Manufacturing and Distribution Consultant

QAD•Detroit, MI

32d•$90,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

Perform a range of activities required to enable the client to successfully implement and utilize QAD applications. Typically report to a project manager or senior consultant but do not require daily interaction/direction. Work independently or may lead other consultants on smaller projects.Usually executes activities decided by others without need of supervision Client Projects: Implement mainly QAD ERP Manufacturing related modules but also other QAD solutions related to ERP like Production Execution or Automated Solutions (data collection automation) Work in a global consulting team delivering professional services to global clients Provide services, remotely mainly, though limited traveling can be required especially during certain critical implementation project phases (ex: go-live support) Perform a range of activities required to enable the client to successfully implement and utilize QAD applications Determine detailed activities on a project by project basis. Tasks may include system configuration, training, business process design, testing, gathering requirements for extensions and others as required Frequent and regular communication with clients. Interact with clients and is adept at establishing solid working relationships at several levels. Thoughtfully and carefully researches and analyzes problems, articulates the issues, options, advantages and disadvantages and presents resolutions. Always responds to and answers client questions: if answer is not known, follows up to get information to client in a timely manner Support to end users during the whole lifecycle of implementation projects but mainly at the most critical phases of the project like CRP, UAT and Go-Live phase, could be on site. May provide direction to others in at least one application or subject area Internal: Operates under broad direction from clients or QAD Project Managers to determine the tasks, steps and timing necessary to accomplish the objective. Ultimate goal for consultants is to work independently and require little support. Proactively participates in meetings and discussions and offers advice and guidance. Identifies potential issues and risks and communicates to supervisor with suggested paths for resolution Ensure project documentation is stored in internal QAD project repositories Participates in one virtual team or workgroup and creates work aids and other knowledge capital. Submits time and expenses weekly as scheduled, and regular status reports Typically complete 2 weeks of training per year Other duties as reasonably required of this role or requested by management Working with a proven implementation methodology and tools

Requirements

Bachelor degree, in Supply Chain, Engineering, Industrial Manufacturing, Business Administration or related discipline
Application knowledge of the most common QAD ERP Manufacturing/Distribution modules, especially in the Core Manufacturing concept, Planning & Scheduling (MRP & MSW/PSW), Discrete & Repetitive Production (Production Orders) MES applications or data collection experience is welcome
More than 3 years experience in manufacturing implementations and business consulting with top tier (>$1B revenue) global customers.
Minimum 2 years of consulting or 5 years of other professional experience.
Possess strong business process practice, both the body of knowledge and hands-on experience, with proven track records in leading and managing large project implementations.
Well versed in developing and/or improving the business process and systems.
Highly strategic decision making: problem analysis, systematic thinking.
Good knowledge in ERP software solutions, business acumen, consulting skills, customer management, good organization and task facilitator
Good in presentation and communication skills to be able to interact, guide, and convince customers about the best possible solution to be implemented.
Proficient in spoken and written English
Written documentation is clear, concise, and written to a level appropriate to the audience.
Delivers presentations to smaller audiences.
Promptly notifies supervisors of potential issues or problems related to a project.
Good at time management for working on global projects with time zone differences.
Flexible to work as per customer timezone
Computer skills: Expert in MS Office and/or Google Suite
Operate under broad direction from clients or QAD supervisors to determine the tasks and steps necessary to accomplish the objective.
Work independently and require little support.
Proactively participate in meetings and discussions and offer advice and guidance.
Identify potential issues and risks and communicate to the supervisor with suggested paths for resolution.

Nice To Haves

Certification in APICS or QAD Products is added value
MES applications or data collection experience is welcome

Responsibilities

Implement mainly QAD ERP Manufacturing related modules but also other QAD solutions related to ERP like Production Execution or Automated Solutions (data collection automation)
Work in a global consulting team delivering professional services to global clients
Provide services, remotely mainly, though limited traveling can be required especially during certain critical implementation project phases (ex: go-live support)
Perform a range of activities required to enable the client to successfully implement and utilize QAD applications
Determine detailed activities on a project by project basis. Tasks may include system configuration, training, business process design, testing, gathering requirements for extensions and others as required
Frequent and regular communication with clients.
Thoughtfully and carefully researches and analyzes problems, articulates the issues, options, advantages and disadvantages and presents resolutions.
Always responds to and answers client questions: if answer is not known, follows up to get information to client in a timely manner
Support to end users during the whole lifecycle of implementation projects but mainly at the most critical phases of the project like CRP, UAT and Go-Live phase, could be on site.
May provide direction to others in at least one application or subject area
Operates under broad direction from clients or QAD Project Managers to determine the tasks, steps and timing necessary to accomplish the objective.
Proactively participates in meetings and discussions and offers advice and guidance.
Identifies potential issues and risks and communicates to supervisor with suggested paths for resolution
Ensure project documentation is stored in internal QAD project repositories
Participates in one virtual team or workgroup and creates work aids and other knowledge capital.
Submits time and expenses weekly as scheduled, and regular status reports
Typically complete 2 weeks of training per year
Other duties as reasonably required of this role or requested by management
Working with a proven implementation methodology and tools

Benefits

U.S. benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid-time off, parental leave, and well-being programs.

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