Milton Park Jobs - vacancies
| Job Title: |
Retail Solution Architects |
| Location: | Milton Park, Abingdon |
| Department: | Service Delivery |
| Reporting to: | Product Manager |
| About K3: |
K3 is a leading global software provider for the Retail, Manufacturing and Distribution sectors. In our 25 years of business we’ve kept more than 3,000 customers in over 30 countries happy with our innovative, leading and reliable installations of Microsoft centric business solutions. As market leaders in each of the Retail, Manufacturing and Distribution fields, it’s our unique approach, selection of top personnel and use of outstanding technology that delivers a competitive edge to each installation; so our clients always win. That’s no mean feat.
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The Retail People: |
This role is within K3’s fast paced Retail Division - the UK’s leading supplier of Microsoft Dynamics – so we want leading professionals to join us. Our company delivers integrated multi-channel solutions that help retailers create a unique shopping experience. And, of course, we use only the best in new technologies. As a K3 team member, you will work with leading retail clients such as Alliance Boots, Agent Provocateur, American Golf, Clinton Cards, Dobbies Garden Centres, Dreams, GameStop, Kiddicare, Jigsaw, Rugby Football Union, Ryman, Shoon, Space NK, and The White Company.
K3 Retail Business Solutions are a Gold Level Microsoft Partner, Presidents Club member and an Inner Circle member; so we’ve earned a rewarding reputation that takes dedicated team members to maintain. We employ around 150 staff in our retail division, based at Milton Park, Didcot, Oxfordshire, (which has easy access of A34 and accessible to M4 and M40). We offer great pay and benefits as well as a creative and vibrant atmosphere to work in.
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Job Summary: |
Due to our continuing success and growth, K3 are currently looking for a number of Retail Solution Architects to be primarily based from our Oxfordshire office. The main aspect of the role is the design and specification of Microsoft Dynamics software to meet client requirements. Consultancy skills are also required as the role is client facing and the Solution Architect will be also be required to be involved in pre sales demonstrations, client workshops and implementations.
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Responsibilities: |
The position of Solution Architect is a key role in delivery of the solution to the customer. Responsibilities include: analysing customer requirements; demonstrating MBS NAV; conducting client workshops; documenting customer requirements; carrying out modifications to a high standard, testing of software and ensuring the overall system design meets the clients current and future needs.
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Skills and Experience: |
Candidates should have previous Retail Systems development experience and have passed relevant Application and Development exams or have previous experience of designing Dynamics NAV or retail systems. A good understanding and experience of SQL 2008 and 2010 is required. Good analytical skills with the ability to understand requirements and then document. Excellent IT skills including SQL Reporting Services, MS CRM, Business Intelligence and dot NET applications essential. An understanding or knowledge of Retail ERP solutions would be an advantage.
You will have a good educational background ideally up to degree level, or equivalent, in related subject, excellent problem solving and communication skills You will be a good team player as well as have the ability to work on your own initiative without supervision.
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Personal Skills: |
Ø Client facing, demonstrating
excellent written and oral
communication skills
Ø Ability to understand customer
requirements and design
applicable solutions
Ø Ability to design large systems with
scalability in mind
Ø Self-motivated and driven to achieve
professional success in a
consulting environment
Ø Ability to manage workload and time
according to deadlines set
Ø Resourceful, energetic and
enthusiastic, prepared to go the
“extra mile”
Ø Good attention to detail
Ø Ability to work well under pressure,
both as part of the team and
on own initiative
Ø Confident (Previous experience of
demonstrating software would
be an advantage)
| Working Environment: |
The roles will be primarily based at Milton Park, Didcot, Oxfordshire, although K3 are flexible if required. All the roles may involve travel to client sites throughout the UK and you may be required to spend periods of time working from client sites. Full driving licence is required
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Supplementary information: |
| Relocation or generous joining fee paid to direct applicants with flexible working opportunities available. | ||
| Salary range: | £60-£80,000 | |
| Benefits: | Excellent Benefits Package | |
| To apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV stating the role you are applying for in the subject line to: | jobs@k3btg.com | |
| Website: | www.theretailpeople.com | |
