Our client a major entertainment network located in downtown Chicago is seeking a Graphic Designer to create digital sales sheets for a 2 month contract position.

Qualifications:

Expert level PowerPoint.
Strong Publisher, Photoshop and Excel
2-5 years of graphics design experience in a creative environment
Ability to work well independently
Must provided work samples



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Our client a downtown Chicago call center located right off the Brown Line is seeking bilingual (English/Spanish) call center representatives.

SUMMARY
Answer phones to respond to orders, general customer inquires, invoice questions, and customer complaints. Project a professional company image through phone interaction.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Answer phones and respond to customer requests.
Place customer orders in computer system.
Provide customers with product and service information.
Upsell products and services.
Transfer customer calls to appropriate staff.
Identify, research, and resolve customer issues using the computer system.
Follow-up on customer inquires not immediately resolved.
Complete call logs and reports.
Research billing issues.
Research misapplied payments.
Recognize, document and alert the supervisor of trends in customer calls.
Recommend process improvements.
Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide on-the-job training for new employees.
Generate customer thank you letters.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Able to read write and speak in English and Spanish.
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Computer literate with the ability to learn customer service software applications.
Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type 40 wpm.
Ability to work weekends and holidays.
1-3 years of call center experience.


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Several clients are seeking VMware specialists. The candidate must be proficient with all aspects of the VMware server. Their expertise should be in architecture, installation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting. The Specialist should have experience in system management, performance turning and monitoring. The contractor should be an expert in all VMware technologies within a large environment. Some Microsoft cluster configuration and troubleshooting maybe required as well. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: The ideal candidate would have 5+ years experience as a VMware Architect. The candidate should also have enterprise knowledge of all VMware technologies. The VMware VCP certification would be a plus.

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eConsultAmerica is a preferred vendor supplier on retainer with our client is the world's largest publicly owned creator, manufacturer and distributor of social expression products. Our client is seeking an experienced and savvy Director of Content and Merchandising Systems. This position will be based in Cleveland, OH. There will be a full relocation package offered to the successful candidate. If you are interested please forward a brief cover-letter and your updated resume and we will respond back within one (1) business day. US Citizens only apply. Position DetailsOur client is currently looking for an experienced Director of Content Management and Merchandising Systems to help drive content-related projects and oversee Technical staff. This position requires the ability to direct a variety of diverse ' and sometimes conflicting ' requests, priorities, and activities. Candidate would ideally have experience with project and process management of initiatives that not only encompass technology deliverables, but also close collaboration between functional groups. Candidates will need mature management experience combined with the flexibility to interact with people at all levels.Responsibilities:Managing a content management system for online creative content (eCards, Screen Savers, wallpapers, etc.) and in multiple formats and languages.Manage Search and Web Site Navigation SystemsManage web-based content management delivery system Manage Vendor RelationshipsWork with clients to define new content and merchandising needs, approaches and direction.Define Strategy and Road Map for Content and Merchandising TeamManage the tactical delivery of the technology solutions and provide architectural leadership over those solutionsIdentify and provide appropriate technology staff career paths throughout the organizationBEST INDUSTRY - E-Commerce, InternetBEST DEPARTMENT - Information Systems
Experience: Bachelors Degree is required. Masters Degree is a plus.10+ years experience in software design and web development Demonstrated solid understanding of web-based content management systems and presentation technologies5 years of management experience with a proven track record of managing large teams of technical people is essential in this role.Demonstrated passion for the Internet and the direction it is moving. Understanding of conceptual technical architectureAbility to lead a cross functional team of people in the analysis and selection of new tools or vendors that will help support the content and merchandising functions of the company is required. Mapping out workflows for content lifecycle management processes involving approvals that the platform needs to support.Experience with on-site search systemsExperience managing internal staff and external resources. Excellent team skills: communication, organization, collaboration. Strong Project Management skills are required.Compensation100K - 140K

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s an Application Designer, you will design and/or maintain the target business object model and assess the impact of future business requirements on existing and future applications architecture. You will also capture the requirements for future application architecture changes and identify the techniques and technologies that should be applied at the application level; help define the system and operational requirements that the computing infrastructure must support; and identify, analyze and address any inter-application dependencies and interfaces. You will work with the other designers to determine the most appropriate application partitioning to achieve the performance and scalability requirements.
Experience: Client is looking for SQL Server Developer with Query Optimazation Skills

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Our client downtown is seeking a Sr. QA Tester with 10+ years experience. The contractor will need to lead a team, so past experience as a supervisor is pertinent. This will be manual testing, but the client is looking to bring in Mercury Winrunner. Therefore, Winrunner would be experience that is required. The consultant will be managing a group of quality assurance analysts/testers, along with performed the task as well. Establishing quality assurance and/or quality control policies in accordance with best practices and defining benchmarks and measures. <br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: 10+ years experience QA Lead experience. Hedge Funds, Financial or Trading software experience is required.

