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The International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is an American multinational technology and consulting corporation, with headquarters in Armonk, New York, United States. IBM manufactures and markets computer hardware and software, and offers infrastructure, hosting and consulting services in areas ranging from mainframe computers to nanotechnology. ...
Job Description
Lab Services Consultant for MEA. Technical consultants with customer facing and deep technical skills in Power (p and i), Storage.
Fulfill customer demand that typically require 60% travel in MEA and other regions as required. Traveling to customers and timely executing the projects.
Work with customers, account teams, technical consultants, business partners, GTS and management and ensure client satisfaction. Encourage One Team approach. Develop and foster long-lasting relationships with clients, Business Partners, internal IBM teams, based on insight and knowledge of their current and future needs
Planning, installing, implementing, integrating new, complex and unique solutions related to Power and Storage Systems
System administration, problem determination, skills transfer to customers, business partners and IBMers
Documentation as part of services engagement at customer site or at IBM location
Interface directly with the Customer, Sales, Marketing and Development
Demonstrates leadership with external and internal clients to identify services engagement opportunities; provide proper Scope of Work definition and execute service projects
Lead growth in new business areas, generate demand for services and assets
Drive follow-on business from successful client engagements 1) Post Engagement Sales Tips to STG Sales; 2)Feedback to Development about the product and services
Drive on demand adoption. Be proactive and develop new services that meet brand, development and field needs.
Pro-actively work with resource managers to identify the skills that are required to meet current and future needs for successful and timely deployment on opportunities utilizing those skills
Dedication to Client success: Attain high client satisfaction supported by positive client feedback; Create new client references
Exhibit personal responsibility in all relationships; including, but not limited to, honoring all internal and external commitments in a timely manner, being proactive, being responsive and cooperative with clients, peers, management and other IBM organizations, and maintaining a positive, in control posture at all times
Continuous self assessment and continue to develop and expand deep technical and client facing skills to provide increased value to clients and be recognized as a MEA wide expert. Get ready for the future challenges in line with WW IBM Strategy. Extend the range of offerings, capabilities, and improve business practices based on existing or potential market demand
Continuously engage Sales and GTS teams to build relationship and reputation. Help the STG and GTS teams to achieve their revenue and growth plans by engaging the right Lab Service skill for their needs
Timely completing job in area of responsibility with a positive, can do attitude. Promote a positive climate
Become trusted advisor for all internal and external clients
Work to achieve full cost recovered status: ideal 60% customer engagement 40% skill development
Above 90% customer satisfaction
Follow the IBM rules and regulations and ensure audibility at all the time.
Ensure clarity via proper and timely communication
Be active member of the technical community (e.g., asset/ HW/education/skills/ICAP/Patent/Offering Development, Redbook/process improvements/publications/conference presentations/marketing collateral/pre-sales support. other givebacks…)
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
Strong Business English
Willing to Travel
Deep Technical knowledge, skill and experience working with Power (p and i), Storage Systems
Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate technical issues
Excellent Client Facing Skill
Ability to work with customers, account teams, technical consultants and management
Client and Solution Focus
Creative Problem Solving
Taking Ownership and Responsibility
Sense of Urgency
Teamwork
Demonstrate leadership skills
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience: none
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education: Master's Degree
Travel Required: No Travel
Is Extensive Time Away From Home Required? No
EO Statement IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Primary job category Technical Services
Group ID (R) STG
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