Client Manager
Vistex job in Hoffman Estates, IL
Vistex Client Manager will manage and develop new and existing clients and work towards strengthening our relationships and increasing Vistex footprint. This person will also resolve clients' issues and communicate information accurately to the teams, engage with clients, position and aggressively pursue Vistex services and will be assigned to multiple clients/implementations simultaneously which could be in various regions of the country.
Responsibilities:
* Assist in expanding Vistex consulting service offerings.
* Build client relationships with C Level executives and stakeholders.
* Understand client's business and business processes and act as Vistex advocate to address the existing gaps by selling Vistex implementation services.
* Position and assist in up selling additional Vistex software.
* Develop sales and solution strategies.
* Understand and work with different teams to provide solution roadmap to clients.
* Assist in finalizing proposals, project planning and estimating.
* Assist in pre-sales activities for implementation services.
* Be accountable for all services engagement.
The compensation for this position is $72k - $90k annually. Base pay will vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's location, job-related knowledge, skills, and work experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus. Vistex provides highly competitive benefits including comprehensive healthcare plan, and paid time off, including paid volunteerism days!
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.
Qualifications
Education
Degree: Bachelors
Experience
SAP Consulting Sales experience and/or SAP sales experience
Excellent client-facing and interpersonal skill
Understanding of RFPs, Contracts and SOWs
Exposure to multiple full lifecycle software implementations
Collaborative and consultative work style
Ability to link business processes with products/solutions
Independent thinking with keen problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt to changing schedules and multiple work plans
Experience working with Big 4 or other large consulting firms is preferred
Director of Donor Services
Evanston, IL job
Req number:
R6602
Employment type:
Full time
Worksite flexibility:
OnsiteWho we are
CAI is a global technology services firm with over 8,500 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right-whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.
Job Summary
As a Director of Donor Services, you will secure private financial contributions and communicate with a variety of donors. This position requires up to 20% travel.
Job Description
We are seeking a Director of Donor Services for our client, a well-respected and nationally recognized not-for-profit corporation that conducts scholarship programs. This is a direct hire position and is full-time, onsite in Evanston, Illinois.
Our client is seeking a professional who will report directly to the Executive Director of Scholar and Donor Services. This individual will help manage the corporation's efforts to secure private financial contributions and will serve as the secondary department leadership role in conducting an inaugural multi-million-dollar fundraising campaign. As part of a small team that covers the entire United States, this individual will be expected to travel approximately 20% of the year and must be comfortable communicating with a variety of contacts including Scholars and corporate and foundation executives. This individual must have a strong work ethic, solid communication skills (both oral and written), and be self-motivated, well-organized, and work well both independently and with others in teams. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of practical related development experience including supervising a team and oversight of an overall fundraising function.
Due to the specific legal and contractual requirements associated with this position, only US Citizens and Green Card Holders/Permanent residents will be considered for this role.
What You'll Do
Work with internal staff and corporate leadership to complete a major inaugural fundraising campaign
Initiate dialogue and cultivate ongoing interactions with potential donors
Educate potential donors about the corporation's mission and cultivate requests for financial support to grow and expand the corporation's mission
Identify and research potential donors from an extensive prospect pool
Assist with internal analysis and report to the Executive Director of Scholar and Donor Services concerning developments regarding fundraising activities and campaign status
Work directly with other internal departments to enhance prospecting efforts
Extensive use of a customized database in addition to standard PC applications
Recommend and help implement procedural improvements/efficiencies
Perform general administrative duties, including data input, correspondence, proofing documents, etc.
Various other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Scholar and Donor Services, President, other officers, and upper management of the corporation
What You'll Need
Required:
Bachelor's degree, required
Experience managing a portfolio of 75-100 donors
Solicitation of gifts of $25,000 and above
Team management and supervision experience including writing annual performance reviews, performance management, etc.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must have strong project management and organizational skills
Must have familiarity with philanthropic and fundraising best practices
Must be a collaborative team player who enjoys working with others
Thorough knowledge and experience working with Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat required
Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software - specifically, Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) is highly preferred
Strong awareness of corporate, private foundation, and collegiate sectors; marketing oriented; professional in demeanor and presentation; commitment to academic excellence; business-like communicator familiar with structured environments and deadlines; ability to effectively present ideas in detail at the boardroom level; strong commitment to the highest ethical business practices
Preferred:
Advanced degrees/certifications preferred
Physical Requirements
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
Ability to travel up to 20%
Our client provides excellent benefits including a corporate-sponsored health care plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), flexible spending accounts (health care, dependent care and transportation), and a very lucrative retirement plan.
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Reasonable accommodation statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 - 8111.