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Our client a downtown Chicago call center located right off the Brown Line is seeking second shift bilingual (English/Spanish) call center representatives.

SUMMARY
Answer phones to respond to orders, general customer inquires, invoice questions, and customer complaints. Project a professional company image through phone interaction.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Answer phones and respond to customer requests.
Place customer orders in computer system.
Provide customers with product and service information.
Upsell products and services.
Transfer customer calls to appropriate staff.
Identify, research, and resolve customer issues using the computer system.
Follow-up on customer inquires not immediately resolved.
Complete call logs and reports.
Research billing issues.
Research misapplied payments.
Recognize, document and alert the supervisor of trends in customer calls.
Recommend process improvements.
Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide on-the-job training for new employees.
Generate customer thank you letters.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Able to read write and speak in English and Spanish.
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Computer literate with the ability to learn customer service software applications.
Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type 40 wpm.
1-3 years of call center experience.


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

This position is integral to ongoing enhancements to client's Merchandising Systems' capabilities as well as support for functionality in production.Develop processes (business and technical) related to development, delivery and support of the Merchandising Systems functionality and capabilities.Provide functional and technical expertise during blueprint, design, configuration and testing of Merchandising Systems enhancements and projectsSupport and maintain client's developed solutions - including detailed design, specification, coding, and unit.Resolve and ensure data integrity between Merchandising, eCommerce and FIT systemsExecute and support the systems, performance, integration and user acceptance and regression testing as neededDefine and deliver Merchandising Systems solutions that are consistent with and support overall business goals and IS environments/directionDevelop and maintain design, configuration, technical and Business Process and Procedure (BPP) documentation
Experience: Qualified candidates for this position will possess a BSCS, MIS, or equivalent with 5 years experience architecting, designing, developing and deploying successfulclient/server, Internet, and/or Extranet solutions.Experience in large-scale, enterprise-wide software development teams using 00 techniques is necessary.Experience with n-tier design and development experience is required.Must have substantial experience in a Microsoft Development setting using NET using VB and/or C#, ASP.NET, VB, ASP. COM+, and SQL Server 2000 with the ability to design and develop from scratch.Database Design experience with a solid understanding of enterprise data modeling along with solid development experience using T-SQL is required.Knowledge of the Microsoft Solution Framework to design, develop, and deploy IT applications is necessary.Experience with UML using tools such as Visio and Rational Rose is a Plus.Experience/Knowledge of integrating Tier 1 ERP packages to Supply Chain Systems is required.Demonstrated ability to work in collaborative team environmentStrong customer facing and communications skills (oral and written)Ability to work with individuals at both analyst and manager/executive level as neededSolid knowledge of supply chain business systemsStrong business aptitude, analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to establish and maintain credibility with the business functional resources they will work with.Ability to prioritize work and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.Ability to work well in a team atmosphere - both IS and business levelIf you are interested in the position described above, and/or any other openings, we would be happy to speak with you about this role or other active opportunities, and discuss your parameters for an ideal position, or simply to establish a relationship for the future. Our agency has clients in multiple locations throughout the United States and Canada. Please, forward us a copy of your MS WORD resume to the address listed below. Obviously, we would not do anything with your resume, until we have had a chance to speak in depth about each opportunity, and make sure it is a suitable fit for your background and your interests.iHeadHunt E-Mail:

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Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity?
This may be your lucky day!
It is time for a change, and CDI can help!

We have an immediate need for a TCIM consultant, work from home

JOB DESCRIPTION

CDI Business Solutions is currently looking to fill a work from home TCIM position. This is a 12 month contract position, W2 only. Medical, dental, 401K available.

This position is responsible for deploying and supporting Tivoli Compliance Insight Manager (TCIM) in multiple customer accounts. Will be part of an automation team that installs, configures and supports the TCIM tool and its component software. On-call pager rotation support is required.

Microsoft Windows server operating system knowledge
WebSphere experience
Network trouble shooting
LDAP experience
AIX knowledge
Testing principles/techniques & experience
Network device knowledge


TAKE ACTION!
Why wait another day?
It is time to act!
Apply NOW and join the CDI Team TODAY!!!

