Solutions Consultant, Large Enterprise

QAD

. Lead pre-sales strategy and execution for large, multi-site global manufacturing accounts from first conversation through signed contract .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United Kingdom, Netherlands, Germany, SpainSeniorLead💰 £90,000 - £115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading pre-sales strategies and operational excellence within manufacturing environments, with a strong focus on compliance, productivity, and continuous improvement methodologies. Proven ability to influence stakeholders and manage complex projects while mentoring teams and developing business cases.

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Manufacturing LeadershipOperational Excellence (Opex)Lean Six SigmaProject ManagementFluent English

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Hard Skills

Continuous ImprovementROI AnalysisCash-Flow AnalysisBreakeven AnalysisTechnical ScopingRFP CoordinationRFQ CoordinationURS CoordinationBudgetingP&L Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationInfluencingJudgementAssessment Skills

Tools & Technologies

RedzoneSAPOracle NetSuiteQADMES Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing OperationsComplianceProductivityOEEGlobal ManufacturingContinuous ImprovementPlant LeadershipC-Suite EngagementCross-Functional TeamsEnterprise Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead pre-sales strategy and execution for large, multi-site global manufacturing accounts from first conversation through signed contract
Deliver onsite and remote Executive Overviews for C-suite and plant-leadership stakeholders
Serve as subject matter expert across Productivity/OEE, Compliance/Quality, Reliability/Maintenance, Learning, Scheduling, and ChampionAI
Lead onsite and remote Opportunity Assessments and translate shop-floor realities into quantified business cases
Build ROI, cash-flow, and breakeven analyses for enterprise procurement and finance scrutiny
Create technical scoping documents and partner with Project Management and Implementation teams for clean handovers
Coordinate and author RFP, RFQ, and URS responses
Mentor and develop Account Executives and fellow Solutions Consultants
Partner with regional leadership to shape and scale the Large Enterprise Solutions Consulting practice across EMEA and APAC
Travel across EMEA and occasionally farther for global account engagements, up to 75% during peak sales periods

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in manufacturing leadership, operations, compliance, or continuous improvement (Opex) in a production environment, on the plant floor, in assembly, or in a factory setting, in any manufacturing industry
Demonstrated leadership experience leading a team, shift, plant function, or cross-functional program
Strong track record as an operational excellence (Opex) practitioner
Lean Six Sigma or another continuous improvement methodology
Comfortable discussing CAPEX/Opex planning, budgeting, and P&L with plant and finance leadership
Ability to influence executives and business owners and build trusted-advisor relationships
Sound judgement and excellent assessment skills
Ability to manage multiple complex projects and tight deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Fluent English required
A second or third language is advantageous, especially German and other European languages
Hands-on experience with Redzone as a customer, partner, or implementer is advantageous
Experience selling or supporting connected-worker, MES, or OEE software into large, global manufacturing enterprises is advantageous
Familiarity with SAP, Oracle NetSuite, or QAD is advantageous
BA or BS in a relevant field such as Engineering, Manufacturing, Organizational Leadership/Management, Supply Chain Management, or Business Management
At least 10 years in a Manufacturing Operations, Continuous Improvement, or Compliance leadership role, including direct experience leading people or cross-functional teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Program that support a healthy work-life balance
The opportunity to join a growing business as it launches into its next phase of expansion and transformation
A collaborative culture where idea-sharing is prioritized over level or hierarchy
Compensation based on experience and desired skill set
Eligible for a sales commission plan for Solutions Consultants
Remote work arrangement
Equal Opportunity Employer