$90,000 - $115,000 per year
The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role receive paid time off and may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
Customer Service Representative
Chicago, IL job
Job Details:
The Customer Service Representative is the first person in the walk-up center that a customer comes in contact with for assistance. This position provides professional, knowledgeable, and courteous face to face customer support to all cardholders. This position typically works under close supervision and direction.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist Patrons regarding run transit fare payment programs.
Processes all card registrations, faxes and emails inquiries within contractual Key Performance Indicator timelines and accuracy requirements
Notifies management of all encounters that deviate from established policies, procedures and written/verbal instructions.
Processes lost/stolen, damaged/defective cards patron requests.
Processes authorized refunds via electronic transfers and banked money
Processes Fare Adjustment Envelopes (FAE) as needed
Assists with web account set-up and web access issues
Initiates outbound courtesy calls as needed.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Bilingual English/Spanish. High School Diploma or equivalent. AA degree preferred. Plus a minimum of two years experience in Customer Service/Retail. Must be a good team player, possess a positive attitude, be self-motivated and excel in a fast paced environment. Able to work and respond in a time-sensitive environment. Willing to work extended hours. Ability to type 40+ WPM. Proficient in Microsoft Office.
1st Shift: 8:30am-5:00pm
Help Desk Analyst
Chicago, IL job
Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Help Desk/Desktop Support Technician to provide hands-on technical support across our offices and remote sites. This role is ideal for someone early in their IT career who enjoys solving problems, working directly with end users, and is comfortable traveling to different company locations as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Provide Level 1-2 support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and peripheral hardware.
Troubleshoot issues with Windows 10/11, mac OS (optional), Office 365, and common business applications.
Install, configure, and maintain end-user devices (Lenovo/HP/Dell).
Support remote connectivity (VPN, MFA, Wi-Fi) and basic network troubleshooting.
Handle new hire onboarding tasks including workstation setup, account creation, and equipment deployment.
Assist with site visits for hardware rollouts, workstation moves, office setups, and equipment refresh projects.
Maintain documentation, tickets, and updates in the service management system (ServiceNow/Jira/etc.).
Provide hands-on support for video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex).
Ensure compliance with IT policies and support security best practices.
Participate in on-call or after-hours work during critical events or travel assignments.
Travel Requirements
Must be willing and able to travel 20% of the time.
Travel includes scheduled site visits, office buildouts, hardware refreshes, and urgent support needs.
Company provides travel accommodations, mileage reimbursement, and required equipment.
Qualifications
1-2 years of IT support, desktop support, or help desk experience (or equivalent internships/education).
Basic understanding of Windows troubleshooting, hardware components, and networking fundamentals.
Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently while traveling and representing the IT team onsite.
Valid driver's license required.
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience with imaging tools (SCCM, Intune, Autopilot).
Familiarity with Active Directory (password resets, group membership).
Experience supporting conference room A/V equipment.
Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or similar.
Wordpress and Graphic Design Specialist
Schaumburg, IL job
Nexus Communications Technology (Nexuscomm LLC), founded in 2016, is a leading Information and Communications Technology Systems Managed Network Services Provider (ICTS MNSP). Nexus offers advanced solutions to industries such as healthcare, real estate investment trusts (REITs), architecture and engineering (A&E) firms, hospitals, hospitality, and construction. The company specializes in ICT consulting, design, and installation services, using cutting-edge tools to ensure precise planning and execution. Nexus excels in structured wiring and network infrastructure, and also manages ISP and telecom carrier services, partnering with major providers. Additionally, Nexus provides high-definition IP CCTV surveillance, cloud-enabled door access control, and security solutions, as well as healthcare communications technology and smart building solutions.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role located in Schaumburg, IL, for a Wordpress and Graphic Design Specialist. The specialist will be responsible for designing and maintaining WordPress websites, creating graphic designs for various projects, developing logos, and managing branding efforts. Daily tasks include image editing, optimizing web pages for performance and user experience, and collaborating with marketing teams to ensure cohesive visual presentations.
Qualifications
Graphics, Graphic Design, Logo Design, and Branding skills
Experience in Image Editing
Proficiency in WordPress and web development
Strong understanding of user experience (UX) and design principles
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Experience in similar roles is a plus
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Web Development, or related field
Data Analyst - Statistician
Chicago, IL job
We're looking for a data-driven professional to join our team as a Data Analyst - Statistician, responsible for turning complex data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. In this role, you'll evaluate usage, adoption, and efficacy systems, uncover data mining opportunities, and integrate findings with traditional KPIs. You'll also support analytical projects, guide data formatting and availability, and deliver impactful reports, scorecards, and dashboards.
What You'll Do:
Analyze and interpret large datasets to identify trends and opportunities.
Evaluate system performance and effectiveness, integrating insights with KPIs.
Provide analytical support for cross-functional projects.
Design and share reports, dashboards, and scorecards to inform stakeholders.
Collaborate with teams to ensure data accessibility and quality.