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Clients downtown have been searching for excellent Linux Administrators. The candidate will be building, repairing, and deploying Linux servers & possibly a Linux farm. The contractor will be providing advanced troubleshooting and configuration of the servers. The consultant will install operating systems, perform backups & recovery. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Extensive Linux System Administration-Red Hat Enterprise. Advanced experience with Apache, MySql, & PHP. Basic scripting and debugging knowledge (PHP, Bash, Perl)

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Our client is seeking a Database Analyst to do trend analysis and manage data. Contractor will analyze complex data systems and document data elements, data flow, relationships and dependencies. Develop automated and reusable routine for extracting requested information from database systems. Compile detailed reports using data reporting tools, and making recommendations based on their findings. The consultant will be working in partnership with business analysts, data architects and database developers to build data transactional and warehousing systems. The contractor must have industry experience in Benefits Communication, Enrollment and Administration Solutions<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Benefits Communication, Enrollment and Administration Solutions industry experience is required. 4+ years as a Database Analyst. Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving abilities are required for this position.

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As an Application Designer, you will design and/or maintain the target business object model and assess the impact of future business requirements on existing and future applications architecture. You will also capture the requirements for future application architecture changes and identify the techniques and technologies that should be applied at the application level; help define the system and operational requirements that the computing infrastructure must support; and identify, analyze and address any inter-application dependencies and interfaces. You will work with the other designers to determine the most appropriate application partitioning to achieve the performance and scalability requirements.
Experience: Client is looking for a .Net Desginer/ Architect Candidate,not pure developers

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As an Application Designer, you will design and/or maintain the target business object model and assess the impact of future business requirements on existing and future applications architecture. You will also capture the requirements for future application architecture changes and identify the techniques and technologies that should be applied at the application level; help define the system and operational requirements that the computing infrastructure must support; and identify, analyze and address any inter-application dependencies and interfaces. You will work with the other designers to determine the most appropriate application partitioning to achieve the performance and scalability requirements.
Experience: Client is looking for a .Net Desginer/ Architect Candidate,not pure developers

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eConsultAmerica is a preferred vendor supplier on retainer with our client is the world's largest publicly owned creator, manufacturer and distributor of social expression products. Our client is seeking an experienced and savvy Director of Content and Merchandising Systems. This position will be based in Cleveland, OH. There will be a full relocation package offered to the successful candidate. If you are interested please forward a brief cover-letter and your updated resume and we will respond back within one (1) business day. US Citizens only apply. Position DetailsOur client is currently looking for an experienced Director of Content Management and Merchandising Systems to help drive content-related projects and oversee Technical staff. This position requires the ability to direct a variety of diverse ' and sometimes conflicting ' requests, priorities, and activities. Candidate would ideally have experience with project and process management of initiatives that not only encompass technology deliverables, but also close collaboration between functional groups. Candidates will need mature management experience combined with the flexibility to interact with people at all levels.Responsibilities:Managing a content management system for online creative content (eCards, Screen Savers, wallpapers, etc.) and in multiple formats and languages.Manage Search and Web Site Navigation SystemsManage web-based content management delivery system Manage Vendor RelationshipsWork with clients to define new content and merchandising needs, approaches and direction.Define Strategy and Road Map for Content and Merchandising TeamManage the tactical delivery of the technology solutions and provide architectural leadership over those solutionsIdentify and provide appropriate technology staff career paths throughout the organizationBEST INDUSTRY - E-Commerce, InternetBEST DEPARTMENT - Information Systems
Experience: Bachelors Degree is required. Masters Degree is a plus.10+ years experience in software design and web development Demonstrated solid understanding of web-based content management systems and presentation technologies5 years of management experience with a proven track record of managing large teams of technical people is essential in this role.Demonstrated passion for the Internet and the direction it is moving. Understanding of conceptual technical architectureAbility to lead a cross functional team of people in the analysis and selection of new tools or vendors that will help support the content and merchandising functions of the company is required. Mapping out workflows for content lifecycle management processes involving approvals that the platform needs to support.Experience with on-site search systemsExperience managing internal staff and external resources. Excellent team skills: communication, organization, collaboration. Strong Project Management skills are required.Compensation100K - 140K

