Strategic Business Consultant I - MBA degree

About Us
Appficiency is a global technology and professional services firm that solves complex business challenges through the intelligent application of enterprise software, automation, and AI. We're a proud Oracle NetSuite Alliance Partner; Salesforce Crest Partner; Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, and much more: our evolution has taken us well beyond a single platform, making us a multi-technology advisory and implementation partner across ERP, CRM, cloud platforms, and AI-driven solutions. What sets us apart is a "technical-first" approach, teams who understand both business logic and deep system architecture paired with a genuine belief that our people are our greatest strength, and that's who we invest in first.
The Opportunity
As a Strategic Business Consultant I, you will partner with clients to understand their business processes and translate those needs into practical, cloud-based solutions, collaborating cross-functionally with internal teams and client stakeholders to scope, design, and deliver projects. You will adapt quickly to the unique challenges each engagement presents, applying creative problem-solving while communicating clearly and effectively with clients and colleagues across diverse cultures and time zones. Your role spans the full project lifecycle — from discovery through implementation — contributing both business and technical insight, and you will continuously build your knowledge of best practices and emerging technology to bring added value to every client engagement.
What You’ll Do
Assist senior consultants in providing exceptional support to clients and project teams.
Collaborate with a senior consultant to understand, validate, and document client business requirements, mapping them to NetSuite functionality.
Contribute to requirements gathering, documentation, NetSuite buildout and validation/demos, testing, and user training.
Develop a thorough understanding of Appficiency's project delivery methodology.
Regularly engage with senior executives and functional leaders to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Become proficient in the NetSuite application and its capabilities.
Support clients in the design and implementation of their enterprise architecture.
Participate in the design, build, and testing of system integrations between clients' business systems.
Assist in the ongoing maintenance and management of integration projects to ensure long-term success.
What You’ll Bring
1-2 years in a professional services, functional or technical consulting role preferably in an Enterprise Resource Planning, CRM or e-commerce space
Experience with Software As A Service (SAAS), IT, software or specific business model (i.e. distribution, manufacturing, retail, media & advertising) implementations
A Bachelor’s degree preferably in Software Engineering, Finance, Accounting or related field or equivalent work experience
Experience on the NetSuite platform is highly recommended
Proven track record of developing and maintaining profitable and referenceable customer relationships
Ability to think strategically and align client business pain points to solution options and implementation approach
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and deal with changing priorities
Familiarity with cloud computing technologies
Travel to client locations as needed.
Preferable located in Vancouver
MBA degree is required
Has Construction experience / background
Candidates residing in Vancouver are preferred
What will set you apart
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand, validate, and document business requirements
Genuine interest in learning NetSuite, with the drive to become proficient in its functionality
Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with senior executives and functional leaders
A collaborative mindset — able to work closely with senior consultants and cross-functional project teams
Adaptability and eagerness to learn Appficiency's project delivery methodology
What Success Looks Like
You've built a solid working knowledge of NetSuite and can confidently support requirements gathering, buildout, and testing activities
Senior consultants and project teams trust you to accurately document and validate client business requirements
Clients and stakeholders view you as a responsive, reliable point of contact who communicates clearly and professionally
You've internalized Appficiency's project delivery methodology and apply it consistently across engagements
You're contributing meaningfully to integration projects — from design and testing through ongoing maintenance — with growing independence

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No