senior k8 trading consultant

Senior K8 Trading Consultant

Kerridge Commercial Systems is a market leader in the development and provision of trading and financial software environments for specialist Distribution, Wholesale, Merchant and Retail industry sectors, addressing single- or multi-branch operations, as well as catering for organisations with 'point-of-sale' showrooms and warehouse.

Working within PSG K8 Implementation team as a Senior K8 Implementation Consultant, the candidate will be implementing and supporting the delivery of K8 ERP projects and ad-hoc works. The candidate will mentor and coach new members of the team and offer guidance from experience on other projects. The Senior Consultant will take responsibility for delivery of advanced/niche functionality within K8 through the Capability Lead programme and in addition contribute to the continuous improvement of project delivery by offering their feedback to the Centre of Excellence and Management teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Will take active role in delivery of Enterprise and Tailored implementation projects
• Keep PM and/or DSO abreast of current status against planned activities and take active steps to troubleshoot any areas of concern
• Make and guide decisions on scope, plan, approach, issue resolution with a focus on the commercial implications surrounding each project and piece of work allocated to enable the whole team to maximise revenue
• Take an active lead in decision making for activity scheduling and general project and ad-hoc delivery
• Will pro-actively take responsibility for client escalations through to completion and provide recommendations for continual improvement
• Will become lead and expert in delivery of Advanced and Niche services producing relevant capability documentation to support the service
• Will act as buddy providing assistance through coaching and mentoring to Consultants and provide feedback via monthly status report
• Will proactively provide input/feedback into the schedule of work allocated to them
• Contribute to, and lead where appropriate, estimations/scoping activities
• Lead on wider PSG initiatives, paying close attention to alignment with other departments and general opportunities for improvement

Key Requirements:

Experience and/or Qualifications:

• 2 year experience in implementation of ERP & 5 year ERP Consultancy experience.
• Successful implementation of multiple end to end projects.
• An extensive knowledge of the K8 core processes is essential.
• Proficient in Office 365.
• The role requires you to have a valid UK driving license and a suitable vehicle to travel.

Personal:

• A communicator who can deliver clearly and concisely
• A natural coach, mentor and leader
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Focused and organised.
• Pro-active approach to work.

The position offers a car allowance additoional to base salary, benefits and bonus.

Company Info

Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) is the market leader in developing and delivering fully integrated business management solutions for distributors, suppliers, resellers, wholesalers and merchants. Our mission is simple: to design, implement and support high performance systems that enable our customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively.

Equal Opportunities

KCS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires us to adjust the recruiting process please do advise us when contacted.

If this role is of interest to you please apply online.

To all recruitment agencies: KCS does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers site or direct to KCS employee. KCS is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.