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This position is integral to ongoing enhancements to client's Merchandising Systems' capabilities as well as support for functionality in production.Develop processes (business and technical) related to development, delivery and support of the Merchandising Systems functionality and capabilities.Provide functional and technical expertise during blueprint, design, configuration and testing of Merchandising Systems enhancements and projectsSupport and maintain client's developed solutions - including detailed design, specification, coding, and unit.Resolve and ensure data integrity between Merchandising, eCommerce and FIT systemsExecute and support the systems, performance, integration and user acceptance and regression testing as neededDefine and deliver Merchandising Systems solutions that are consistent with and support overall business goals and IS environments/directionDevelop and maintain design, configuration, technical and Business Process and Procedure (BPP) documentation
Experience: Qualified candidates for this position will possess a BSCS, MIS, or equivalent with 5 years experience architecting, designing, developing and deploying successfulclient/server, Internet, and/or Extranet solutions.Experience in large-scale, enterprise-wide software development teams using 00 techniques is necessary.Experience with n-tier design and development experience is required.Must have substantial experience in a Microsoft Development setting using NET using VB and/or C#, ASP.NET, VB, ASP. COM+, and SQL Server 2000 with the ability to design and develop from scratch.Database Design experience with a solid understanding of enterprise data modeling along with solid development experience using T-SQL is required.Knowledge of the Microsoft Solution Framework to design, develop, and deploy IT applications is necessary.Experience with UML using tools such as Visio and Rational Rose is a Plus.Experience/Knowledge of integrating Tier 1 ERP packages to Supply Chain Systems is required.Demonstrated ability to work in collaborative team environmentStrong customer facing and communications skills (oral and written)Ability to work with individuals at both analyst and manager/executive level as neededSolid knowledge of supply chain business systemsStrong business aptitude, analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to establish and maintain credibility with the business functional resources they will work with.Ability to prioritize work and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.Ability to work well in a team atmosphere - both IS and business levelIf you are interested in the position described above, and/or any other openings, we would be happy to speak with you about this role or other active opportunities, and discuss your parameters for an ideal position, or simply to establish a relationship for the future. Our agency has clients in multiple locations throughout the United States and Canada. Please, forward us a copy of your MS WORD resume to the address listed below. Obviously, we would not do anything with your resume, until we have had a chance to speak in depth about each opportunity, and make sure it is a suitable fit for your background and your interests.iHeadHunt E-Mail:

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Clients downtown have been searching for excellent Linux Administrators. The candidate will be building, repairing, and deploying Linux servers & possibly a Linux farm. The contractor will be providing advanced troubleshooting and configuration of the servers. The consultant will install operating systems, perform backups & recovery. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Extensive Linux System Administration-Red Hat Enterprise. Advanced experience with Apache, MySql, & PHP. Basic scripting and debugging knowledge (PHP, Bash, Perl)

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Our client a major entertainment network located in downtown Chicago is seeking a Graphic Designer to create digital sales sheets for a 2 month contract position.

Qualifications:

Expert level PowerPoint.
Strong Publisher, Photoshop and Excel
2-5 years of graphics design experience in a creative environment
Ability to work well independently
Must provided work samples



To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Our client a downtown Chicago call center located right off the Brown Line is seeking bilingual (English/Spanish) call center representatives.

SUMMARY
Answer phones to respond to orders, general customer inquires, invoice questions, and customer complaints. Project a professional company image through phone interaction.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Answer phones and respond to customer requests.
Place customer orders in computer system.
Provide customers with product and service information.
Upsell products and services.
Transfer customer calls to appropriate staff.
Identify, research, and resolve customer issues using the computer system.
Follow-up on customer inquires not immediately resolved.
Complete call logs and reports.
Research billing issues.
Research misapplied payments.
Recognize, document and alert the supervisor of trends in customer calls.
Recommend process improvements.
Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide on-the-job training for new employees.
Generate customer thank you letters.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Able to read write and speak in English and Spanish.
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Computer literate with the ability to learn customer service software applications.
Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type 40 wpm.
Ability to work weekends and holidays.
1-3 years of call center experience.


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Our client is seeking a Database Analyst to do trend analysis and manage data. Contractor will analyze complex data systems and document data elements, data flow, relationships and dependencies. Develop automated and reusable routine for extracting requested information from database systems. Compile detailed reports using data reporting tools, and making recommendations based on their findings. The consultant will be working in partnership with business analysts, data architects and database developers to build data transactional and warehousing systems. The contractor must have industry experience in Benefits Communication, Enrollment and Administration Solutions<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Benefits Communication, Enrollment and Administration Solutions industry experience is required. 4+ years as a Database Analyst. Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving abilities are required for this position.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

s an Application Designer, you will design and/or maintain the target business object model and assess the impact of future business requirements on existing and future applications architecture. You will also capture the requirements for future application architecture changes and identify the techniques and technologies that should be applied at the application level; help define the system and operational requirements that the computing infrastructure must support; and identify, analyze and address any inter-application dependencies and interfaces. You will work with the other designers to determine the most appropriate application partitioning to achieve the performance and scalability requirements.
Experience: Client is looking for SQL Server Developer with Query Optimazation Skills

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Several clients are seeking VMware specialists. The candidate must be proficient with all aspects of the VMware server. Their expertise should be in architecture, installation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting. The Specialist should have experience in system management, performance turning and monitoring. The contractor should be an expert in all VMware technologies within a large environment. Some Microsoft cluster configuration and troubleshooting maybe required as well. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: The ideal candidate would have 5+ years experience as a VMware Architect. The candidate should also have enterprise knowledge of all VMware technologies. The VMware VCP certification would be a plus.

