Solution Architect - Benelux

At IFS you will work in a growing, global enterprise software company built upon committed and empowered colleagues who come to work knowing they are making a difference. We work every day within our single platform and embedded digital innovation to help our customers be their best when it really matters to their customers – at the Moment of Service™. We take pride in ensuring that our employees are able to achieve the company goals as well as develop their career. We believe empowered autonomy, committed colleagues and being part of a winning team are the keys to our success and what makes us great!

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, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

The Solution Architect (Consulting) is responsible for leading the overall business value and delivering an IFS solution fit for the customer. Key to this is gaining buy-in from both the Customer and the IFS teams. The Solution Architect enjoys the challenge of creating and communicating well thought through practical solutions that form the basis for successful implementations/transformations and ultimately lead to highly referenceable customers.

Essential Duties and Accountabilities:

Apply knowledge and experience in complex, multi-phase projects

Take the lead in delivering the IFS solution, maintain clear communication on all aspects of the solution with the customer project and management team.

 Work closely with the IFS Project Manager to ensure the risks from complex  requirements are minimized.

Coordinate and delegate work within the delivery team

Work with partners and system integrators in ensuring the IFS experience is consistent regardless of the delivery mechanism.

Advise on the successful application of IFS Accelerators.

Maintain the focus on ensuring we deliver value to the customer.

Be involved in the successful delivery of additional consulting services; Select, Success, Safeguarding.

Be familiar with the available IFS Accelerators, and how they can be applied to a customer project

Articulate product direction and the potential value it could bring to our customers

Experienced in complex implementations

An expert in at least one of the core IFS industries

Advanced communication and presentation skills

Experienced in leading a team and delivering solutions

The Solution Architect plays a key role in delivering value to our customers.  Great communication skills and a proactive approach to working with the customer and colleagues from IFS and partners are essential