My name is Kim Lucas and I will be your contact person throughout the entire recruitment process @ Ferranti.
Since I joined Ferranti in 2012, the company has grown enormously and is delivering projects worldwide.
Why I like it here? Our open culture motivates me to bring out the best in myself and encourages initiative.
Once you enter our building and talk to the people you will know what I mean!
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Solution Architect
Are you an experienced Architect looking for a next challenge? Do you want to work on exciting projects together with your Ferranti team? Do you prefer international projects or closer to home?
As an experienced Architect, you will work in one of our project teams. You are responsible for the scope, quality, and acceptance of the delivered solution. There are opportunities in different technologies, so you are in control of your career and personal growth.
Your main tasks and responsibilities:
1. Validate functional and/or technical scope & project approach during the project in order to mitigate risks
2. Lead the Fit/Gap analysis to define the functional and/or technical approach
3. Convince the client stakeholders as well as the consultants and/or partners of the functional and/or technical approach and take the lead in client sign-offs
4. Prevent and resolve escalations from consultants, partners, and clients
5. Work in close collaboration with the project manager
6. Take initiative to be informed about innovations in technology, market changes, etc., and develop internal improvements
7. Share knowledge and coach consultants/partners towards a higher level
8. Support the sales team by writing commercial documents, giving sales demos, etc.
Profile
You have:
* At least 3 to 5 years of experience as a Solution Architect in successfully delivering multiple large-sized (2000+ mandays) ERP implementation projects characterized by systematic and milestone-driven work
* A master’s or bachelor’s degree
* Strong leadership skills (coaching, delegating & motivating, building trust, …)
* Experience in the Energy & Utilities sector is an asset
* Knowledge of the software life cycle; knowledge of SQL Server
* Experience in TFS / DevOps
* Knowledge of D365 or Microsoft Dynamics is an asset
* A non-stop drive to go out of your comfort zone to guarantee an end-to-end solution
You are:
* Passionate about technology and innovation
* Fluent in Dutch (native) and English
* A dynamic team player with a great sense of responsibility
* Able to communicate on different levels (developers, business, C-level, stakeholders, …)
* Able to influence, negotiate, and build consensus (with clients and colleagues)
* A flexible person willing to travel
We offer
* Be part of a leading, innovative company where you keep on track with the latest technology
* A good work-life balance and a team culture that is based on trust
* A team culture that is based on trust and where continuous growth is naturally encouraged
* Real career opportunities and challenging projects to work on!
* Deep dive training by our knowledge center and support by a personal coach
* An attractive salary package: company car, insurance, portable PC, iPhone, internet connection, etc., that you can adapt to your needs (you can exchange part of your 13th month for a lease-bike, iPad, extra vacation, …)
About us
MECOMS is part of Ferranti Computer Systems NV.
MECOMS is an ERP solution for energy and utility companies, based on Microsoft Dynamics 365. MECOMS is the result of 45 years of experience in the utility industry and is rapidly expanding its footprint internationally.
MECOMS is Microsoft’s recommended solution for energy and utility companies across the globe. In only a few years, MECOMS has grown into a major international challenger, recognized by industry analysts such as Gartner, IDC, and OVUM. Major software integrators like Avanade/Accenture, GMCS, and CGI have partnered with Ferranti and offer MECOMS as a preferred solution for energy and utility companies.
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