IFS develops and delivers enterprise software for customers around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, build and maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. 

The industry expertise of our people and solutions, together with a commitment to delivering value to every one of our customers, has made IFS a recognized leader and the most recommended supplier in our sector.

Our team of 4,000 employees and our growing ecosystem of partners support more than 10,000 customers around the world in challenging the status quo and realizing their competitive advantage. Learn more about how our enterprise software solutions can help your business today at ifs.com.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

1. This job opportunity is for a Senior Functional Consultant that has extensive experience in implementing ERP Project software.  It is not a Project Manager role.  
2.    Although this Job Posting is published in Sydney, IFS is open to applicants in other areas of Australia including Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

IFS’s Global Consulting Delivery (GCD) Organization is on the lookout for a dynamic and ambitious individual to join our team as a Senior Projects Application Consultant. You will be at the forefront of IFS product implementations working directly with IFS customers and partners on cutting edge industry solutions in industries such as Aerospace & Defense; Energy, Utilities & Resources; Engineering, Construction & Infrastructure; and Manufacturing and Services. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to work with geographically distributed teams around the globe which will provide you with international exposure through project implementation and commercial execution.

To be successful in the role, you will have a background of successful project module implementations and enjoy being the key functional expert in the Projects domain. You will be responsible for combining industry experience with IFS best practices to guide the customer through the implementation of core IFS business solutions.

Responsibilities include: 
•  Guiding our customers to improve their business through a deep understanding of the core IFS solution and industry accelerators. 
•  Understanding the customer’s business, industry and local project management and administration practices and policies.
•  Acting as a trusted advisor in articulating and critically evaluating customer-specific business solutions.
•  Seeking opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen customer relationships.  
•  Understanding customer business needs and guiding them in the most effective usage of IFS Products.
•  Leading and owning the solution definition and scope for the Projects portion of the IFS Solution. 
•  Identifying and bridging the gap between the customer’s business requirements and IFS Products.
•  Conducting customer training sessions and workshops.
•  Guiding and assisting the customer with testing and Go Live cut-over strategies. 
•  Keeping up to date with regulatory and compliance requirements of the Projects domain in the key focus industries.
•  Managing, coaching and mentoring IFS colleagues. 
•  Contributing to the continuous improvement of existing IFS products, processes and methodology.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

• An academic background with a Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Information Technology or equivalent. 
• Experience delivering ERP/IT Project-driven Solutions in a similar role.
• Proven ability to lead and influence teams, colleagues, customers and partners.
• Ability to articulate and critically evaluate customer-specific business needs and solutions in a customer facing role. 
• Expertise in business process mapping and deployment.
• Strong problem-solving ability, analytical skills and strategic thinking.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills at the executive level. 
• Ability to work independently and within a team setting. 
• Fluent in English and local language, both oral and written. 
• Proof of ability to work in Australia.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge and record of IFS products implementation.
• Industry-specific knowledge from target industries including:
   • Aerospace & Defense; 
   • Energy, Utilities & Resources; 
   • Engineering, Construction & Infrastructure; and 
   • Manufacturing and Services.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork, Commercial Awareness, Communication, Influencing Others, Customer Orientation, Thoroughness, Self-Confidence, Flexibility. 
• Solid understanding of local business policies and practices.  
• Positive and proactive mindset.