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Our client a downtown Chicago call center located right off the Brown Line is seeking second shift bilingual (English/Spanish) call center representatives.

SUMMARY
Answer phones to respond to orders, general customer inquires, invoice questions, and customer complaints. Project a professional company image through phone interaction.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Answer phones and respond to customer requests.
Place customer orders in computer system.
Provide customers with product and service information.
Upsell products and services.
Transfer customer calls to appropriate staff.
Identify, research, and resolve customer issues using the computer system.
Follow-up on customer inquires not immediately resolved.
Complete call logs and reports.
Research billing issues.
Research misapplied payments.
Recognize, document and alert the supervisor of trends in customer calls.
Recommend process improvements.
Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide on-the-job training for new employees.
Generate customer thank you letters.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Able to read write and speak in English and Spanish.
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Computer literate with the ability to learn customer service software applications.
Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type 40 wpm.
1-3 years of call center experience.


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Clients downtown have been searching for excellent Linux Administrators. The candidate will be building, repairing, and deploying Linux servers & possibly a Linux farm. The contractor will be providing advanced troubleshooting and configuration of the servers. The consultant will install operating systems, perform backups & recovery. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Extensive Linux System Administration-Red Hat Enterprise. Advanced experience with Apache, MySql, & PHP. Basic scripting and debugging knowledge (PHP, Bash, Perl)

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Our client a downtown Chicago call center located right off the Brown Line is seeking bilingual (English/Spanish) call center representatives.

SUMMARY
Answer phones to respond to orders, general customer inquires, invoice questions, and customer complaints. Project a professional company image through phone interaction.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Answer phones and respond to customer requests.
Place customer orders in computer system.
Provide customers with product and service information.
Upsell products and services.
Transfer customer calls to appropriate staff.
Identify, research, and resolve customer issues using the computer system.
Follow-up on customer inquires not immediately resolved.
Complete call logs and reports.
Research billing issues.
Research misapplied payments.
Recognize, document and alert the supervisor of trends in customer calls.
Recommend process improvements.
Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide on-the-job training for new employees.
Generate customer thank you letters.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Able to read write and speak in English and Spanish.
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Computer literate with the ability to learn customer service software applications.
Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type 40 wpm.
Ability to work weekends and holidays.
1-3 years of call center experience.


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Our client a major entertainment network located in downtown Chicago is seeking a Graphic Designer to create digital sales sheets for a 2 month contract position.

Qualifications:

Expert level PowerPoint.
Strong Publisher, Photoshop and Excel
2-5 years of graphics design experience in a creative environment
Ability to work well independently
Must provided work samples



To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Our client a downtown Chicago call center located right off the Brown Line is seeking second shift bilingual (English/Spanish) call center representatives.

SUMMARY
Answer phones to respond to orders, general customer inquires, invoice questions, and customer complaints. Project a professional company image through phone interaction.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Answer phones and respond to customer requests.
Place customer orders in computer system.
Provide customers with product and service information.
Upsell products and services.
Transfer customer calls to appropriate staff.
Identify, research, and resolve customer issues using the computer system.
Follow-up on customer inquires not immediately resolved.
Complete call logs and reports.
Research billing issues.
Research misapplied payments.
Recognize, document and alert the supervisor of trends in customer calls.
Recommend process improvements.
Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide on-the-job training for new employees.
Generate customer thank you letters.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Able to read write and speak in English and Spanish.
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Computer literate with the ability to learn customer service software applications.
Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type 40 wpm.
1-3 years of call center experience.


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

As an Application Designer, you will design and/or maintain the target business object model and assess the impact of future business requirements on existing and future applications architecture. You will also capture the requirements for future application architecture changes and identify the techniques and technologies that should be applied at the application level; help define the system and operational requirements that the computing infrastructure must support; and identify, analyze and address any inter-application dependencies and interfaces. You will work with the other designers to determine the most appropriate application partitioning to achieve the performance and scalability requirements.
Experience: Client is looking for a .Net Desginer/ Architect Candidate,not pure developers

