Tokyo IFS Full time

Company Overview

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IFS is a global company with 6000+ employees, delivering award-winning enterprise software solutions through digital innovation and a single cloud-based platform. We help businesses thrive at the Moment of Service.

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We're flexible, innovative, and focused on customer engagement and societal impact. We celebrate diversity and respect different perspectives in a truly international environment.

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By joining us, you'll be part of a global team committed to sustainability and making a positive impact. We're looking for innovative thinkers to #MakeYourMoment and help others do the same.

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Job Description

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We seek a talented Presales Supply Chain & MES Solution Specialist to engage with potential clients, understand their needs, and provide tailored solutions using our Supply Chain and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) technology.

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Responsibilities:

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  • Collaborate with sales teams to identify leads for MES solutions within the supply chain domain.
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  • Develop content for internal and external events and participate as a speaker or exhibitor.
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  • Analyze client requirements and challenges to offer IFS SCM & MES solutions that address their specific needs.
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  • Deliver compelling presentations and demonstrations highlighting the features and benefits of our MES solutions.
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  • Act as a subject matter expert on MES technology, providing insights and recommendations to clients during the presales process.
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  • Work closely with product development and engineering teams to stay updated on the latest features and enhancements of our MES solutions.
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  • Assist in preparing proposals, RFP responses, and other sales collateral to support the sales process.
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  • Create and maintain technical documentation to support the presales process.
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  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transition from presales to implementation phase.
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Requirements

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  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
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  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in presales, consulting, or technical sales roles within the manufacturing industry.
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  • Experience selling and implementing MES solutions within the supply chain domain.
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  • Deep understanding of supply chain processes and best practices.
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  • Strong analytical and issue-solving skills.
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  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
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  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
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  • Fluent English communication or willingness to communicate with foreign colleagues.
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Additional Information

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  • Experience with quality management, quality assurance, and manufacturing execution with KPIs like OEE.
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  • MES11 and leading MES platforms such as Siemens SIMATIC IT, Rockwell Automation MES, Dassault DELMIA Apriso, SAP MES etc.
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  • Manufacturing or product IoT experience.
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  • Leading ERP platforms and manufacturing modules such as Oracle, Infor, SAP etc.
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  • Supply Chain Planning experience with I2, O9, Anaplan, KINAIXS etc.
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  • Certifications in supply chain management or relevant technologies (APICS, CPIM, Six Sigma) would be a plus.
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Estimated Salary:$120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on location and experience.">