Manufacturing Industry Expert (SME)

Adastra; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm is seeking a part-time expert to drive data-driven solutions in the manufacturing sector. In this hybrid role, you will leverage your extensive knowledge of operational processes and analytics to address unique industry challenges. Collaborating closely with the sales team, you will design tailored solutions that highlight the company's capabilities in data management and AI/ML. This opportunity allows you to stay at the forefront of industry trends while making a significant impact on clients' success. Join a dynamic team committed to shaping the future of manufacturing through transformative data solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the manufacturing industry at an executive level.
• Strong grasp of operational processes and data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of manufacturing challenges and propose solutions.
• Collaborate with sales to identify client needs and present solutions.

Skills

Data Analytics

Business Intelligence

Supply Chain Management

Executive Communication

Predictive Analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering

Master's Degree (Nice to Have)

Tools

IoT Technologies

Industry 4.0 Solutions

Job description

Overview

Join a team at the forefront of data-driven innovation, where you’ll shape transformative solutions in the Manufacturing industry. In this role, you’ll leverage your specialized expertise to drive impactful data and analytics solutions tailored to unique industry challenges and opportunities. You’ll collaborate closely with our sales team to understand client needs, propose customized solutions, and showcase the value of Adastra’s offerings.

Location: Across Canada

Position Type: Contract, estimated duration of 1 year with the possibility of extension

Employment Type: Part-Time (4–6 hours per week during regular business hours)

Work Type: Hybrid — occasional on-site presence required for meetings

Responsibilities:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of manufacturing challenges, including supply chain optimization, predictive maintenance, and quality control

• Collaborate with the sales team to identify potential clients, understanding their specific pain points and business objectives

• Design and present custom solution proposals that highlight Adastra's capabilities in data management, advanced analytics, and AI/ML

• Conduct proof-of-concept demonstrations to validate the feasibility and value of Adastra's offerings for manufacturing clients

• Serve as a subject matter expert, offering technical and industry-specific guidance to the sales team and clients

• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to ensure Adastra’s solutions remain competitive and relevant

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Extensive experience in the manufacturing industry at an executive level, with a strong grasp of operational processes, supply chain management, and data-driven decision-making

• Experience in the usage of data analytics, business intelligence, and applications of technologies such as Industry 4.0, IoT, and predictive analytics in manufacturing
• Executive communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience in presales or solution engineering within a consulting or technology services environment is preferred

Nice to Have:

• A track record of successful presales or solution engineering experience, preferably within a consulting or technology services environment

About Adastra

For more than 25 years, Adastra has been hyper-focused on data and the infrastructures to support it. We are an international consulting company working with businesses and IT Leaders to extract value through data and analytic solutions in the domains of Cloud, Data Management, Analytics, AI and ML, Governance, Hyper Automation, and Enterprise Application Development. Our team of experts, combined with our worldclass data management platform, helps provide trusted insights, establish frameworks, enforce best practices, and streamline processes for around-the-clock global coverage. Adastra has a proven track record of helping organizations of all sizes – from SMEs to Fortune 1000s – achieve their data transformation goals, whether that be accelerating innovation, improving operational excellence, or creating unforgettable customer experiences.

Equal Opportunity Employer

In our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants, Adastra Corporation provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. In addition, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process. Adastra Corporation’s implementation and support of employment initiatives, encourage diversified labour force participation and equal access to opportunities based on merit and performance

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