IFS Supply Chain Functional Consultant

Job Title: IFS Supply Chain Functional Consultant

Location: Remote – Need to travel to Albany NY 4 times a year

Duration: 12 + Months Contract

Visa - Any valid work authorization except OPT.

Job Summary

IFS Supply Chain Functional Consultant guides the implementation and optimization of supply chain modules within the IFS Applications suite. This role involves translating business requirements into efficient digital workflows, configuring the system to support logistics, procurement, inventory, and planning activities, and ensuring seamless alignment with operational goals. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in IFS ERP and a solid understanding of core supply chain functions.

Job Requirement:

Lead requirement gathering workshops to understand client needs across procurement, inventory, planning, and logistics

Configure and implement IFS Applications modules such as Procurement, Inventory Management, Demand Planning, and MRP

Analyze existing business processes and identify enhancements leveraging IFS capabilities

Prepare functional documentation including process flows, configuration specifications, and user guides

Collaborate with technical teams for developing customizations, reports, and integrations with other enterprise systems

Support testing activities including functional, UAT, and end-to-end scenario validation

Provide training and post-go-live support to ensure smooth transition and user adoption

Advise on IFS best practices and industry standards for efficient supply chain management

Coordinate with cross-functional departments (e.g., manufacturing, finance, service) to ensure process alignment

Assist in data migration and cleansing to support system implementation

Monitor supply chain KPIs and system performance to recommend continuous improvements

Stay current with IFS product updates and emerging trends in supply chain technologies

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business or related field

IFS Certification in Sales, Warranty preferred

Technical skills:

Proven experience with IFS Applications in supply chain-related modules

Strong knowledge of supply chain operations including procurement, inventory control, planning, and logistics

Experience with IFS Cloud or IFS Apps 10 is preferred

Ability to work directly with stakeholders and convert functional requirements into system configurations

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent communication and documentation abilities

Proven experience implementing or supporting IFS Applications (Sales and/or Warranty modules)

Strong understanding of sales processes, warranty claims, service contracts, and customer engagement workflows

Familiarity with IFS Cloud or IFS Apps 10 preferred

Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Interview Process

Virtual Interview