Overview
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Keyloop bridges the gap between dealers, manufacturers, technology suppliers and car buyers. We empower car dealers and manufacturers to fully embrace digital transformation by creating innovative technology that makes selling cars better for customers, and buying and owning cars better for theirs. We link clients’ systems, departments and sites with an open technology platform that’s shaping the industry for the future. We use data to help clients become more efficient, increase profitability and provide a great customer experience.
Purpose of the role
To act as a source of expertise internally and for Keyloop Customers in the respective region. Develop, evolve, and retain knowledge to address delivery requirements for products such as DMS, Manufacturer Systems (MS), Country Specifics (CS), Layered Applications, Keyloop acquired products and partner applications. The Consultant will ensure that external (Keyloop customer) and internal project activities are deployed to quality and within the time-management expectations set forth by the signed order and within legal frameworks.
The role will engage with customers remotely and onsite (alongside other Keyloop teams and functions) to ensure accurate discovery, documentation, configuration, training and post go-live support in line with Keyloop deployment methodology Surestart. It will also attend product reviews to ensure ongoing skills development through maintenance and formalization of knowledge management (collateral/artefacts/testing docs) to meet current and expected business needs and outcomes.
Role Responsibilities
* Standardization, efficiency, and adaptability to evolving product
* Embed and maintain a continuously evolving standard blueprint for the delivery of the products
* Embed product specifics and processes to ensure continuous readiness of the product knowledge to deliver optimally on projects
* Attend product reviews to ensure product alignment to the blueprint and required skills to deploy the product
* Provide feedback to product on field data/findings/situations
Results Accountability
* Embed high standards of performance in delivering results
* Identify product delivery problem areas and work to resolve them
* Effectively balance priorities to achieve collective business results
* Support Lead Consultant to make informed decisions based on facts and 360 perspectives
Communication
* Clear communication and knowledge sharing with internal and external parties
* Demonstrate flexible communication style for all internal and external parties
* Collaborate as an effective team player within and across departments
* Conduct/attend cross-link sessions with other teams
* Leverage formal and informal networks to accomplish objectives
* Leverage external factors to drive growth
Client Focus
* Actively seek and apply information about client needs to internal stakeholders
* Suggest processes and procedures improvements to enhance customer experience
* Assist peers and Project Manager / Project Lead in escalations/technical discussions
Outside-in Perspective
* Stay informed on external factors and trends
* Welcome the insights and networks of new associates joining Keyloop
* Adjust work style to adapt to different cultures and expectations
* Bias for growth
* Willing to take an unpopular stand to challenge the status quo
* Use logic and data to improve performance
* Embraces changes and acts as a catalyst for change
Key Performance Indicators
* Successful delivery of projects - on budget and time with quality
* Completing 95% of assignments within the set time frame
* Rework to be less than 4%
* Commercial and operational effectiveness - Billable and Productive utilization 80%
* Demonstrable internal and customer satisfaction, monitored via regular CSI / feedback
* Frequent and formalized business engagement and recommendations to drive greater adoption of Professional Services
* Provide ideas that reduce time to install / drive efficiencies for Professional Services
* Lead and drive operational excellence (through SureStart and interaction with peers and team members)
* Product knowledge through Certifications
* Time sheets updated weekly
Skills / Knowledge & Experience
* Must have experience and proven track record in Finance, CRM, Technical or ERP deployments in Consultancy and/or SME roles
* Relevant business background and have a proven track record in acting as a key point of contact / SME in product delivery
* Must have the proven ability to define and maintain standard end-to-end business processes for optimal delivery of software and in working with other teams to support the customers
* Must be process-driven with a track record of successfully handling considerable change and the ability to work under pressure
* Commercially astute, good business acumen, with strong analytical skills
* Knowledge of the Automotive industry (desirable, not essential)
* Ability to advise, persuade and influence people in a professional and effective manner
* Must demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills
* Open for challenges and striving for continuous improvement, motivated and engaged in the role
* A team player who is influential and builds good working relationships across teams
* Flexibility, integrity and problem-solving skills are prerequisites to be successful in this role
Why join us?
We’re on a journey to become market leaders in our space – and with that comes incredible opportunities. Collaborate and learn from industry experts from all over the globe. Work with game-changing products and services. Get the training and support you need to try new things, adapt to quick changes and explore different paths. Join Keyloop and progress your career, your way.
An inclusive environment to thrive
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. One that respects all dimensions of diversity. We promote an inclusive culture within our business, and we celebrate different employees and lifestyles – not just on key days, but every day.
Be rewarded for your efforts
We believe people should be paid based on their performance so our pay and benefits reflect this and are designed to attract the very best talent. We encourage everyone in our organisation to explore opportunities which enable them to grow their career through investment in their development but equally by working in a culture which fosters support and unbridled collaboration.
Keyloop doesn’t require academic qualifications for this position. We select based on experience and potential, not credentials.
We are also an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We value diversity and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Software Development
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