**Introduction**

We are currently seeking to appoint a new Associate Partner Salesforce France. As an Associate Partner within IBM's Salesforce Practice, you will lead strategic initiatives and deliver high-impact solutions to our clients. Your role will involve leveraging your deep expertise in Salesforce technologies and your business acumen to drive value and drive growth. You will collaborate closely with clients, leading project teams, and contributing to the development of innovative Salesforce solutions. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

**Your role and responsibilities**

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

* Lead end-to-end solution delivery, from envisioning and design to implementation and deployment.

* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their business objectives and challenges.

* Provide guidance and mentorship to project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.


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Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging Salesforce technologies, sharing insights and best practices with internal teams and clients. * Support business development efforts, contributing to proposal development, client presentations, and the identification of new opportunities for growth.

**Required technical and professional expertise**

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Bacheloru2019s degree in computer science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred. *


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Minimum of 8 years of experience in consulting or professional services, with a focus on Salesforce implementation and delivery. *


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Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale Salesforce projects within enterprise environments. *


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Strong understanding of business processes across various industries, with the ability to translate business requirements into Salesforce solutions. *


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Salesforce certifications such as Salesforce Certified Administrator, Salesforce Certified Sales Cloud Consultant, or Salesforce Certified Platform App Builder are highly desirable. *


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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with clients, stakeholders, and team members at all levels. *


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Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience in mentoring and developing junior team members. *


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Flexibility to travel as needed for client engagements.


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Knowledge of specific industries such as industrial, or retail, or public sector, and understanding of industry-specific challenges and opportunities. *


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Experience working with public sector clients and familiarity with government regulations and compliance requirements. *


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Proven ability to navigate complex organizational structures and build consensus among diverse stakeholders. *


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Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends in the Salesforce ecosystem, such as artificial intelligence, analytics, and Internet of Things (IoT).

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Experience in driving business development activities, including identifying new opportunities, developing proposals, and presenting solutions to clients. *


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Advanced Salesforce certifications or specialized training in areas such as Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, or Salesforce Einstein Analytics. *


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Multilingual proficiency, particularly in languages relevant to IBM's global client base. *


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Strong understanding of industry-specific challenges and opportunities within both the private


sector and public sector, demonstrating the ability to tailor Salesforce solutions accordingly. *


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Experience collaborating with stakeholders from diverse industries, including government agencies, and private corporations, to deliver customized Salesforce solutions that meet their


unique needs. * Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements specific to industries such


* as industrial, or retail, or government, ensuring that Salesforce implementations adhere to relevant regulations and standards.

**Preferred technical and professional experience**

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IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.