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IFS Supply Chain Consultant
An IFS Supply Chain Consultant specialises in optimising supply chain processes through the IFS ERP system, with a focus on the procurement module. They analyse business requirements, configure the IFS procurement module, and streamline procurement workflows. Their expertise ensures efficient supplier management, cost-effective sourcing, and seamless procurement operations, enhancing overall supply chain performance.
IFS Procurement Consultant
An IFS Procurement Consultant is tasked with optimising procurement processes through the IFS Procurement Module. They collaborate with professionals within the business to analyse, design, and implement procurement solutions, enhancing vendor management, cost control, and supply chain efficiency. Their expertise aids businesses in achieving streamlined procurement operations and better strategic sourcing.
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The Requirement
Not quite ready for go-live? Concerned about falling behind with your ERP implementation? Offering tailored talent solutions for their IFS project, here’s how we assisted a manufacturing business in successfully launching its IFS APPs 10 Aurena implementation.
After two years of effort, the company faced challenges in going live due to various issues throughout its IFS project. Their primary obstacle was the shortage of IFS specialist skillsets in specific modules they intended to include. Consequently, the business grappled with budget constraints and staff retention issues.
The company aimed to deploy IFS across its multiple sites in the DACH region and other regions further afield across Europe. The initial go-live was scheduled for their main site, followed by a phased rollout to other locations. Despite engaging a generalist recruitment agency to find the required IFS specialists, the business waited six months without success. Failing to find suitable candidates through the agency, the client sought an alternative solution. Although they had not collaborated with us previously, upon hearing about IT Works in the IFS market, they reached out to our IFS team for recruitment assistance.
Main Objective
- Achieve go-live within six months without additional project delays.
- Minimise implementation and resource costs.
- Seamlessly implement the IFS Procurement module to limit disruption to business processes.
- Enhance daily business operations efficiency with the IFS Procurement module.
Recruitment Process
Team Collaboration
In our initial discussions, we learned that the company needed to hire an IFS Specialist to handle procurement tasks as well as ensuring daily operations ran efficiently. They wanted someone with specific experience in IFS procurement to start immediately and assist with the implementation until go-live, with the possibility of extending support. With this in mind, we began searching for suitable candidates.
Options for IFS Specialist
We provided the company with five options, all experienced in IFS procurement and similar industries. They ranged from immediate availability to needing a two-week notice, each with reasonable rates. The company interviewed all five candidates within one day to make a prompt decision. Afterward, they selected one standout candidate to make an offer to.
Selected Candidate
The individual they hired had ten years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, engineering, and procurement. They had recently completed a successful APPS10 Aurena implementation focused on procurement and were eager to contribute their skills to the new project.
TURNAROUND
The Result
The IFS Procurement Specialist brought on board oversaw the successful delivery of the IFS Procurement module. By analysing data effectively, they maintained accuracy. Starting promptly, the consultant hired collaborated closely with the existing team to meet pre-set deadlines. They communicated clearly with the IFS Project Manager and Solutions Architect to incorporate necessary changes. With effective communication, the project advanced swiftly with their new specialist.
As a result, the IFS ERP system successfully went live within six months, encountering minimal setbacks. Having the right person in place helped manage the project budget without additional costs.
