Solutions Analyst

at  Equus Software

JOB DESCRIPTION

Equus Solutions Analysts are aligned within the Equus Sales organization and are focused on technology related support for sales initiatives. Solutions Analysts have the ability to contribute to the design of solutions/ processes that are innovative and creative, to meet prospects’ needs and that showcases functionality, within our various products. They work with sales team members to identify opportunities to gain efficiencies within prospects’ Global Mobility programs, through the introduction of Equus technology solutions. They are also comfortable discussing Global Mobility Trends and topics and how Equus fits to prospects at industry events where they represent the company.

A Solutions Analyst has a unique opportunity to impact and experience Equus in these key areas:

• Input into solution design, product development, innovative activities
• Opportunities to learn about and work with all the Equus technology products
• Sales and marketing activities/events
• Client facing opportunities
• Visibility to market trends

The Solutions Analyst supports the Equus sales team by assisting with sales and marketing initiatives including but not limited to: RFP response support; demo site preparation and maintenance; sandbox configuration; and preparation for internal and external marketing events. While configuration activities are key to this role, innovation and solution design are very important components. Innovation and problem solving also extends to existing sales team processes and consulting with wider teams.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• In depth knowledge of the Equus Platform and ability to configure systems
• Taking ownership & initiative
• Identify and actively drive improvements
• Problem Solving/ Analysis
• Technical Aptitude
• Technical Writing Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Team Player

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years within Equus OR 3 years Global Mobility Experience

• Analysis of requirements from prospects
• Supporting Solution Design for prospect demos/sandboxes/proof of concepts
• Demo/Sandbox/Proof of Concept configuration tailored to prospect needs and client facing documentation
• Support in the configuration of the baseline site
• Keep track of the most recent application enhancements and where appropriate incorporate them into demo sites
• Ongoing development and enhancements to demo sites, sales presentations, and training materials
• Ownership of demo/sandbox requests as appropriate
• Coordination across teams to ensure sales, marketing and enhancement projects have the appropriate visibility and input
• Ensuring prospect product enhancements are fed into the queue.
• Proposal support
• Participate in the preparation of marketing events, conferences, demos and other presentations to prospects, clients and internal Equus team
• Seek out information about both the relocation/ global mobility industry and software industries, and apply that knowledge to day-to-day activities