［IBM_Japan］ Delivery Consultant_Mainframe

Introduction
IBM Application Consultants work directly with our clients on key initiatives. You will have the opportunity to build an in-depth understanding of their business issues and implement organizational strategies that drive adoption of change. We are looking for experts who can build credibility and trust with our clients and provide knowledge that addresses individual and unique business needs.

Your Role and Responsibilities
◆◆◆◆ Position Summary Mission ◆◆◆
As a Delivery Consultant you will work with team members to promote service delivery with a focus on IBM Mainframe z/OS and z/Linux.
We provide a wide range of mainframe related services from product technical support services to infrastructure construction projects
We are looking for someone who has not only product knowledge and product skills but also the ability to participate from the proposal phase and take on the role of project start-up to project leader.
We are looking for someone who can participate from the proposal phase and take on the role of project leader to start up the project.

◆◆◆◆Duties ◆◆
(1)Promote service delivery of IBM mainframes with a focus on z/OS and z/Linux
(2)Promote projects in the pre-sales phase. (In cooperation with sales promote understanding of customer requirements materialization of SOW project structure building etc.)
(3)Promote business collaboration and co-creation with business partners.
(4)Develop reusable assets through implementation projects and promote their use in new businesses.

◆◆◆◆The appeal of this position ◆◆◆
You will work in the core organization that promotes the mainframe business within IBM.
This is a great opportunity to play a role in supporting the core business of IBM and Japanese industry by promoting the mainframe business where your mission-critical systems operate.
The environment allows you to work in close proximity to experts in mainframe-related products and to learn the latest technologies using actual equipment.
You will not be restricted to unconventional activities but will be allowed to think freely and be open to any activity that leads to the realization of your business goals.

◆◆◆ Recommended for these people ◆◆◆
Those who are willing to learn new technologies and deploy them in real projects.
Those who are sincere in their dealings with clients in meetings and email correspondence.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise
Experience in mainframe business (3+ years whether in pre-sales or delivery phase)
3+ years of experience in project management and project planning
Experience leading negotiations with customers and other teams (3+ years whether in pre-sales or delivery phase)
Basic understanding of system infrastructure at the HW/OS/NW layer and the ability to create specific system configuration plans from infrastructure requirements. Or familiarity with IBM mainframe products (z/OS IMS CICS MQ Db2 NetView).
The candidate must be willing and able to learn new technologies and take action with business goals and business outcomes in mind.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
Experience with z/OS (3+ years regardless of whether in pre-sales or delivery phase)
Understanding of Cyber Vault (GDPS etc.).
PMP certification
English communication skills (email conversation)