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DB2/UDB DBA (1094)6 Months - 1 Year Contract in Houston, TX or Chicago, IL or NYCRate :- $35/Hr On W2Description :- Analyzes, develops, tests and implements database designs in support of corporate and client area technology requirements. Performs data modeling, logical and physical database design. Includes maintenance of database dictionaries, monitoring of standards and procedures, access methods and time, validation checks, organization and statistical methods. Responsible for data loading, security, performance monitoring and tuning, capacity planning, and backup and recovery. Executes database software installation, database creations/configurations and loads.Required Skills :-Database Platforms DB2 and OracleDevelopment Tools LinuxOperating Systems/APIs DB2Protocols UDBAdditional Skills :-7+ years experience as a DBA designing & supporting DB2/UDB database in large-scale environments.Extensive experience in installation of DB2 UDB for Linux/Solaris/Windows Servers, Administration tools like Control center, Command line processor, Implemented Database partitioning and Archival logging in DB2 UDB.Implemented HADR and High availability in DB2 UDB7+ years experience as a DBA designing & supporting Oracle 9i/10g 7+ databases in a large-scale (100+ servers) in a UNIX, Linux environment.Install, upgrade & patch Oracle software. Create and configure instances.Backup and recovery using RMAN.Database and Application SQL Performance Tuning skills.Exposure to RAC & DataGaurd a plusPL/SQL, Stored Procedures, Triggers, Packages experience a must.Unix Scripting Experience (Shell, Perl).Experience in database design and some logical modeling knowledge Has a solid understanding of a UNIX-based operating system.Monitor databases using provided monitoring tools.Develop and enforce database standards.Database AuditingStrong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work in a team as well as Independent problem-solving & self-directed.Respond and Resolve helpdesk DBA support tickets.Provide Onsite and Offsite (On Call) support 24x7 in a group rotation.Work issues with Vendor support, provide root cause analysis & incident reports.Participate in weekend Project / Business as usual (BAU) / Adhoc tasks.Financial industry experience a plus.Please send resume to

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This position is integral to ongoing enhancements to client's Merchandising Systems' capabilities as well as support for functionality in production.Develop processes (business and technical) related to development, delivery and support of the Merchandising Systems functionality and capabilities.Provide functional and technical expertise during blueprint, design, configuration and testing of Merchandising Systems enhancements and projectsSupport and maintain client's developed solutions - including detailed design, specification, coding, and unit.Resolve and ensure data integrity between Merchandising, eCommerce and FIT systemsExecute and support the systems, performance, integration and user acceptance and regression testing as neededDefine and deliver Merchandising Systems solutions that are consistent with and support overall business goals and IS environments/directionDevelop and maintain design, configuration, technical and Business Process and Procedure (BPP) documentation
Experience: Qualified candidates for this position will possess a BSCS, MIS, or equivalent with 5 years experience architecting, designing, developing and deploying successfulclient/server, Internet, and/or Extranet solutions.Experience in large-scale, enterprise-wide software development teams using 00 techniques is necessary.Experience with n-tier design and development experience is required.Must have substantial experience in a Microsoft Development setting using NET using VB and/or C#, ASP.NET, VB, ASP. COM+, and SQL Server 2000 with the ability to design and develop from scratch.Database Design experience with a solid understanding of enterprise data modeling along with solid development experience using T-SQL is required.Knowledge of the Microsoft Solution Framework to design, develop, and deploy IT applications is necessary.Experience with UML using tools such as Visio and Rational Rose is a Plus.Experience/Knowledge of integrating Tier 1 ERP packages to Supply Chain Systems is required.Demonstrated ability to work in collaborative team environmentStrong customer facing and communications skills (oral and written)Ability to work with individuals at both analyst and manager/executive level as neededSolid knowledge of supply chain business systemsStrong business aptitude, analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to establish and maintain credibility with the business functional resources they will work with.Ability to prioritize work and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.Ability to work well in a team atmosphere - both IS and business levelIf you are interested in the position described above, and/or any other openings, we would be happy to speak with you about this role or other active opportunities, and discuss your parameters for an ideal position, or simply to establish a relationship for the future. Our agency has clients in multiple locations throughout the United States and Canada. Please, forward us a copy of your MS WORD resume to the address listed below. Obviously, we would not do anything with your resume, until we have had a chance to speak in depth about each opportunity, and make sure it is a suitable fit for your background and your interests.iHeadHunt E-Mail:

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MANAGER, BUSINESS CONSULTING - RETAIL

SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY.

We are Sapient. Since 1990, we have partnered with some of the world’s most recognized brands, and - by harnessing the power of both creativity and technology - helped them achieve success at a rate nearly three times the industry average. Our commitment to our clients is renowned, our passion for delivering exceptional value unparalleled.

Sapient is looking for individuals who want to make a difference. We are inventors, rule-breakers and catalysts, and the work we do changes lives. Our environment fosters growth and creativity, demands openness and client-focused delivery, and celebrates initiative and risk-taking.

Does this speak to you? Then whether you’re fluent in the language of HTML, strategy, Java, or consumer research, we invite you to bring your talents and passion to Sapient.

