Optis Consulting is
actively seeking a Consultant to join their Vancouver,
Toronto, Calgary, New York, London, Montreal, or Salt Lake City team. The Consultant will lead a small team of consultants
in assessing and selecting the best Source -to -Pay solution for our
customers. The Consultant will lead the
development of solutions by interviewing key stakeholders, gathering, and
organizing information, analyzing data, mapping processes, configuring
software, coordinating activities, and preparing reports that summarize
findings.
We need our Consultants
to be confident, versatile and passionate, with an ability to tackle new
problems as we continue to help our customers to improve. They must be logical
thinkers, and have a strong ability to collaborate as part of a team and manage
ambiguous or uncertain situations. They
must have exceptional communication skills, be adaptable, proactive, and
willing to take ownership.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead
small teams on the delivery of client project work for Optis customers
(developing the client action plan, coordinating the completion of the action
plan, developing the formal proposal, participating in the presentation of the
proposal, and influencing key decision -makers).
• Conduct
follow -up meetings with Optis customers to gauge the success of recommended
changes.
• Identify
and develop new business opportunities, by doing lead generation activities, or
working with partners for referrals.
• Continue
to develop your professional skills, mentor others and seek mentorship.
REQUIREMENTS
• 2+
years of relevant experience in a consulting/professional services environment,
or the procurement department of a company.
• 1+
years of experience working with market -leading Source to Pay solutions, such
as SAP Ariba, Ivalua, Coupa and GEP.
• Experience
leading small projects.
• University
degree or diploma in Supply Chain Operations, Information Technology
Management, Business Operations Management, or International Business
Management.
• Intermediate
to Advanced level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency
in French and/or Spanish is an asset.
SKILLS
& ABILITIES
• Team
player with strong problem -solving skills and a 'can do' attitude.
• Must
be detail -oriented and have the ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Strong
written and oral skills are required, including an ability to clearly explain
complex concepts.
• Experienced
with delivery and public speaking.
• High
energy with the capability to multi -task in a dynamic, rapidly growing
organization.
• Able
to work with various teams and support multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability
to work collaboratively with employees within departments and across functions.
• Aptitude
for understanding how Optis solutions solve business problems.
• Ability
to convey information clearly and provide analysis as needed to help customers
make proper business decisions.
SPECIAL
DEMANDS
• Ability
to travel within Canada and the United States