Senior Functional Consultant

Job description

Transforming the Future of Enterprise Planning At o9, our mission is to be the Most Value-Creating Platform for enterprises by transforming decision-making through our AI-first approach. By integrating siloed planning capabilities and capturing millions—even billions—in value leakage, we help businesses plan smarter and faster. This not only enhances operational efficiency but also reduces waste, leading to better outcomes for both businesses and the planet. Global leaders like Google, PepsiCo, Walmart, T-Mobile, AB InBev, and Starbucks trust o9 to optimize their supply chains. Job Title: Associate Architect At o9, we invest in people. We seek talented, driven individuals to power our transformative approach. You’ll thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, growing while making a real impact. What you’ll do for us… Demonstrate thorough knowledge of industry best practices, business processes, o9 platform, and value proposition of the planning transformation to anchor the project from design to delivery, for customers across industries and geographies Lead the blueprinting workshops by prescribing o9s point of view and understanding the customer’s requirements Collaborate with client stakeholders, configuration leads and product experts to create and document business requirements as well as detail the functional design Support the technical team in identifying and documenting the data required to enable the designed business processes (from various sources such as ERP systems, PLM systems, databases, excel sheets, emails, and others). Devise the strategy to create, maintain and predict the missing data elements. Support Project Managers in mapping user stories to sprints, detailing the project timelines, risks and getting timely customer sign-offs Work with the build team to configure the solution for solving client’s planning use cases Collaborate with the internal cross functional teams to resolve issues and validate resolutions for a successful project delivery Manage the build activity in terms of scope, deliverable validation, client demonstration and acceptance of the user stories Plan, develop and deliver Super User and End User training, for the core user base. Travel- 30-50% based on client requirements What you’ll have… 経験: コンサルティングまたはITシステム導入プロジェクトへの参加経験（業務要件の整理、課題抽出、または設計・開発・テストのいずれかのフェーズにおける実務経験） 複雑な課題やトピックを整理・構造化し、わかりやすく資料化して顧客やチームと議論した経験 課題解決に向け、データ分析やロジック構築（Excel/SQL/Python/各種分析ツールなど手法は問わず）に取り組んだ経験 サプライチェーン（SCP/SCM）、計画業務（需要・供給・生産など）、あるいは統計・最適化技術に対する興味・関心（尚可）※実務経験は問わず アジャイル手法やスプリント形式でのプロジェクト推進経験（尚可） スキル・特性: 高い学習意欲： 新しいテクノロジーや見知らぬ業務ドメインに対しても、知的好奇心を持って素直に吸収し、自らキャッチアップできる姿勢。 主体的な行動力： 指示を待つだけでなく、「次に何が必要か」を考え、チームやプロジェクトのために自発的に動ける指向性。 高い共感力とチームワーク： 顧客の困りごとに親身寄り添い、異なるバックグラウンドを持つ仲間や多様なタイムゾーンのメンバーと協調して ビジネス上の価値 を出せる力。 語学力： 日本語はネイティブレベル、またはビジネスにおいて高度な折衝・プレゼンテーション・ファシリテーションが可能なレベル。 英語でのコミュニケーション（読み書き・会話）に対する抵抗感がないこと。（グローバルチームとのチャットや仕様確認、英語でのトレーニングツール利用などに前向きに取り組める意欲を重視） What We Offer Competitive Salary – We recognize and reward talent. Flexible Work – Work from home two days a week—less commuting, more time for what matters. Supportive Team – Work alongside a diverse, talented team you can learn from every day. Diversity & Inclusion – We celebrate our international workforce and value different perspectives. How the process works Apply – Submit your application by clicking the Apply button . Initial Contact – Our recruiter will connect with you via video or phone call to discuss the role and understand your background. Online Assessment - (If Applicable) Tech Round 1 – An initial discussion to evaluate your skills and expertise. Tech Round 2 – A deeper assessment to understand your approach and proficiency. Managerial Round – A conversation with the hiring manager to evaluate collaboration, team fit, and growth potential. HR Round – A final discussion on company culture, expectations, and career progression. More about us… At o9, transparency and open communication are at the core of our culture. Collaboration thrives across all levels—hierarchy, distance, or function never limit innovation or teamwork. Beyond work, we encourage volunteering opportunities, social impact initiatives, and diverse cultural celebrations. With a $3.7 billion valuation and a global presence across Dallas, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Madrid, London, Paris, Tokyo, Seoul, and Munich, o9 is among the fastest-growing technology companies in the world. Through our aim10x vision, we are committed to AI-powered management, driving 10x improvements in enterprise decision-making. Our Enterprise Knowledge Graph enables businesses to anticipate risks, adapt to market shifts, and gain real-time visibility. By automating millions of decisions and reducing manual interventions by up to 90%, we empower enterprises to drive profitable growth, reduce inefficiencies, and create lasting value. o9 is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. Join us as we continue our growth journey!