Manager, Business Consulting - Retail

Job Summary:

A Manager of Business Consulting in Digital Commerce Strategy leads the development of innovative strategies to improve business performance for Sapient’s Global Commerce clients. This individual will work on projects to develop eCommerce business, operating, and IT strategies. The focus of work includes three key areas:
Commerce Business Problem Solving – You tackle our clients’ toughest business problems by leveraging Sapient’s research and business assessment capabilities to define the problem and identify innovative solutions.
Informed Commerce Business Decision Making – You bring rigor to the client decision-making process by conducting detailed financial analyses, presenting solution options, and driving consensus among key stakeholders.
Commerce Solution Planning – You define, scope and plan new solutions for clients, including determining how to measure business results, modeling business processes, gathering business requirements, and identifying the organizational changes required to realize the benefits of the solution.

Primary Responsibilities:

Drive Commerce strategy engagements including:
o Merchandising strategy
o Process redesign and process mapping for front-end retail solutions
o Related brand and marketing strategies
Acquisition demand generation strategies and measurement
Retention strategies and analysis
Customer analytics and reporting (cross-channel)
Personalization
Pricing strategies
o Globalization strategies
o Affiliate programs
o Vendor relations (Sterling Commerce, Retek and/or Manhattan Associates)
o Enabling eCommerce and marketing technologies.
Lead the gathering and prioritization of business requirements based upon Commerce business needs, user needs and technology capabilities
Review, document and assess client Commerce operations and technology
Develop and apply conceptual frameworks and analytical approaches
Stay current on key players and trends in the ecommerce industry and leverage this information appropriately
Coordinate and execute customer, vendor, market analyst, and client interviews, using qualitative and quantitative methods as appropriate, including ethnographic research,
in-context interviews, facilitated work sessions, focus groups, and surveys
Conduct primary and secondary research, data collection and market/competitor analyses
Perform financial analysis and develop business cases
Develop and present solutions and recommendations
Facilitate meetings, working sessions and workshops
Create strong working relationships with clients in business and IT roles
Support business development activities including client proposals
Stay on top of best practices in multi-channel retailing
Contribute to thought leadership through white papers and conference speaking engagements


Experience Guidelines:

5-8 years of relevant work experience with and online retailer; business analysis and consulting experience is a plus (ideally in eCommerce, marketing, merchandising, or operations)
Critical eye in process redesign and process mapping for front-end retail solutions
Understanding of marketing, merchandising, pricing solutions for the end customer
Experience with POS or Order Management systems such as Sterling Commerce, Retek and/or Manhattan Associates
Knowledge of retail industry best practices
Creativity with an eye to developing requirements for new and innovative commerce solutions
Strong problem identification and analytical skills
Ability to effectively interact with senior clients
Experience working across organizations
Lead primary and secondary research & analysis
Financial analysis and business case development
Experience leading teams and motivating others to take action
Ability to structure and plan large projects/programs; Understands project lifecycle
New business opportunity identification
Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to create & deliver clear, powerful & concise presentations/proposals
Ability to plan and manage time and resources, establish priorities and meet goals
Highly proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project

Significant travel may be required as much of the work is done at the client site.

Education:

Ideal candidate will have an MBA or advanced degree in a relevant research discipline.

About Sapient:

Sapient, a global services firm, helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups—Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting—positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support.
Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems—is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit .

Sapient is a registered service mark of Sapient Corporation.
Sapient is an Equal Opportunity Employer

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.

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We have an immediate need for a TCIM consultant, work from home

JOB DESCRIPTION

CDI Business Solutions is currently looking to fill a work from home TCIM position. This is a 12 month contract position, W2 only. Medical, dental, 401K available.

This position is responsible for deploying and supporting Tivoli Compliance Insight Manager (TCIM) in multiple customer accounts. Will be part of an automation team that installs, configures and supports the TCIM tool and its component software. On-call pager rotation support is required.

Microsoft Windows server operating system knowledge
WebSphere experience
Network trouble shooting
LDAP experience
AIX knowledge
Testing principles/techniques & experience
Network device knowledge


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Here are the details on the skill sets needed from the MS resource(s) for the .NET 3.0 upgrade.
Will likely need more than one resource since the skill sets are quite diverse.


TFS
1. Strong TFS skills (architecture and deployment). Must have prior experience of implementing TFS in a large enterprise scenario.

2. Strong in Application Lifecycle Methodologies and processes such as Agile Methodology, Continuous Integration, etc using Visual Studio Team System and TFS

3. Strong in build processes using MSBuild and Wix


Upgrade NEL to .NET 3.5/Windows 2008/IIS 7
1. Experience using Enterprise Library 4.x

2. Strong in application architecture and developing frameworks for enterprise.

3. Experience in developing & deploying applications in Windows 2008/IIS 7

4. Strong in .NET development and architecture patterns and practices

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s an Application Designer, you will design and/or maintain the target business object model and assess the impact of future business requirements on existing and future applications architecture. You will also capture the requirements for future application architecture changes and identify the techniques and technologies that should be applied at the application level; help define the system and operational requirements that the computing infrastructure must support; and identify, analyze and address any inter-application dependencies and interfaces. You will work with the other designers to determine the most appropriate application partitioning to achieve the performance and scalability requirements.
Experience: Client is looking for SQL Server Developer with Query Optimazation Skills