Perform additional duties as assigned by your manager.
Core Competencies:
Data Analysis & Interpretation: Ability to transform complex data into actionable insights.
Excel Expertise: Advanced skills in pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Power Query, and data visualization.
Tableau: Skilled in creating interactive dashboards and optimizing performance.
Snowflake: Hands-on experience with data warehousing and efficient SQL queries.
SQL Proficiency: Strong ability to write and optimize queries for data extraction and analysis.
Business Acumen: Align data strategies with organizational goals.
Collaboration & Communication: Work effectively with product owners, engineers, and stakeholders.
Office Manager
Chicago, IL job
Onsite 5 days per week out of Bedford Park, IL This is a 6 month contract to hire.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and resilient Office Manager with the potential to advance into a District Manager role. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, the ability to learn quickly, and a personality suited to working in a direct, straightforward environment. A background in construction, plumbing, engineering, or electrical is highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day office operations including invoicing, accounts receivable/payable, and municipal invoice tracking
Oversee project tracking, vehicle management, payroll, and insurance administration
Review contracts to ensure compliance with requirements
Support operational efficiency and ensure accurate documentation across all functions
Collaborate with leadership to drive organizational success and growth
Qualifications
Associate's Degree (minimum)
3-5 years of professional experience in office management or related fields
Strong attention to detail and ability to learn quickly
Resilient personality with the ability to thrive in a direct, fast-paced environment
Scrum Master
Chicago, IL job
Our client is currently seeking a Scrum Master
This is a hybrid onsite role in Downtown Chicago
No Third parties
This job will have the following responsibilities:
Lead a cross-functional team of IT business analysts, developers, system engineers, and QAs to deliver value-added solutions for the business
Transforming teams through change, maximize velocity and improved communication between teams
Develop sprint plans with Scrum team, plan iterations, drive estimation exercises
Lead PI planning meeting and driving the team's Epics towards the milestone goals
Facilitate sprint planning, stand-ups, sprint review/demos and retrospectives meetings
Qualifications:
Ability to drive effective and fun retrospective sessions with goal of continuous improvement in upcoming sprints
Experience coaching the Product owner and team members in Scrum best practices including backlog refinement, planning and estimation
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and project management tools such as Jira
PMP/CSM is a plus
pay around 70-75/hr
Power Platform Architect
Chicago, IL job
Delivering services and solutions for clients using Microsoft's PowerApps (Canvas Apps and Model-Driven Apps), Power Pages, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Automate, SharePoint, Dataverse, Microsoft Teams, custom development, and data integrations.
Act as a technical liaison for Power Platform services and integrated applications.
Provide hands-on technical expertise to perform needs assessments and design and implement Power Platform-based solutions satisfying customer requirements by applying problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Identify and implement areas and processes where Power Platform and Microsoft 365 can be better leveraged and facilitate process improvement outputs will include data visualization and low code applications
Create and maintain custom dashboards, models, power app components, and integration with third-party services and external APIs.
Help guide teams to effectively use the Microsoft Power Platform (Dynamics, Power Apps, Power Automate, Azure, and Azure SQL).
Use various connectors to connect disparate systems to Power Platform applications.
Contribute across all phases of the software development life cycle.
Adept at crafting Power Apps and Power Platform solutions with the ability to impart your knowledge to both pro-developers and citizen developers.
Partner with cross-function technology and design teams to ensure consistent, positive client interaction and solution delivery.
Qualifications:-
Overall 12+ experience of IT experience must have at least 3-5 years of hands-on Microsoft Power Platform experience, and experience with Power Apps and Power Platform technical solutions.
Work experience with Software as a Service (SaaS) and/or Platform as a Service (PaaS) environments
C#, SQL, .Net, Power Apps, SharePoint, Microsoft Dataverse, Power Automate.
Experience with and a good understanding of the Power Platform CoE, Microsoft Purview, and governance components.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Microsoft Certifications such as:
PL-600 (Power Platform Solution Architect) - strongly preferred
PL-400, PL-200, AZ-900, AZ-204
Experience working in Agile delivery environments.
Cloud Financial Analyst
Chicago, IL job
About the Role
We are seeking an IT Planning & Analytics to lead initiatives that optimize cloud investments and enhance IT cost transparency. In this role, you will design and implement cost management frameworks, ensuring efficient and cost-effective use of public cloud resources. You will also mature the IT Cost Transparency module in Apptio and play a key role in technology budget governance, planning, and forecasting.
What You'll Do
Prepare and analyze public cloud forecasts and budgets; monitor financial performance and recommend optimization strategies.
Apply the FinOps framework to maximize business value from cloud investments, collaborating with business, engineering, and finance teams.
Design, configure, validate, and maintain cloud transparency and total cost of ownership (TCO) reporting.
