customer with testing and Go Live cut-over strategies.
• Understand the customer’s business, industry and local practices and policies.
• Act as a trusted advisor in articulating and critically evaluating customer-specific business solutions.
• Understand the importance of and provide a high degree of customer service.
• Develop business-related knowledge to be able to understand customer requirements and provide solutions.
• Keep up to date with regulatory and compliance requirements in the key focus industries.
• Manage, coach, and mentor IFS colleagues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of existing IFS products, processes, and methodology.
• Confident in designing solutions, challenge and advise customers, and deliver on expectations thus ensuring success for both parties.
• Enthusiased by the contrast of understanding the business objectives and end-to-end processes, as well as digging down in details to achieve the best possible solution for both the customer and IFS.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master’s degree (e.g., in Business, IT or other relevant subjects) or equivalent job experience or other professional qualifications.
• US or Canadian Citizenship or permanent resident.
• Fluent in English.
• Strong communication abilities with good customer-facing skills, able to interact effectively at all levels within customer organizations. Communicates clearly and concisely.
• Experience in working with IFS Cloud in a similar role as a consultant, or as an end customer.
• Industry experience in one or more of the following industries: Manufacturing, Construction and Engineering, Service or Aerospace, and Defense Manufacturing.
• A profound interest in how systems can support business processes with in-depth knowledge of the business processes used by manufacturing companies.
• Commercial focus, business acumen, and a “can-do” attitude.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and strategic thinking.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, communicate ideas effectively.
• Utilize flexibility and creativity to present a variety of solutions.
• Self-motivated and willing to go outside of comfort zone to provide the best possible solution for the client.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Good time management, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Bias towards being proactive rather than reactive.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be willing to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree (e.g., in Business, IT or other relevant subjects) or equivalent job experience or other professional qualifications.
• US or Canadian Citizenship or permanent resident.
• Fully fluent in English.
• Strong communication abilities with good customer-facing skills, able to interact effectively at all levels within customer organizations. Communicates clearly and concisely.
• Experience in working with IFS Cloud in a similar role as a consultant, or as an end customer.
• Industry experience in one or more of the following industries: Manufacturing, Construction and Engineering, Service or Aerospace, and Defense Manufacturing.
• A profound interest in how systems can support business processes with in-depth knowledge of the business processes used by manufacturing companies.
• Commercial focus, business acumen, and a “can-do” attitude.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and strategic thinking.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, communicate ideas effectively.
• Utilize flexibility and creativity to present a variety of solutions.
• Self-motivated and willing to go outside of comfort zone to provide the best possible solution for the client.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Good time management, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Bias towards being proactive rather than reactive.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be willing to travel up to 50%.

Skills

• Fluent in English.
• Strong communication abilities with good customer-facing skills, able to interact effectively at all levels within customer organizations. Communicates clearly and concisely.
• Experience in working with IFS Cloud in a similar role as a consultant, or as an end customer.
• Industry experience in one or more of the following industries: Manufacturing, Construction and Engineering, Service or Aerospace, and Defense Manufacturing.
• A profound interest in how systems can support business processes with in-depth knowledge of the business processes used by manufacturing companies.
• Commercial focus, business acumen, and a “can-do” attitude.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and strategic thinking.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, communicate ideas effectively.
• Utilize flexibility and creativity to present a variety of solutions.
• Self-motivated and willing to go outside of comfort zone to provide the best possible solution for the client.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Good time management, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Bias towards being proactive rather than reactive.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be willing to travel up to 50%.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid company holidays.
• Healthcare insurance, life and disability coverage.
• Tax-saving plans.
• Retailer plan.
• Mobile phone allowance.
• A laptop.
• Additional optional benefits!

Pay

The anticipated base salary falls within a range of $60,000–$150,000 USD annually, depending on location, experience, and qualifications. Compensation may vary for employees outside of the United States based on local market conditions, currency exchange rates, and regional compensation structures. For highly experienced candidates, total compensation may be adjusted commensurate with skills and experience.

Schedule

Hybrid working – where each team has autonomy to determine their in-person and remote working schedule.

Department

Consulting

Locations

• Chicago

Remote status

Hybrid