IFS ERP Manufacturing Solution Architect - Baker Tilly US, LLP

Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) is a leading advisory CPA firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Chicago. Baker Tilly is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 145 territories, with 41,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $4.7 billion. 

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Baker Tilly professionals on our Digital Team provide management consulting, solution design, and implementation services for mid- to large-size companies. This fast-paced team is looking for individuals that can understand complex requirements and translate those into best-practice based designs, work independently or as part of a team, and have a track record of proven success.

Thanks to the rapid growth of Baker Tilly's Digital group, we have an exciting opportunity for an IFS Manufacturing Solution Architect to join our practice.

The IFS Manufacturing Solution Architect will be a valued leader in one of our most dynamic markets. You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a direct impact on the firm’s success. Additionally, you will be a mentor and coach to a group of talented staff, utilizing your expertise to help develop their technical and professional skills.

If you are invigorated by these exciting challenges, then this could be the right opportunity for you! As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT has the ability to offer you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.  

The possibilities with digital transformation are endless, and our next phase of hyper growth is just getting started - come join us and help build something special.

You will enjoy this role if:   

• You are looking for your next challenge, crave variety where no day is the same and feel your skills and experience can be better utilized  
• You are looking to be part of a fast growing, innovative practice where your hard work and creativity can help us continue to build, improve and advance  
• You are excited about enabling organizations leveraging modern ERP solutions like IFS Cloud 
• You like to work with a variety of clients, spanning many industries   
• You are a team player with strong communication skills and desire to work collaboratively with others to meet client needs  

• You do your best work when you are part of a talented, down-to-earth team that thrives in collaboration and truly enjoys working together.  
• You feel valued when you are provided the resources and support to continually sharpen your technical skills and build your career now, for tomorrow.  

 What you will do:

• Design and deliver IFS Manufacturing Modules (Discrete Manufacturing, Engineer-to-Order, Configure-to-Order, Shop Floor Reporting, Material and Resource Planning) with leading practices throughout all phases of an ERP transformation
• Apply business process and system expertise to bring forth leading practices in the areas of Manufacturing, Inventory Management, Engineering, Product Lifecycle Management, and Maintenance
• Hands-on formulation of business and functional requirements to set the direction for corresponding and complimentary solution delivery aligned to business goals
• Oversee and participate in the configuration of IFS Cloud to bring client requirements to life and lead testing and training programs during ERP Transformation initiatives
• Support robust change management programs to increase adoption for our clients with the IFS Cloud Solution 
• Partner with project managers to identify project risk and issues. Work together to collaboratively develop and articulate mitigation strategies
• Participate in the development and deployment of implementation methodologies, trainings and toolkits through internal initiatives
• Support sales cycles as needed as a Subject Matter Expert
• Lead the continuous development of the market offering

• Provide coaching and mentoring to consultants and client team members
• Provide performance counseling and career development to consultants 

• Participate in the development and delivery of IFS Cloud implementation training for team members 
• Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients and the community
• Invest in your professional development individually and through participation in firm wide learning and development programs 
• Support the growth and development of team members and clients through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals 
• Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage awork-life balance  

Successful candidates will have:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Management/Computer Information Systems or related field or relevant experience in the field
• Minimum of seven (7) years of implementation experience, with 2+ years of hands on experience implementing with one or more of the IFS Applications Manufacturing modules or other leading ERP Solutions (ex. SAP, Oracle E-Business Suite, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, Epicor)
• IFS Manufacturing experience or Practitioner Certification preferred
• Certification or Experience with additional IFS Application modules a plus (Repetitive Manufacturing, Batch Process Manufacturing, Configure-to-Order, Make-to-Order, and Product Costing)
• Business expertise in Manufacturing processes as well as having strong knowledge of other business processes: Part Setup to Costing, Plan to Produce, Procure to Pay
• Excellent analysis skills and the ability to develop processes and methodologies
• Demonstrated management, analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, communication skills, and highly developed Microsoft Suite skills (Word, Excel) required
• Ability to engage effectively at the business and technical level, provide exceptional client service, demonstrate commitment to continuous learning in order to stay current regarding applicable strategies, see the "big picture" as well as the details
• Exhibit appropriate ethical knowledge, sense of urgency and commitment to quality, and the timely completion of projects
• Ability to multi task across many different projects and stakeholders both internal and external
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with client resources from hourly resources to C-suite
• Ability to travel, potentially up to 50%
• Must be willing to work non-traditional business hours for client demands occasionally

For California, Colorado, New York, and Washington: The compensation range for this role is $113,640 to $240,850. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

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