Model complex business problems, uncover insights, and identify opportunities using data mining and visualization techniques.
Participate in budget and forecast reviews to ensure consolidation and rationalization.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Management, Finance, or related field.
8+ years of relevant experience in IT financial analytics or technology business management.
Hands-on experience with FinOps and cloud cost modeling.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or graduate-level coursework.
Experience in highly regulated industries (e.g., capital markets).
Certifications such as FinOps Certified Practitioner, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, or TBM certifications (CTBME, RTBMA, ETBMA).
Familiarity with tools like Apptio One, Cloudability, CloudHealth, AWS Cost Explorer, and AWS QuickSight.
Technical Skills
Expertise in IT cost modeling and cloud financial management.
Strong data transformation and visualization capabilities.
Ability to identify insights and opportunities through advanced analytics.
Salay: $135-$155k + bonus
Associate Project Manager
Naperville, IL job
Agilant Solutions is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will support the Senior Manager, PMO and collaborate with cross-functional teams to help ensure successful project delivery. You will assist with coordinating project activities, communicating with stakeholders, monitoring timelines, and keeping project documentation organized and up to date. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful initiatives.
Job Requirements
Assist the Project Manager with planning and executing projects using Agile methodologies.
Coordinate project tasks, schedules, and cross-team handoffs.
Communicate with team members, stakeholders, and clients to help ensure project requirements are clear and met.
Monitor project timelines and budgets and flag potential delays or risks.
Track project progress and provide regular updates to the project team and stakeholders.
Ensure project documentation is accurate, organized, and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
Assist with identifying risks, managing issues, and documenting scope changes.
Participate in project meetings and contribute input, next steps, and follow-up items.
Help maintain project plans, timelines, and task boards (e.g., Jira, ADO, or similar tools).
Support the project team with coordination, communication, and task management to help keep work moving forward smoothly.
Personal Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a proactive approach to sharing updates.
Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Comfortable working independently and within a team environment.
Willingness to learn, take direction, and expand responsibilities over time.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills, especially when documenting tasks or project details.
Positive attitude, accountability, and a problem-solving mindset.
Professional Experience
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
1-2 years of project management or related experience.
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, ADO, Smartsheet, Trello, or similar).
Basic understanding of Agile methodologies and software development lifecycles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
Compensation
45k-52k per year
16 paid days off and 10 paid holidays per year
Comprehensive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k)
Paid training and advancement opportunities
Equal Opportunity
True Solutions, Inc is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Senior Data Scientist
Chicago, IL job
Be a part of our success story. At Launch, we offer talented and driven professionals the opportunity to deliver high-impact work in a dynamic, fast-growing environment. We invest in our people through competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, internal growth pathways, and meaningful community involvement. For senior professionals ready to shape the future of AI and Data Science, your next big opportunity starts here.
The Role:
As a Senior Data Scientist, you will lead the design and development of advanced machine learning and AI solutions that solve complex business challenges. You'll apply a deep technical foundation in data science, spanning statistics, modeling, software engineering, and domain expertise, while helping set technical direction, mentor team members, and influence decision-making across the organization. You will work closely with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to define use cases, architect scalable solutions, and drive innovation through GenAI, LLMs, NLP, computer vision, and other cutting-edge techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead advanced Data Science initiatives from ideation to deployment, ensuring alignment with business strategy and measurable outcomes.
Develop, implement, and optimize AI/ML models across a range of domains, including predictive analytics, GenAI, LLMs, time series, deep learning, and NLP.
Conduct rigorous exploratory data analysis and feature engineering to uncover insights and support robust model development.
Architect data preprocessing pipelines that ensure clean, high-quality, and well-structured data for training and evaluation.
Apply experimental design best practices (e.g., A/B testing, cross-validation, randomization) to ensure statistical rigor and reduce model bias/overfitting.
Own the deployment and monitoring of ML solutions on modern cloud platforms (Databricks, AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, Snowflake, etc.).
Serve as a technical advisor and thought leader, guiding internal stakeholders on AI capabilities, data strategy, and industry best practices.
Mentor and support the development of junior and mid-level data scientists through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing.
Communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences, including executive leadership, to influence and drive adoption of data-driven solutions.
Required Qualifications:
7+ years of hands-on experience in Data Science, with a strong track record of delivering end-to-end AI/ML solutions in production environments.
Deep expertise in Python, including libraries such as scikit-learn, pandas, NumPy, TensorFlow, PyTorch, spa Cy, and/or Hugging Face.
Strong understanding of statistical modeling, regression, classification, clustering, and deep learning architectures.
Demonstrated experience applying GenAI, LLMs, NLP, or computer vision techniques to solve real-world business problems.
Proven ability to write advanced SQL and work with complex data structures across relational and non-relational databases.
