Delivery Director, Consumer Packaged Goods and Retail (m/f/d)

at  Epam Systems

REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrable broad and deep expertise CPG&Retail products and clients in the DACH region
• Deep industry experience in trend-setting, digital & innovative technology focused leadership positions, or the equivalent from a recognized consultancy practice
• Steering a client from both process and technical side with a leaning toward solution optimisation
• Broad technical skillset with a strong focus on modern web technologies and architectures
• Consultative and proactive mindset
• Strong communication skills including experience in presentation for and management of senior stakeholders
• Hands-on technical experience in programming or systems engineering that enables you to participate, lead and contribute value in technical discussions
• Experience in participation and leading of competitive RFP/RFQ scenarios – evaluating, presenting solution options and deal closure
• Possible startup experience as a technology entrepreneur, regardless of past success or if you are still looking to prove your believes
• Fluency in English and German, both written and spoken

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you passionate about the CPG&Retail industry and want to leverage technology to drive transformation for CPG&Retail clients in our striving DACH region?
Do you want to play a key role building strong business technology relationships, taking a ‘hands on’ approach to define a culture of continuous improvement, while being accountable for the overall project delivery, client satisfaction and the management of expectations?
Then you have an opportunity to work with the best-in-class engineering, digital innovation and design teams supporting you to shape product vision.
As Delivery Director, you will play a vital role in shaping products of our clients that impact the lives of millions of people worldwide.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify new growth opportunities based on market knowledge, personal network and technology trends in top-tier and mid-tier client segment
• Act as a trusted advisor with the CPG&Retail space, providing consultative solutions
• Participate in and drive RFP process with client prospects together with colleagues from business development, account management and solution architecture
• Equip account managers and sales teams with the knowledge, materials, advice and support required to enable you to pursue opportunities within CPG&Retail clients and prospects
• Establish and cultivate strong relationships with clients at senior levels as well as external and internal partners to maximize growth of practice activities within our CPG&Retail portfolios
• Coordinate effort estimation and contract negotiations process for new deal proposals
• Manage the multiple client projects in close collaboration with EPAM onsite and nearshore resources taking care of quality, timeline and budget with hands-on delivery engagement
• Collaborate day-to-day activities with the client and manage of potentially difficult stakeholders
• Plan the capacity and staff together with EPAM support functions
• Be responsible for risk management and mitigation actions and support company financial goals including revenue and profit targets and align with Business Unit goals and objectives