What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP, Technology Strategy (B2B Commerce) position at Merkle?
Job Description:
As our new B2B Commerce Technology Strategist, you will report to the SVP of Technology Strategy and partner with other senior leaders, analysts and managers on each project. You will be called to master our frameworks and develop an advanced understanding of how B2B commerce ecosystems promote complex buying experiences. You will work across industries with subject matter experts to deliver sound consulting recommendations informing planning, strategic decisions and technical implementations.
You Will:
Benefits available with this position include:
To begin the application process, please click on the "Apply" button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.
At dentsu, we believe great work happens when we’re connected. Our way of working combines flexibility with in-person collaboration to spark ideas and strengthen our teams. Employees who live within a commutable distance of one of our hub offices, currently located in Chicago, metro Detroit, Los Angeles, and New York City, are required and expected to work from the office three days per week (two days per week for employees based in Los Angeles). Dentsu may designate other Hub offices at any time. Those who live outside a commutable range may be designated as remote, depending on the role and business needs. Regardless of your work location, we expect our employees to be flexible to meet the needs of our Company and clients, which may include attendance in an office.
Location:
New York
Brand:
Merkle
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dentsu is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with us, please send an e-mail to ApplicantAccommodations@dentsu.com by clicking on the link to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. We are here to support you.
As our new B2B Commerce Technology Strategist, you will report to the SVP of Technology Strategy and partner with other senior leaders, analysts and managers on each project. You will be called to master our frameworks and develop an advanced understanding of how B2B commerce ecosystems promote complex buying experiences. You will work across industries with subject matter experts to deliver sound consulting recommendations informing planning, strategic decisions and technical implementations.
You Will:
- Provide expertise, vendor knowledge, and industry best practices across B2B commerce technology components including: Product Information Management (PIM), Configure-Price-Quote (CPQ), B2B Commerce Platforms, Order Orchestration, and Integration Middleware
- Connect B2B commerce capabilities to client needs and build compelling stories to explain value
- Build relationships and manage client expectations by facilitating and driving client meetings and discussions
- Lead daily delivery efforts partnering with engagement team members to complete materials in PowerPoint, Excel (maintaining spreadsheets), and Lucidchart
- Lead discovery meetings with clients, new partners, vendors or subject matter experts taking notes, gathering documentation and identifying follow-ups
- Bring an industry-leading perspective about B2B commerce technology and create expertise in complex buying journeys
- Provide opinions and recommendations for quote-to-cash processes, self-service portals, and B2B marketplace strategies
- Lead consulting engagements by building storytelling and developing recommendations for digital B2B transformation
- Partner with CX & C teams to ensure B2B experiences rival B2C in sophistication while maintaining enterprise complexity
- Develop materials illustrating how PIM, CPQ, and commerce platforms work together to support complex B2B buying
- Support business development opportunities across variety of industries as a B2B commerce subject matter expert
- 8 years of experience consulting within B2B commerce technology OR 8 years implementing B2B commerce platforms in enterprise environments
- Senior knowledge of B2B commerce concepts including product configuration, dynamic pricing, quote management, and order orchestration
- Expert knowledge in PIM systems, CPQ platforms, and B2B commerce solutions from vendors like SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, commercetools, or similar
- Experience with B2B-specific challenges: complex pricing models, approval workflows, account hierarchies, and contract management
- Expert proficiency in Excel (can maintain spreadsheets), PowerPoint, Lucidchart, Miro and Visio
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
- Ability to travel for clients up to 25%
- Experience with API-first commerce architectures and microservices
- Experience with industry-specific B2B requirements (manufacturing, distribution, healthcare)
- Knowledge of B2B payment systems and credit management
- Success leading digital transformation projects for B2B organizations
- Understanding of how B2B commerce integrates with ERP and CRM systems
Benefits available with this position include:
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance,
- Life insurance,
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance,
- 401k,
- Flexible paid time off,
- At least 15 paid holidays per year,
- Paid sick and safe leave, and
- Paid parental leave.
To begin the application process, please click on the "Apply" button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.
At dentsu, we believe great work happens when we’re connected. Our way of working combines flexibility with in-person collaboration to spark ideas and strengthen our teams. Employees who live within a commutable distance of one of our hub offices, currently located in Chicago, metro Detroit, Los Angeles, and New York City, are required and expected to work from the office three days per week (two days per week for employees based in Los Angeles). Dentsu may designate other Hub offices at any time. Those who live outside a commutable range may be designated as remote, depending on the role and business needs. Regardless of your work location, we expect our employees to be flexible to meet the needs of our Company and clients, which may include attendance in an office.
Location:
New York
Brand:
Merkle
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dentsu is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with us, please send an e-mail to ApplicantAccommodations@dentsu.com by clicking on the link to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. We are here to support you.
Salary : $163,000 - $263,350