Experience with data pipeline orchestration and preprocessing of structured and unstructured data at scale.
Hands-on experience with cloud data science platforms such as Databricks, AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, Snowflake Snowpark, or Palantir Foundry.
Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to thrive in a high-paced, constantly evolving environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly and persuasively.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with project delivery frameworks and tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, or Agile methodologies.
Experience working with Electronic Medical Record systems and healthcare data file types (e.g., HL7, FHIR, CCD).
Certifications related to Epic, FHIR, or other health IT platforms are a plus.
Familiarity with data architecture tools (e.g., Miro, Visio, LucidChart) for technical design documentation.
Knowledge of modern cloud-based data solutions such as Azure Synapse, Snowflake, Redshift, or BigQuery.
Benefits & Compensation:
As an employee at Launch, you will grow your skills and experience through a variety of exciting project work (across industries and technologies) with some of the top companies in the world! Our employees receive full benefits - medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and matched 401k. We also have an uncapped, take-what-you-need PTO policy. The anticipated wage range for this role is $140,000-180,000. Education and experience will be highly considered, and we are happy to discuss your wage expectations in more detail throughout our internal interview process.
Delivery Executive
Chicago, IL job
Company
SDI Presence LLC is a leading IT services firm that leverages its strong team presence to advance clients toward a secure digital enterprise. With a 30-year corporate resume, SDI delivers multi and hybrid cloud infrastructure managed services, consulting and advisory solutions, work and asset management solutions, and application modernization and managed services. SDI serves major airports, utilities, commercial real estate portfolios, and government agencies across the U.S. Visit us at ******************* and connect with us on X and LINKEDIN.
Summary
The Delivery Executive provides leadership across multi-disciplined teams and ensures the successful execution of client initiatives from planning through delivery. The Delivery Executive acts as the CEO of the project or engagement with their assigned account(s). The role carries clear responsibility for financial oversight of assigned projects and accounts, including oversight of revenue performance, cost management, and overall profitability. This leader mentors and develops project teams, shapes technical strategy, and upholds excellence in system design and implementation. The Delivery Executive strengthens client relationships at all levels, actively manages customer satisfaction, and supports business development efforts by identifying opportunities for account growth and new engagements.
Responsibilities
Achieve revenue and profitability targets consistent with SDI budget expectations
Maintain project plan(s) and report status on a set timeframe (i.e. weekly, bi-weekly or monthly)
Oversee all phases of project delivery from planning through implementation
Establishes and maintains reporting of SLA or other methods of governance consistent with contractual obligations
Ensure adherence to project quality standards and SDI delivery methodology
Directs the implementation and execution of new/upgraded systems via well-defined plans including procedures, deadlines, and accountability
Drive client satisfaction through proactive engagement and clear communication
Support business development teams on pursuits and proposal efforts
Serve as account leader with responsibility for strategic alignment and client growth
Manage the activities and performance of project leaders and technical staff
Identify hiring needs and participate in interviewing and selection
Determine and coordinate training needs for project teams
Development of effective working relationships with key clients to facilitate communication and technology understanding
Coordinate consistent, efficient communication with clients and business development
Coordinate activities between business development, portfolio executives, marketing, finance, and legal
Quality Assurance and overall productivity standards
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations including service levels and performance reporting
Supervisory oversight and responsibility for cost, schedule, and technical performance
Ensures Program performance and customer satisfaction
Assure that consistent governance, documentation, process and procedure strategies are in place for all supported systems
Resolution of escalated problems or queries to the client's satisfaction, and implementation of actions to prevent a recurrence
Work with the business areas to plan and schedule any work that impacts availability and future usability
Supervisory
Manage the activities of multiple technology leaders and other project resources
Validate the time and expense entry process for the account
Ensure the annual review process is followed for project team members
Manage the project team's utilization
Accounting / Financial
Manage program and project budgets and coordinate invoicing
Prepare biweekly invoices and monitor outstanding receivables
Provide regular forecasts for revenue, cost, and margin
Contribute to account planning and update sales pipeline activities
Monitor and follow-up on all outstanding project Account Receivables
Maintain estimate-to-complete (ETC) project financials
Update sales pipeline
Metrics for Success
Achievement of revenue and margin targets
Growth of client revenue
High levels of client satisfaction
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Ten or more years of experience in a consulting environment with leadership of large delivery teams
Experience managing and executing traditional design and build phases for security or infrastructure related projects
Excellent written, oral and listening communication skills
Professional communication skills for client support
Strong analytic and troubleshooting skills
Excellent project management skills, including the ability to lead, facilitate, and organize
Proven leadership and interpersonal effectiveness
Self-direction and strong personal accountability
Flexible schedule for off-hour responsibilities/emergencies
Commitment to SDI values and service excellence
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
SDI Presence is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SDI Presence makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Staffing Firms
SDI Presence does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written contract between SDI Presence and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.
