Presales Solutions Architect- QAD

As a highly experienced Senior QAD Consultant, you will be joining our enterprise solutions team to engage with clients in a presales capacity. Your role will involve shaping solution strategies, demonstrating product capabilities, and supporting the sales cycle for enterprise clients. Key Responsibilities: - Act as the QAD subject matter expert (SME) during presales engagements with enterprise clients. - Collaborate with sales, marketing, and delivery teams to design and present tailored QAD solutions. - Lead discovery sessions, understand client pain points, and translate business needs into QAD-based solutions. - Prepare and deliver product demonstrations, proof of concepts (PoCs), and technical workshops. - Develop and maintain solution documentation, including proposals, RFP responses, and architecture diagrams. - Stay updated on the latest QAD modules, tools, and industry trends to provide strategic insights. - Support transition from presales to delivery, ensuring alignment between client expectations and implementation teams. Required Qualifications: - 10+ years of hands-on experience with QAD ERP (EE or SE), including implementation, customization, and support. - Deep understanding of QAD modules such as Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Financials, and Analytics. - Proven experience in client-facing roles, especially in presales, solution consulting, or business analysis. - Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Experience with QAD Adaptive ERP, QAD Cloud, and integration with third-party systems is a plus. - Ability to travel as needed for client meetings and workshops. Preferred Attributes: - QAD certifications or training credentials. - Experience working with global enterprise clients across manufacturing, automotive, life sciences, or consumer goods sectors. - Familiarity with modern presales tools (e.g., CRM, demo environments, proposal automation). - Strategic mindset with a passion for solutioning and innovation.,