Principal Analyst/Associate Director

3 weeks ago

Pune, India QKS Group Full time

Job Title:Senior/Principal Analyst/Associate Director: Enterprise Applications, ERP, and Digital TransformationLocation: Pune (India), Work from OfficeAbout QKS GroupQKS Group is a global research and advisory firm known for its SPARK Matrix™, a globally recognized framework for vendor evaluation and competitive intelligence. We work with leading technology providers and enterprise buyers to deliver deep insights, technology research, and strategic advisory across various domains.Role OverviewWe are seeking an Analyst to join our Enterprise Application practice. The analyst will research and evaluate technology vendors, trends, and best practices in areas such as Digital Transformation, ERP, HCM, SCM, EPM, and other Enterprise Operation Systems.This role combines technology research, vendor evaluation, and thought leadership, providing a unique opportunity to influence buying decisions and technology directions in the global Enterprise Applications market.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct detailed market and vendor research across the Enterprise SaaS and ERP ecosystem, including ERP, HCM, SCM, EPM, and Financial Management platforms.Evaluate platform capabilities, deployment models, integration frameworks, and ecosystem maturity through primary and secondary research.Evaluate vendors through SPARK Matrix, SPARK Plus, and other QKS research methodologies.Build deep understanding of enterprise business processes and digital core systems, covering ERP, finance, procurement, supply chain, HR, and manufacturing operations.Interact with product vendors, end users, and ecosystem partners for briefings, demos, and validation.Collaborate with senior analysts to identify emerging trends and create thought leadership content.Support client advisory sessions with insights on technology selection, architecture alignment, and market positioning.Key Skills & Experience10–15 years of core industry experience in enterprise applications consulting, ERP implementation, or enterprise software product management/development.Strong understanding of ERP, HCM, SCM, EPM, and Financial Management platforms and their role in digital transformation.Exposure to leading enterprise software platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, Infor, Microsoft Dynamics 365, IFS, Unit4, Epicor, or similar.Familiarity with enterprise integration architectures, data models, APIs, and cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP).Understanding of SaaS delivery models, composable architecture, and workflow automation frameworks.Excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills with ability to translate complex topics into clear insights.Proven ability to manage multiple research projects, vendor evaluations, and deliverables within deadlines.Exposure to data-driven research, comparative assessment models (e.g., SPARK Matrix), or industry benchmarking frameworks is a plus.What We OfferOpportunity to work on globally recognized research frameworks like SPARK Matrix™.Direct exposure to leading technology vendors (CXOs) and global markets.Fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment with growth opportunities.Preferred SkillsEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP)Human Capital Management (HCM)Supply Chain Management (SCM)Enterprise Performance Management (EPM)Financial Management SystemsProcurement & Sourcing PlatformsManufacturing & Asset Management SystemsEnterprise SaaS PlatformsCloud ERP (SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Fusion, Workday, Microsoft Dynamics 365)Industry Cloud SolutionsDigital Transformation 

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