Artificial Intelligence Specialist
Chicago, IL job
AI Architect
A highly experienced AI Architect with 10-12 years of professional experience in designing, building, and scaling enterprise-grade AI and Generative AI (GenAI) solutions across leading public cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP). The ideal candidate will play a strategic role in AI solution architecture, data & model engineering, cloud integration, and MLOps/LLMOps frameworks, while working closely with business and technology teams to drive measurable outcomes through AI innovation.
Key Responsibilities
• AI Solution Architecture:
• Enterprise Integration:
• GenAI Solution Design:
• MLOps & LLMOps:
• Data Architecture Collaboration:
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Innovation & Research:
• Performance Optimization:
• Mentorship:
Technical Skills & Competencies
AI/ML Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Hugging Face, Lang Chain, LlamaIndex, Open AI API, etc.
GenAI & LLMs: Experience with GPT-4/4o, Claude, Gemini, Mistral, LLaMA, fine-tuning, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), and prompt engineering.
Cloud Platforms: Deep understanding of Azure AI (OpenAI, AI Search, ML), AWS (SageMaker, Bedrock, Comprehend, Lex), GCP Vertex AI.
MLOps & LLMOps: Azure ML Pipelines, Sage Maker Pipelines, MLflow, Kubeflow, or custom CI/CD for AI.
Data & Integration: Experience with Data Lakes, Databricks, Synapse, Kafka, REST/GraphQL APIs, and vector DBs like Pinecone, We aviate, FAISS, Milvus, or Cosmos DB.
Programming: Python, SQL, REST APIs, YAML, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform (IaC).
Responsible AI: Understanding of bias detection, model explain ability, and governance principles.
Architecture Design: Expertise in TOGAF/Well-Architected frameworks and AI reference architectures.
Qualifications
Proven experience in designing and delivering AI solutions at enterprise scale.
Cloud certifications (Azure AI Engineer, AWS ML Specialty, or GCP ML Engineer) preferred.
Strong communication and presentation skills for stakeholder engagement and executive alignment.
Senior SAP RTR Consultant (17260)
Lisle, IL job
Baer is looking for Senior SAP RTR Consultant for a 6+ month project located in Lisle, IL
Title: Senior SAP RTR Consultant
Duration: 6 months
Rate: Hourly Plus Expenses Reimbursed
Alignment: W2 or C2C
Description:
Serve as SAP FICO Subject Matter Expert with hands-on configuration in GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Bank Accounting, Treasury (FSCM), Cost/Profit Center Accounting, Material Ledger, COPA, and Concur.
Lead R2R process design, including chart of accounts, organizational structures, multi-ledger reporting, and financial consolidations.
Drive full lifecycle delivery of SAP solutions (S/4HANA upgrades, enhancements, integration) using Agile/Waterfall/Hybrid methodologies.
Ensure strong integration with other SAP modules (MM, PP, SD, PS) for end-to-end business execution.
Support key financial processes: month-end close, intercompany, eliminations, audit/compliance (GAAP/IFRS/SOX).
Configure banking interfaces (EBS, ACH, wire, check, credit cards) and cash application processes.
Lead project financials including project settlement to assets, WBS, resource billing, and Group Reporting.
Develop functional specs and partner with technical teams for RICEFW objects.
Enable change management, user training, and post-go-live support; mentor junior team members.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree + 12+ years of SAP/ERP functional experience (or equivalent experience combination).
2+ years in a functional lead role.
Deep SAP FICO configuration expertise and strong S/4HANA experience (New GL, Fixed Assets, Group Reporting).
Proven success managing multiple projects in complex, cross-functional environments.
Must be local to Chicago and able to work onsite in Lisle, IL.
Company Overview:
Baer provides best-in-class engagement experiences for our consultants. Our job requirements are carefully vetted and are typically associated with pivotal programs offering tremendous opportunities to expand your skills leveraging the latest solutions.
Baer is an equal opportunity employer including disability/veteran.
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Sr. Manager, Cloud Architecture
Lake Forest, IL job
Direct Hire
Salary: ~ $160-$180k + bonus
Hybrid: Lake Forest, IL (3 days a week on-site)
About the Role
As the Sr. Manager of Cloud Architecture and Engineering, you will lead the strategic design, implementation, and governance of cloud platform solutions across the enterprise. Your mission is to ensure secure, scalable, and resilient cloud services that support the digital transformation. You will collaborate closely with operations, security, and business stakeholders, as well as managed service partners, to maximize the value of cloud investments.
Responsibilities
Lead Cloud Strategy and Architecture
Define and evolve the enterprise cloud architecture to align with business goals, ensuring scalability, sustainability, and technical excellence.
