Senior Consultant (PLM Expertise) at Vaco, LLC
Fairfield, CT
About the Job
THIS ROLE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR C2C OR VISA SPONSORSHIP
We currently have a remote contract-to-hire opportunity available for a Sr
IT Consultant with expertise in PLM
This role would be primarily remote, however, travel up to 25% is required.
A bachelor’s or graduate degree in business administration, IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or Food Science is preferred
Experience with Process Manufacturing industries is a plus
Key responsibilities:Perform the lead consultant role on business-to-business (B2B) software implementation projects.
Provide functional support on projects
Proactively engage with stakeholders at all levels throughout the implementation process to analyze the customers’ needs and alignment with requirements
Maintain a detailed knowledge of the software being implemented.
Work in partnership with the FCID project manager on your projects to own the solution.
Contribute to continued process improvement, and develop repeatable methodologies and best practices, while maintaining thorough project documentation.
Demonstrate solid verbal and written communication skills
Recommend implementation resourcing and high-level planning on prospective project opportunities
Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies relevant to the food industry and software implementation.
Essential Requirements:Outstanding general consulting skills (soft skills, structured thinking, effective report writing, communication, presenting, and stakeholder engagement)
Knowledge and experience of significant aspects of related disciplines such as Enterprise Software, Enterprise Architecture, Agile Software Development and Digital Technologies
Experience with Manufacturing or Retail industries including specific experience with enterprise supply chain solutions
At least 4 years of IT consulting experience
Ability to operate in a fluid environment and comfortable with high levels of uncertainty
Up to 25% travel required
Experience with implementing and administering Oracle Fusion Cloud Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Oracle Agile Product Lifecycle Management for Process
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals
As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity
You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications
You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application
In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Privacy Notice
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies
California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure
The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
We currently have a remote contract-to-hire opportunity available for a Sr
IT Consultant with expertise in PLM
This role would be primarily remote, however, travel up to 25% is required.
A bachelor’s or graduate degree in business administration, IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or Food Science is preferred
Experience with Process Manufacturing industries is a plus
Key responsibilities:Perform the lead consultant role on business-to-business (B2B) software implementation projects.
Provide functional support on projects
Proactively engage with stakeholders at all levels throughout the implementation process to analyze the customers’ needs and alignment with requirements
Maintain a detailed knowledge of the software being implemented.
Work in partnership with the FCID project manager on your projects to own the solution.
Contribute to continued process improvement, and develop repeatable methodologies and best practices, while maintaining thorough project documentation.
Demonstrate solid verbal and written communication skills
Recommend implementation resourcing and high-level planning on prospective project opportunities
Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies relevant to the food industry and software implementation.
Essential Requirements:Outstanding general consulting skills (soft skills, structured thinking, effective report writing, communication, presenting, and stakeholder engagement)
Knowledge and experience of significant aspects of related disciplines such as Enterprise Software, Enterprise Architecture, Agile Software Development and Digital Technologies
Experience with Manufacturing or Retail industries including specific experience with enterprise supply chain solutions
At least 4 years of IT consulting experience
Ability to operate in a fluid environment and comfortable with high levels of uncertainty
Up to 25% travel required
Experience with implementing and administering Oracle Fusion Cloud Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Oracle Agile Product Lifecycle Management for Process
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals
As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
HR@vaco.com
.Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity
You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications
You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application
In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Privacy Notice
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies
California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure
The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
