SEARCH Group Partners, a premier recruiting firm, is seeking experienced Solution Architect for one of our SaaS clients located in Chicago, IL . This is a hybrid role, going into the local office 2-3 days a week.

Here are a few things you'll likely find yourself doing in this role...

• Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs, challenges, and objectives. They conduct thorough requirements gathering sessions, workshops, and interviews to capture essential requirements and translate them into actionable insights.
• Using the collected requirements, determine the most suitable platform features within the out-of-the-box (OOTB) system, utilizing their proficiency in the platform's functionalities, configurations, and integrations.
• Oversee the establishment of standardized configurations and preferences that align with the organization's requirements including the definition of default settings for various components of the platform, such as general settings, break types, KPI components/ Dashboards, People Settings, Metadata Types/ Layouts, user permissions, and other application configurations.
• Engage the Product Team to solution and design custom work in line with customer's requirements and project timelines.
• Manage organizational change and ensuring successful adoption of the new software solution by developing change management strategies, communicate changes effectively to stakeholders, and provide support to minimize resistance and promote user adoption.
• Work closely with the implementation team to identify potential barriers to adoption and develop strategies to overcome them, ensuring a smooth transition to the new software.
• Collaborate closely with technical teams to ensure that the solution design is technically feasible, aligned with best practices, and optimized for the platform's capabilities.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to showcase the capabilities and value of the SaaS platform to clients. They highlight how the platform addresses specific business challenges and delivers tangible benefits.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Solution Architecture/Consulting or strategic alliances, within the technology or software industry.
• Deep understanding of the QSR industry, including its dynamics, key players, and emerging trends.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients to understand their requirements, address concerns, and ensure satisfaction throughout the implementation process.
• Experience conducting requirements gathering sessions, workshops, and interviews.
• Proven ability to translate client requirements into actionable solutions, leveraging product's features and functionalities to create tailored solutions that align with client objectives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying and addressing challenges that arise during the implementation process, ensuring successful deployment and integrations.
• Ability to provide feedback on solution effectiveness and advocate for necessary adjustments or enhancements.

Must have eligibility to work in the United States without needing sponsorship now or at any time.