Design Resilient Cloud Solutions
Architect cloud environments with a focus on high availability, disaster recovery, performance, and security for both COTS applications and internal workloads.
Drive Cloud Modernization
Lead initiatives to transition from IaaS to PaaS and native cloud services, optimizing operational efficiency and business value.
Implement FinOps Practices
Develop financial governance strategies that promote cost transparency, accountability, and optimization across cloud resources.
Oversee Cloud-Based Software Deployment
Manage the integration, configuration, and lifecycle of commercial software in cloud environments, ensuring compliance and performance.
Establish Cloud Governance Frameworks
Implement robust technical and financial governance models to ensure policy adherence and consistent standards across the cloud landscape.
Promote Cloud-Native Adoption and Automation
Advocate for cloud-native tools and automation to enhance agility, reduce manual effort, and improve scalability.
Minimum Qualifications
7+ years of experience in hosting operations, preferably in manufacturing environments.
Proven ability to communicate cloud operations concepts and cost models to both technical and business stakeholders.
Experience working in hybrid delivery models with internal teams and managed service providers.
Hands-on experience with AWS in hybrid environments (IaaS and PaaS).
Deep understanding of:
Cloud infrastructure and security
Identity management
Infrastructure as code and automation
High availability and disaster recovery solutions
Strong incident management and problem-solving skills.
Experience building and managing hosting operations teams, including vendor oversight.
Familiarity with ITIL practices and both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and securing cloud workloads.
Preferred Qualifications
Certification in AWS or other cloud platforms.
Experience implementing FinOps frameworks.
Background in enterprise architecture or cloud governance.
Data Analytics Consultant
Deerfield, IL job
Our client is looking for a Data Analytics Consultant with strong SQL and Snowflake experience
This is a long term contract that is hybrid in the Deerfield area.
W2 only, No C2C
Responsibilities:
Responsible for providing thought leadership & strategic thinking to solve business problems by leveraging techniques such as segmentation, optimization, advanced analytics and machine learning
Develops and automates reports, iteratively build and prototype dashboards to provide insights at scale, solving for analytical needs
Collaborates with cross-functional partners to understand their business needs, formulate and complete end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering, analysis, ongoing scaled deliverables and presentations
Operates as a subject matter expert on statistical analysis, test and design of experiment, analysis methodology, modeling & application, and financial impact analysis.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Analytics, Engineering, Statistics or related field
5+ years of Data Analytics experience
Strong SQL background
Snowflake experience
Pay around 75-85/hr
Executive Director, Quality Engineering (SDET)
Chicago, IL job
Why This Role Matters:
You're not just filling a seat-you're shaping the future of how we build, test, and deliver software at scale. This is a mission-critical leadership role designed for someone who thrives on transforming complexity into clarity and driving excellence across every layer of the organization. If you've ever wanted to leave a legacy of world-class engineering practices, this is your stage.
What You'll Own:
You'll be the architect and evangelist of our enterprise-wide Quality Engineering strategy-a blueprint that sets the gold standard for governance, compliance, and modern testing practices across all teams. Your influence will ripple through every pillar of the organization, ensuring that quality isn't just a checkbox, but a culture.
Define the QE Playbook: Establish governance frameworks, enforce standards, and set policies that become the backbone of our engineering excellence.
Drive Modernization: Champion automation, DevOps, and shift-left testing to slash cycle times and elevate quality. Think big: reducing environment readiness from 4 weeks to 1 week.
Lead with Metrics: Build a data-driven quality ecosystem-100% coverage, zero leakage into production, and velocity gains that redefine “doing more with less.”
Governance & Influence: Run steering committees, executive reviews, and cross-functional forums that align product, development, and testing under one cohesive vision.
Innovation in Practice: Design and implement automation frameworks, test data management strategies, and environment provisioning that scale with speed and precision.
Risk & Compliance: Align QE practices with regulatory and security mandates without slowing down innovation.
Your Leadership Impact:
You'll lead 4-5 direct reports, each managing specialized teams (5-10 people) in:
Test Environment Management
Test Automation
Test Data Management
KPI & Governance
This is a high-visibility role-you'll be the voice of quality in executive rooms and the hands-on leader who ensures delivery teams have the tools, environments, and data they need to succeed.
What We're Looking For:
Proven QE Visionary: 15+ years in Quality Assurance for complex systems and large-scale programs.
Automation Guru: Deep experience in designing and deploying automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps quality gates.
Strategic Influencer: Ability to define enterprise-wide standards and lead organizational change with confidence.
Metrics-Driven Leader: Skilled in risk-based validation and quality reporting that drives decisions.
Tech Savvy: Familiarity with microservices, event-driven architecture, and emerging tech like AI/ML in QE.
Cloud Expertise: Hands-on experience with large-scale cloud-native projects (AWS preferred).
Regulatory Mindset: Comfortable navigating governance, compliance, and audit requirements.
