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Introduction

The Software Strategy Consultant is responsible for developing insights through data and experience in support of strategy engagements for executive leaders in IBM Software. 

 

You'll work with leaders across IBM Software to accelerate our Hybrid Cloud and AI strategy. 

 

Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge serve as the foundation to success in IBM Consulting. In your role, you'll be encouraged to use data analytics, benchmarking, research and other techniques to design strategies that can transition rapidly to execution for immediate impact. Successful engagements will accelerate client adoption of IBM software platforms and drive sustainable software revenue growth. 

Your role and responsibilities

As a Strategy Consultant , you'll be working closely with Leaders across IBM’s Software business to understand opportunities and pain points, bringing together capabilities across strategy, innovation, design, data analytics, cognitive computing, and technology platforms to develop and deliver high-impact strategies and transformation programs. In your role, you will be responsible to: 

 

  • Perform data analysis, quantitative modeling, market analysis, competitive benchmarking, expert interviews, operational analysis and root cause identification
  • Support strategic discussions with senior software executives, demonstrating acumen in the software business in the process
  • Formulate decision-ready recommendations for senior business leaders
  • Help structure and support change initiatives to deliver targeted business outcomes
  • Independently manage a workstream on a consulting engagement
  • Support their teammates as needed to deliver commitments to clients 
  • Meet the planning, control, and administration of any financial activities related to assigned projects

 

Ultimately, the Consultant should be a role model of how to deliver strategy project and business outcomes with speed and precision.

Required education
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred education
Master's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise
  • 3-5 years experience in Strategy Consulting, Software, Product Management Finance or Data Science
  • Proven experience in delivering strategic consulting engagements
  • Ability to rapidly construct usable data sets from multiple structured and unstructured data sources
  • Demonstrated expertise in applying analytical approaches to generate insights from complex data sets, including root cause analysis, statistical analysis, and the use of data science tools (e.g., SQL, advanced Excel).
  • Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced, and multi-threaded environments. Can manage shifting priorities and progress multiple workstreams simultaneously

 

 

Preferred technical and professional experience
  • 5-7 years’ experience in Strategy Consulting in the Technology/Software industry
  • Experience delivering strategic consulting engagements specifically in the software industry
  • Deep experience in developing and applying strategic consulting methodologies
  • Strong technical and analytical abilities, a knack for driving impact and growth

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM has a global presence, operating in more than 175 countries with a broad-based geographic distribution of revenue. The company’s Global Markets organization is a strategic sales business unit that manages IBM’s global footprint, working closely with dedicated country-based operating units to serve clients locally. These country teams have client relationship managers who lead integrated teams of consultants, solution specialists and delivery professionals to enable clients’ growth and innovation. By complementing local expertise with global experience and digital capabilities, IBM builds deep and broad-based client relationships. This local management focus fosters speed in supporting clients, addressing new markets and making investments in emerging opportunities. Additionally, the Global Markets organization serves clients with expertise in their industry as well as through the products and services that IBM and partners supply. IBM is also expanding its reach to new and existing clients through digital marketplaces.

YOUR LIFE @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

 

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

 

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

ABOUT IBM

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

 

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. 

 

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.


OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

  • Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
  • Financial programs such as 401(k), the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
  • Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
  • Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
  • Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences


We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.


This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.