IFS Service and Maintenance Consultant

About Arcwide

At Arcwide , we are more than just a consultancy – we are a team driven by commitment, teamwork, excellence, and passion . As the largest IFS Partner globally , we deliver world-class IFS Cloud solutions that transform businesses, and we’re on a mission to continue setting the standard for excellence. We are currently searching for motivated and dedicated individuals who are ready to take that next step of their career.

As the demand for IFS Cloud consulting continues to grow worldwide, Arcwide strategically positions itself as the largest preferred IFS partner by combining the world-class business consultancy of BearingPoint with the best-in-class cloud technology and innovation of IFS, to implement digital business transformation globally, delivering more value, faster. Arcwide is an IFS Platinum Channel & Services Partner that offers a full range of services and support to their customers worldwide. Arcwide has more than 600+ professionals in 20 countries , who collectively have hundreds of years of IFS experience in delivering business and technology transformations. To learn more about our company, click here .

What you can expect from the role:

As a Functional Consultant, you will work with internationally oriented medium to large-sized organisations to successfully implement and optimise the IFS Service & Maintenance solution within IFS Cloud. You will help customers transform and improve their service operations, maintenance management, asset lifecycle processes, and field service delivery. If you enjoy delivering complex ERP projects, collaborating with customers, and solving business challenges, then this role is for you.

- Specific domain knowledge in the Service & Maintenance business area, including work orders, preventive maintenance, asset management, field service management, and service contracts.
- Understanding customer business needs and guiding them in the most effective use of IFS Cloud Service & Maintenance capabilities and related products.
- Identifying and bridging the gap between customer business requirements and IFS solutions.
- Conducting customer workshops, training sessions, and solution demonstrations.
- Leading and owning solution design, configuration, and scope definition within the Service & Maintenance stream.
- Guiding customers through testing activities, user acceptance testing, and Go Live preparation.
- Understanding customer business processes, industry challenges, and operational requirements related to service delivery and asset maintenance.
- Acting as a trusted advisor by recommending best practices and challenging existing processes where appropriate.
- Providing a high level of customer service throughout the project lifecycle.
- Developing and maintaining deep knowledge of service management, maintenance operations, asset performance, and related business processes.
- Keeping up to date with industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies within service and asset management.
- Managing, coaching, and mentoring junior consultants and project team members.
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of Arcwide and IFS methodologies, accelerators, and implementation approaches.
- Confidently designing solutions, advising customers, and ensuring successful project outcomes.
- Enjoying the balance between understanding strategic business objectives and working through detailed functional requirements to deliver the best possible solution.

What we will look for in your resume:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree (e.g., Business, IT, Engineering, or related discipline), equivalent work experience, or relevant professional qualifications.
- US or Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency.
- Fluent in English.
- Strong communication and customer-facing skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.
- Experience working with IFS Cloud in a consulting role or as a key business user.
- Proven experience implementing or supporting IFS Service & Maintenance, Field Service Management, Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), or related solutions.
- Industry experience in one or more of the following sectors: Service Industries, Utilities, Energy, Construction & Engineering, Aerospace & Defence, Manufacturing, Telecommunications, or Asset-Intensive Organisations.
- Strong understanding of maintenance and service business processes, including preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance, work management, service contracts, field service operations, and asset lifecycle management.
- A genuine interest in how technology and ERP systems can optimise service delivery, maintenance efficiency, and asset performance.
- Commercial awareness, strong business acumen, and a proactive "can-do" attitude.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and solution design skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to learn quickly and communicate complex concepts clearly.
- Flexibility and creativity in identifying and presenting alternative solutions.
- Self-motivated and willing to go beyond expectations to deliver value for customers.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within project teams.
- Strong time management, organisational, and documentation skills.
- A proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate and address challenges before they escalate.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Why you will enjoy working at Arcwide:

- Competitive Salary - We offer a competitive compensation package designed to reward both individual contributions and company success. For this role, the anticipated base salary falls within a range of $60,000–$150,000 USD annually, depending on location, experience, and qualifications. Compensation may vary for employees outside of the United States based on local market conditions, currency exchange rates, and regional compensation structures. For highly experienced candidates, total compensation may be adjusted commensurate with skills and experience.
- Benefits Packages - you will have access to an excellent benefits package that includes: paid vacation and sick time; paid company holidays; healthcare insurance, life and disability coverage; tax saving plans; retirement plan; wellbeing plan; mobile phone allowance; a laptop, and additional optional benefits!
- Hybrid working – where each team has autonomy to determine their in-person and remote working schedule.
- Continuous learning – we understand that it is imperative to invest in our people’s development. Therefore, we ensure that you are always progressing in your career with learning and development opportunities.
- Work life balance – our people perform best when there is work-life balance to empower our team to thrive both professionally and personally, fostering long-term success and well-being.
- Equal & inclusive culture – we are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce where each individual feels they belong and can thrive in a work environment with a strong sense of community.