Implementation Lead

Company Overview

Founded in 2000, Ivalua is a leading global provider of cloud‑based procurement solutions. At Ivalua we are a global community of exceptional professionals, who believe that digital transformation revolutionizes supply chain sustainability and resiliency to unlock the power of supplier collaboration. We achieve this through our leading cloud‑based spend management platform that empowers hundreds of the world’s most admired brands to effectively manage all categories of spend and all suppliers to increase profitability, improve ESG performance, lower risk, and improve productivity.

Driven by our passions and fueled by our shared ambitions, we empower and challenge each other to create meaningful experiences for our colleagues, customers, partners, and communities.

Opportunity CONTEXT:

This is a challenging time to join the Professional Services Team, whose mission is to successfully deliver our unique and configurable solution to customers and support our Partner community with high quality standards and strong commitment to excellence and efficiency. Our team is very hands‑on with a strong mindset of problem solving while also having the ability to think of the implementation holistically and provide solutions that solve the customer’s long‑term challenges.

ROLE:

We are currently looking for an Implementation Lead who will be the first point of contact for Clients or Partners implementing Ivalua Solution. In this role, you will manage complex projects, configure the system and implement the solution end to end.

What You Will Do With Us:

• Lead the end to end implementation of the functional workstreams (such as Procure to Pay, Sourcing to Contracts, Supplier Relationship Management, etc.), from the start to production delivery.
• Actively work with the Solution Architect in the Design phase by sharing with the Customer or Partner leading practices, demonstrating the product and taking ownership of the design document.
• Configure the solution on complex requirements and coordinate the effort with other team members to guarantee project milestones are met.
• Support partners during the implementation by providing feedback on the design and performing configuration reviews during the sprints.
• Oversee and contribute to the Delivery and Deployment plan and ultimately guarantee successful deployment to Production.
• Ensure PMO activities.

Your Profile:

If you have the below experience and strengths this role could be for you:

• BS/BA degree (MBA preferred) in Procurement, Computer Science, or a closely related field or foreign equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ experience in web‑based software development and software deployment processes.
• Experience working on SQL and other databases, including software configuration.
• Experience in managing client relationships.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server.
• Functional knowledge of SRM, Supply Chain, and/or Procurement combined with excellent Project Management skills.

Soft Skills:

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced agile environment and work in close collaboration with clients and partners.
• Self‑driven, results oriented, autonomous, flexible, and strong communication skills.
• Serve as mentor to colleagues and project teams.
• Excellent knowledge of English.

Benefits:

• An innovative and stimulating work environment.
• Great training and career development.
• You will work with a diverse and global team made up of exceptionally passionate, talented, and motivated colleagues who are established leaders in their field.
• Regular social events, team sports or musical activities (under normal conditions).
• We pride ourselves in customer experience, Agility, Pragmatism, Positive attitude and enthusiasm, Team play, Continuous learning and Improvement and accountability.

What Happens Next:

If your application fits this specific position’s needs, our skilled Talent team will reach out to schedule an initial screening call. Get one step closer to achieving your goals – apply today! Our Talent team will guide you through every step of the interview process – from preparation to completion. They’re here to support you. Our recruitment process is designed to assess your competencies through a series of personalized interviews with internal stakeholders relevant to the role. Interviews will be conducted virtually via video or on‑site with face‑to‑face meetings.

Lifestyle at Ivalua:

• Hybrid working model (3 days in the office per week).
• We’re a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of product innovation and technology.
• Sustainable growth – privately held.
• A stable and cash‑flow positive company since 10 years.
• Snacks and weekly lunches in the office.
• Feel empowered to pursue your goals with improved team collaboration and increased creativity/productivity.
• Unlock and unleash your full professional potential with our exceptional training and career development program.
• Join a dynamic and international team of top‑notch professionals who are experts in their respective fields.
• Collaborate with like‑minded individuals who are deeply passionate and highly motivated about their work.
• Experience a truly diverse and inclusive work environment where your unique contributions are highly valued.
• Regular social events, competitive outings, team running events, and musical activities.

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United by our values we embrace diversity and equity in the broadest possible sense to create an inclusive workplace. To help our customers make supply chains more efficient, sustainable and resilient, we rely on a global team with a variety of backgrounds, skills and views. We believe in equal opportunity and in diversity as a driver of innovation that cultivates a spirit of inclusiveness, creates a productive and fun place to work, and provides fulfilling career opportunities for all Ivaluans.