Technical Toolkit:
Jira, Jenkins, automation frameworks, test management tools, defect tracking systems, and cloud foundational services (AWS VPCs, EC2, Security Groups).
Education:
BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent technical discipline.
Why You'll Love It Here:
This isn't just about testing-it's about building a culture of quality that accelerates innovation. You'll have the autonomy to make bold decisions, the authority to influence enterprise strategy, and the resources to turn vision into reality. If you're passionate about transforming QE into a competitive advantage, we want you on our team.
Information Technology Infrastructure Engineer
Bolingbrook, IL job
The IT Infrastructure Engineer is a senior technical role responsible for implementing, operating, and improving enterprise IT infrastructure across our US locations. While enterprise architects define global designs and standards, this role ensures their successful implementation locally, taking full ownership of operations and driving solutions to completion. The Infrastructure Engineer covers core infrastructure domains (network, virtualization, servers, firewalls, storage, backup, monitoring, MFT) and plays a key role in delivering projects, ensuring compliance, and maintaining reliable, secure operations. Salary range starts at $100,000 base and increases based on experience, with bonus eligibility of 10%.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Implement and manage enterprise network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, WiFi, VPNs) across US sites.
Administer, configure, and troubleshoot firewalls (Fortinet, Cisco) to ensure secure and compliant connectivity.
Manage Windows Server and Linux (RHEL/Debian) environments, Active Directory, and Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
Oversee datacenter operations, including storage (SAN/NAS) and enterprise backup systems (Commvault).
Deploy, administer, and optimize virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter).
Administer Managed File Transfer (MFT) platforms such as Axway, Connect:Direct, and SFTP.
Implement and maintain infrastructure monitoring tools
Lead and execute infrastructure projects, including upgrades, migrations, and new deployments, in alignment with global standards.
Collaborate with InfoSec and Audit teams to ensure PCI, SOC II, and ISO compliance.
Drive troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex incidents, ensuring long-term solutions.
Provide technical input to architecture discussions, ensuring feasibility and operational efficiency.
Mentor junior staff and act as escalation point for technical issues.
Document infrastructure standards, procedures, and lessons learned.
OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with applicable Federal and State laws.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
5-7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering or senior system administration.
Strong hands-on expertise in:
Networking (LAN, WAN, WiFi, VPNs)
Firewalls (Fortinet, PaloAlto)
Virtualization (VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter)
Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, GPO
Storage, Backup (Commvault)
MFT platforms (Axway, Connect:Direct, SFTP)
Monitoring tools (Nagios, PRTG, Lansweeper, Sentinel or similar enterprise monitoring tools)
Proven ability to take ownership and deliver infrastructure projects end-to-end.
Strong troubleshooting skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
Experience working in compliance-driven environments (PCI, SOC II, ISO).
Excellent communication skills; ability to collaborate with global teams and present technical issues to management.
Experience in multinational or highly regulated enterprise environments.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor team members.
Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Requires working on hard floor - standing, walking, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and stooping on occasion.
Must be able to withstand loud noise in a manufacturing environment
Must be able to work while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
BENEFITS INCLUDE
medical (PPO and HDHP with HSA), dental, Vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401k with employer match, short/long term disability, life insurance, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending, EAP, commuter benefits, education assistance and more.
Senior Developer
Vistex job in Hoffman Estates, IL
The Senior ABAP Developer is responsible for managing all aspects of the product development and support. Work with teams across organizational and geographical boundaries to design and develop the State-of-the-art architecture for SAP applications; Ensure High quality standards of the product.
Responsibilities:
* Build clean, efficient code based on specifications
* Testing and deploying programs and systems
* Fixing and improving existing software
* To design algorithms and flowcharts
* Integrate software components and third-party programs
* Verify and deploy programs and systems
* Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing software
* Gather and evaluate user feedback
* Recommend and execute improvements
* Create technical documentation for reference and reporting
* Resolve performance-related issues by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
* Manage and respond to escalations promptly, ensuring timely and accurate resolutions.
* Work on escalations while providing resolutions quickly
* Able to resolve performance -related issues
The compensation for this position is $100k to $125k annually. Base pay will vary depending on factors, including but not limited to a candidate's location, job-related knowledge, skills, and work experience. Vistex provides highly competitive benefits, including a comprehensive healthcare plan, 401(k), and paid time off, including paid volunteerism days!
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.
Qualifications
Education
Degree: Bachelors
Experience
Exposure to agile development methodologies like SCRUM would be an added advantage.
Critical thinker, problem-solving skills, and team player.
Good time-management skills.
Ability to handle changing priorities with sound diplomatic and negotiation skills and be a motivated role model who can operate with minimal handholding.
Excellent analytical ability and communication skills with a strong sense of commitment and responsibility