Intelligent Manufacturing - Lead Business Consultant/Strategic Advisor

NTT DATA, Inc.
Chicago, IL

Req ID: 331609

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Sr Manufacturing Solutions & Business Development Advisor to join our team in Chicago, Illinois (US-IL) (remotely).

As a Pre-Sales and Solution Leader for Smart Manufacturing, you will be at the forefront of shaping and delivering transformative, outcome-based solutions for large manufacturing clients. This strategic role bridges business needs and technology capabilities, driving digital transformation through Industry 4.0 innovations. You will lead solution strategy, client engagement, and technical orchestration across complex, multi-million-dollar transformation deals.

Skill Set:

  • At least 15 years of total experience, and 5+ years’ experience enabling Digital Transformation in Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 areas.
  • Strong Experience in Manufacturing Industry
  • Well versed in prevailing trends in Manufacturing
  • Experience in defining Industry Focus areas, creating Industry Offerings and GTM solutions in Manufacturing.
  • Good Communication, interpersonal, research, analytical, Industry domain, Presales, Solutioning and Consultative Business Development skills
  • Should be proactive and a self-starter, with a strong ability to multi-task.
  • Ability to drive Strategic conversations with Business Stakeholders and C Levels and drive large transformation deals in Industry domain areas.
  • Demonstrated Success in winning deals.
  • Strong understanding of Technology and its applications to solve Industry and Lines of business transformation.
  • Ability to device and execute upon a strategy.

Job Description:

  • Proactive Business Development, Presales and Solutioning on Industry domain topics in Manufacturing
  • Proactive and regular engagement with Sales and Account teams to promote business development.
  • Defining and developing Industry Focus areas, offerings, and solutions for Manufacturing in alignment with Strategic account needs and Industry trends.
  • Actively working with Technology and Consulting Practices in creating Industry Specific offerings and solutions
  • Establish an Industry Eco System in partnership with ISVs, Hyperscalers and other Technology and Service partners in the industry.
  • Lead Industry Analyst and advisor engagement and Support marketing initiatives on Industry topics.

Basic Qualifications:

  • 15 years of total experience
  • 5 years of experience in pre-sales, solution architecture and/or consulting roles
  • 5 years of experience enabling digital transformation in Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 areas

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About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com

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Posted 2025-12-23

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