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ZS

Business Technology Consulting Manager

ZS, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview ZS

is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business.

Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

What You’ll Do

Drive growth and delivery of technology solutions for commercial pharma clients, focusing on 1-3 key accounts in the East Coast region

Have a significant direct client interaction, managing multiple projects simultaneously

Deeply understand client’s business challenges and provide thought leadership in addressing issues. Work proactively to bring the best of ZS expertise to the client(s)

Work with onshore and offshore teams to develop price estimate, plan capacity, coordinate delivery of the end-to-end technology capability (BI Reporting, Analytics, AI, Digital, Big Data, Cloud, MDM) solution, report project status and act as escalation path for clients

Work in tandem with global counterparts in planning and accomplishing planned activities, identification of risks and mitigation strategy

Apply ZS methodology and Agile delivery concepts to the project(s)

Ensure technical design is robust and scalable solutions consistent with ZS and industry practices; take advantage of the existing assets and maintaining a balance between architecture requirements and specific client needs

Provide project leadership and direction on one or more projects while maintaining a high-quality level of service

Develop and manage client relationships on projects. As a technology leader, bring new ideas around technology trends, outlook for continuous improvement, and capabilities to our clients

Identify and drive opportunities of selling additional work to client. Update senior leaders, prepare and present compelling and creative client presentations

Identify latest technology trends and domain trends to develop ZS POV and drive innovative solutions for our clients

Serve as the single point of contact and advisor for clients to facilitate their business needs and program demands through solutions and services

Bridge business and technical teams by being fluent in the language of consulting (business drivers, process), design and technology (systems architecture, data warehousing, report creation)

Coach the cross-functional project team on the business perspective and strategic imperatives to inform key project decisions

Collaborate with other ZS internal expertise teams - Architects, Validation/testing, etc. to ensure best in class technology solution

Mentor, develop and motivate ZS teams and people; Lead by example

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor's/Master's degree with specialization in Computer Science, MIS, IT or another computer related discipline

7+ years of relevant hands-on IT services or consulting industry experience leading medium-large scale technology solution delivery engagements; Minimum 5 years of experience leading large delivery teams

Ability to effectively manage multiple projects at the same time

Certifications Preferred (Cloud Platforms, Project Management, Data and Analytics, AI/ML Certifications, Enterprise Architecture)

Experience in leading and building POV on new technology or problem solving, innovation to build firm intellectual capital

Extensive experience in big data and cloud technologies

Additional skills

Strong client presence and ability to communicate verbally and in writing technical concepts to all audiences

Significant supervisory, coaching and hands-on project management skills

Ability to manage a virtual global team environment that contributes to the overall timely delivery of multiple projects

Willingness to travel to other global offices as needed to work with client or other internal project teams

Perks & Benefits ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empower you to thrive as an individual and global team member.

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Travel Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying? At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.

If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

To complete your application: Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An online application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered. NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE. Find Out More At: www.zs.com

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