Demo Build Associate

The Vistex Demo Build Associate role is designed to prepare new-grads and young professionals for a career in Presales and ERP system support. Candidates hired will initially work as a Demo Build Associate, reporting directly to the Sr. Manager, Demo Build, and will be located in the Vistex Hoffman Estates, IL office. During the first 6 months, candidates will take part in formal training, learning baseline SAP knowledge, as well as technical and functional capabilities of the Vistex Go-To-Market Suites. In addition to training, during this time, candidates will have the opportunity to assist in the design and build of customized demo scenarios for potential and existing customers of the Vistex Go-To-Market Suites. This position is in Hoffman Estates, IL.

Following 6 months of training, candidates will be assigned to a peer mentor and will continue to assist with the day-to-day activities, job shadowing, continued training, and special projects. After one year of employment and completion of requirements, candidates will be moved into the role of Demo Build Specialist.

In addition, candidates can expect to have frequent interaction with Solution Engineers, Sales, Marketing, Client Services, and Product Management as well as external prospect/client-facing interactions. Candidate must be able to travel across the U.S. and internationally.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in SAP baseline training and Vistex Go-To-Market Suites technical and functional training
• Assist with product demos and technical presentations for potential clients, partners, and sales team
• Develop and maintain in-depth technical, product functionality, and operation knowledge of Vistex software products
• Provide ongoing product-specific technical guidance to Presales team members and other audiences as required and appropriate
• Develop, as needed, supplemental product/solution documentation complementary to prospect/client business and technical demonstrations
• Configure Vistex software for multiple business scenarios across multiple industries
• Tailor existing demonstrations or work with the Vistex team to configure new business scenarios based on customer requirements for sales demonstrations
• Participate in business requirements gathering and design solutions within the Vistex framework to meet the needs of sales demonstrations
• Assist in the creation of presentations for company events and trade shows
• Other duties as required or directed

About us: The Vistex platform helps businesses finally get control of all their different promotions, rebates, SPAs, discounts, and other incentives. With so many programs across so many partner relationships, it can be impossible to see where all the money is going, let alone how much difference it’s actually making to revenue. With Vistex, business leaders can see the numbers, see what really works, and see what to do next – so they can make sure every dollar they spend really is driving more growth, not just more costs. It’s why global enterprises ranging from Coca-Cola to Sony to Grainger rely on Vistex every day. Vistex | Now it all adds up.™

Experience

• Self-motivated, team-minded entrepreneurial attitude
• Ability to learn new software quickly
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and multiple work plans
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

• Flexible; ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Highly reliable and dedicated work ethic with consistent attendance and punctuality are critical
• Highly organized, with strong planning skills; deliver on-time and to high-quality standards
• Proven ability to be both a team player and work independently
• Highly accountable, understanding that Presales Engineering directly impacts the Vistex brand, market reputation, prospect/client impressions, and sales performance
• A cool-head, able to maintain poise and composure under pressure in relatively ambiguous and complex situations
• Extremely comfortable in a fast-paced environment that requires excellent time-management and the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively