Senior Solutions Manager

Vena Solutions Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 106,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Vena Solutions Inc. is seeking a Senior Solutions Manager to architect Proof of Concept solutions and showcase Vena’s cloud platform to prospective clients.

You will own the POC timeline, coordinate with Solutions Consultants, and lead the cycle from file review through design, build, test and delivery. You will mentor team members, translate complex requirements into compelling demos, and contribute to productized solutions and battlecards.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' related work experience with a CPM vendor.
• Advanced knowledge of FP&A across 2-3 industries with ability to articulate requirements.
• Ability to translate prospect requirements into a Vena solution architected to illustrate value.
• Experience building complex POC solutions and demos.

Responsibilities

• Lead the POC cycle from initial file review to design, build, test and delivery.
• Architect and build POCs that meet defined success criteria and time constraints.
• Mentor Solutions Managers and Consultants on product, solution and subject matter expertise.
• Create and maintain POC solution designs and architecture documentation.
• Collaborate with Solutions Consultants and prospects to ensure POC value.

Skills

POC development

CPM domain knowledge

Team leadership

Effective communication

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Senior Solutions Manager

Department: Proof of Concept

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Canada - Flex (0006)

Description

This is a flexible position and has the option of working in our Toronto office full time or hybrid with two days in the office per week. Vena Solutions is seeking a Senior Solutions Manager to help us expand our sophisticated SaaS cloud technology.

As our Senior Solutions Manager, you will be architecting Proof of Concept solutions for our clients to demonstrate how the Vena platform works. You will quickly translate prospect requirements into solutions that go beyond addressing stated pain points to illustrate Vena's broader value, own the project timeline, and lead the POC cycle from initial file review through design, build, test and delivery. You will serve as a key escalation point for challenges, time constraints and resource allocation, and engage directly with Solutions Consultants and prospects to ensure each POC is aligned to expectations and adds value to their business.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Work with presales Solutions Consultants to deconstruct a client/prospect business process and define the strategy for delivering a meaningful Proof of Concept solution (POC)
• Architect and build POCs that deliver the defined success criteria, are timely, complete, of high quality (including demo script), are within the allotted hours, and go beyond the prospect's stated pain points to illustrate Vena's value
• Build complex integration channels, manage Vena tables and create complex calc scripts to support advanced POC solutions
• Lead the POC cycle for the Solutions team, from initial file review with the prospect through design, build, test and delivery
• Lead the dry-run discussion with the Solutions Consultant and prospect to confirm POC scope is aligned to expectations; where changes are needed, define the simplest way to incorporate them into the build
• Act as a key escalation point for challenges, time constraints and resource allocation during POC builds, and lead continuous process improvement efforts to drive efficiency and enable scale
• Mentor and guide Solutions Managers and new Solutions Consultants by providing your expertise on product, solution and subject matter expertise
• Transform POC solutions to productized vertical, industry and partner solutions, and where required create, refine and maintain sales solutions, corporate standard demo, sales workshops and trial versions
• Serve as a contributor and subject matter expert for competitive battlecards, supporting Vena's position in highly competitive deals
• Create and maintain any required POC solution design and architecture documentation; other duties, as assigned

We'd Love to See

• 4+ years' related work experience with a proven track record working with or at a Corporate Performance Management (CPM) vendor;
• Advanced understanding of Vena's product features, including the ability to build complex integration channels, manage Vena tables and create complex calc scripts;
• Advanced knowledge of FP&A in at least 2-3 industries (e.g. manufacturing, services, banking, insurance), with the ability to clearly articulate the unique requirements of those industries and how Vena addresses them;
• Ability to quickly understand prospect requirements and translate them into a Vena solution architected to illustrate Vena's value beyond the stated pain points;
• Advanced knowledge of Vena's competitive advantage, including advanced knowledge of at least one Vena competitor and the ability to build demoware that positions Vena in highly competitive deals;
• Comprehensive skill set using Excel; experience with Power BI an asset;
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor team members, manage multiple concurrent POC timelines and scoped hours, and serve as an escalation point for the team;
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to lead dry-run discussions and demonstrate POCs to a Prospect Champion;
• Self-learner, with sense of initiative, and perseverance to deliver high-quality work under pressure
• Interest in AI and willingness to explore AI-driven solutions to enhance performance and drive efficiencies

The base salary range for this role is $106,250 - 143,750 CAD.

*Our salaries are tailored to roles, levels and locations. Your individual pay within this range is influenced by factors like work location, skills, experience and education. As you progress in your role, your compensation may adapt, offering flexibility for growth beyond initial levels. For specifics, your recruiter will provide details and address any questions during the hiring process.