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We are looking for an innovative business solution architect to develop and implement systems architecture that will meet business needs. The responsibilities include value engineering in pre-sales conversation, transitioning into consulting role in gathering requirements and functional specifications, assessing the current software systems in place in-order to identify areas in need of improvement, and handshaking to development teams.What You'll DoYou will join ourConsultingteam as aManufacturing Presales Solutions Consultant, partnering with customers to identify and deliver digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 transformation opportunities.Lead customer discovery workshops and factory assessments to identify operational improvement opportunities.Engage with plant leadership, engineering, operations, maintenance, and quality teams to understand business challenges.Evaluate manufacturing processes, automation systems, and shop floor as the Manufacturing SME during presales engagements, customer workshops, and executive manufacturing challenges into scalable solution roadmaps in collaboration with Solution Architects.Define and shape Industry 4.0 use cases such as OEE, Predictive Maintenance, Digital Twin, Energy Management, Quality Analytics, and Production Monitoring.Advise customers on manufacturing technologies including ERP, MES, SCADA, PLCs, Historians, Industrial IoT, and industrial data with Product, Engineering, Consulting, and Delivery teams to develop customer-centric manufacturing solutions.Develop reusable consulting frameworks, assessment methodologies, and industry the organization at customer meetings, manufacturing forums, and industry events while staying current with emerging manufacturing technologies.What We Seek In YouBachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Production Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.812 years of experience in manufacturing operations, manufacturing consulting, plant automation, or Industry 4.0.Strong understanding of manufacturing processes across industries such as Automotive, Industrial Equipment, Consumer Goods, Metals, or Process Manufacturing.Experience conducting manufacturing assessments, customer discovery workshops, and consulting engagements.Hands-on knowledge of manufacturing technologies including MES, ERP, SCADA, PLCs, CMMS, Historians, and Industrial IoT understanding of Industry 4.0, Smart Manufacturing, Digital Manufacturing, Manufacturing Intelligence, and Connected Factory supporting manufacturing presales, solution consulting, or digital transformation programs.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, or Operational Excellence methodologies is preferred.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, presentation, and workshop facilitation skills.Strong consultative mindset with the ability to bridge manufacturing operations and technology solutions.Willingness to travel4060%across customer manufacturing facilities.What Success Looks LikeAccelerate sales cycles through effective customer discovery and solution consulting.Increase qualified pipeline, win rates, and overall deal value by identifying manufacturing transformation opportunities.Build trusted advisor relationships with manufacturing leadership, driving strategic account growth and repeat business.Develop reusable consulting frameworks, assessment methodologies, and industry accelerators to improve consulting effectiveness.Drive product and consulting innovation by translating customer needs into scalable solutions.Contribute to the growth of the Consulting practice through manufacturing expertise and thought leadership.Life At NextAt our core, we're driven by the mission of tailoring growth for our customers by enabling them to transform their aspirations into tangible outcomes. We're dedicated to empowering them to shape their futures and achieve ambitious goals. To fulfil this commitment, we foster a culture defined by agility, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to progress. Our organizational framework is both streamlined and vibrant, characterized by a hands-on leadership style that prioritizes results and fosters growth.Perks Of Working With UsClear objectives to ensure alignment with our mission, fostering your meaningful contribution.Abundant opportunities for engagement with customers, product managers, and leadership.Receive ongoing guidance and career development through continuous feedforward sessions.Build strong professional networks and choose mentors to support your growth journey.Continuous learning and upskilling opportunities throughNexversity.Hybrid work model with opportunities to explore current functions, technologies, and career family health insurance coverage.Accelerated growth opportunities through meaningful customer engagements and challenging opportunities.Who We AreWe enable high-growth enterprises to build hyper-personalized solutions that transform their vision into reality. With a keen eye .
Most are in India and the US. Here's how to pick the right one for you.
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WorkMundi's database shows 74,689 open sales positions globally. India leads with 17,483 jobs, followed by the US with 13,876. If you're open to geography, you have real options — but the sheer number means you need a filter. Don't apply to everything. Pick a country, a company size, and a sales model that matches what you actually want to do.
Almost 8 in 10 of these ads have their text written in English. That's useful for reading the job description and understanding what you're signing up for. But it tells you nothing about whether the role requires you to speak English with customers, partners, or your team. Ask the hiring manager directly during your first conversation.
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