What are the responsibilities and job description for the Functional Consultant position at Avance Consulting?
Role : MES Functional consultant (Product Development Leader)
Responsible for overseeing the design, development, and rollout of MES solution. Requires a combination of MES expertise, leadership, and deep knowledge of manufacturing processes. The leader will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Business teams, Factory teams, Development team, Architectural team, and operations, to align the MES strategy with business goals.
Experience and Skills :
15 years of experience in MES development and manufacturing IT.
Proven track record in leading product development for MES or similar industrial software.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, shop-floor operations, and IT / OT integration.
Expertise in various MES modules such as Product tracking, Order Management, BOM Management, Quality management, and integrations.
Location : USA - TAMPA
Key Responsibilities :
Product Development & Strategy
Define and drive the MES product roadmap in alignment with business needs and customer requirements
Lead the development of MES solutions, ensuring compliance with business needs
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify pain points, gather requirements, and translate them into product features and enhancements
Oversee the production deployment
Leadership & Team Management
Manage and mentor a team of MES developers, architects, and testers
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence
Coordinate with project managers to ensure on-time delivery of MES solutions within scope and budget
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with business and Factory teams to ensure MES solutions address business challenges
Act as the primary liaison between the MES development team and customers
Present product updates, performance metrics, and business impact to senior leadership
Other Skills
Strategic Thinking : Ability to align MES solutions with long-term business goals
Problem Solving : Proactively address challenges in system integration and functionality
Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work effectively with Factory , operations, and business teams
Customer Focus : Ensure MES solutions meet user needs and drive measurable value
Qualifications : 15 years of experience in MES development and manufacturing IT.
bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
Proven track record in leading product development for MES or similar industrial software.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, shop-floor operations, and IT / OT integration.
Expertise in various MES modules such as Product tracking, Order Management, BOM Management, Quality management, and integrations.
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