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Several clients are seeking VMware specialists. The candidate must be proficient with all aspects of the VMware server. Their expertise should be in architecture, installation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting. The Specialist should have experience in system management, performance turning and monitoring. The contractor should be an expert in all VMware technologies within a large environment. Some Microsoft cluster configuration and troubleshooting maybe required as well. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: The ideal candidate would have 5+ years experience as a VMware Architect. The candidate should also have enterprise knowledge of all VMware technologies. The VMware VCP certification would be a plus.

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DB2/UDB DBA (1094)6 Months - 1 Year Contract in Houston, TX or Chicago, IL or NYCRate :- $35/Hr On W2Description :- Analyzes, develops, tests and implements database designs in support of corporate and client area technology requirements. Performs data modeling, logical and physical database design. Includes maintenance of database dictionaries, monitoring of standards and procedures, access methods and time, validation checks, organization and statistical methods. Responsible for data loading, security, performance monitoring and tuning, capacity planning, and backup and recovery. Executes database software installation, database creations/configurations and loads.Required Skills :-Database Platforms DB2 and OracleDevelopment Tools LinuxOperating Systems/APIs DB2Protocols UDBAdditional Skills :-7+ years experience as a DBA designing & supporting DB2/UDB database in large-scale environments.Extensive experience in installation of DB2 UDB for Linux/Solaris/Windows Servers, Administration tools like Control center, Command line processor, Implemented Database partitioning and Archival logging in DB2 UDB.Implemented HADR and High availability in DB2 UDB7+ years experience as a DBA designing & supporting Oracle 9i/10g 7+ databases in a large-scale (100+ servers) in a UNIX, Linux environment.Install, upgrade & patch Oracle software. Create and configure instances.Backup and recovery using RMAN.Database and Application SQL Performance Tuning skills.Exposure to RAC & DataGaurd a plusPL/SQL, Stored Procedures, Triggers, Packages experience a must.Unix Scripting Experience (Shell, Perl).Experience in database design and some logical modeling knowledge Has a solid understanding of a UNIX-based operating system.Monitor databases using provided monitoring tools.Develop and enforce database standards.Database AuditingStrong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work in a team as well as Independent problem-solving & self-directed.Respond and Resolve helpdesk DBA support tickets.Provide Onsite and Offsite (On Call) support 24x7 in a group rotation.Work issues with Vendor support, provide root cause analysis & incident reports.Participate in weekend Project / Business as usual (BAU) / Adhoc tasks.Financial industry experience a plus.Please send resume to

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WHY WAIT?
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We have an immediate need for a TCIM consultant, work from home

JOB DESCRIPTION

CDI Business Solutions is currently looking to fill a work from home TCIM position. This is a 12 month contract position, W2 only. Medical, dental, 401K available.

This position is responsible for deploying and supporting Tivoli Compliance Insight Manager (TCIM) in multiple customer accounts. Will be part of an automation team that installs, configures and supports the TCIM tool and its component software. On-call pager rotation support is required.

Microsoft Windows server operating system knowledge
WebSphere experience
Network trouble shooting
LDAP experience
AIX knowledge
Testing principles/techniques & experience
Network device knowledge


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SUMMARY
Answer phones to respond to orders, general customer inquires, invoice questions, and customer complaints. Project a professional company image through phone interaction.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Answer phones and respond to customer requests.
Place customer orders in computer system.
Provide customers with product and service information.
Up-sell products and services.
Transfer customer calls to appropriate staff.
Identify, research, and resolve customer issues using the computer system.
Follow-up on customer inquires not immediately resolved.
Complete call logs and reports.
Research billing issues.
Research misapplied payments.
Recognize, document and alert the supervisor of trends in customer calls.
Recommend process improvements.
Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide on-the-job training for new employees.
Generate customer thank you letters.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent.
Computer literate with the ability to learn customer service software applications.
Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type 50 wpm.
5+ years of call center experience.




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Performance and performance testing management
File Paymentnet4 development. transmission and automation Knowledge of NDM (most important), SFTP and Control-M (scheduling), development experience with these tools is a significant plus
Will be managing resources for this project both onshore and offshore. Up to approx 13 total resources at one time.
The candidate will have the responsibility of managing the File Transmission/Automation Team. He or she will be responsible for ensuring that good development practices are followed in the File Transmission and Automation space.

This team is responsible for developing NDM, SFTP and Control-M scripts for our Paymentnet3, Legacy Paymentnet, Internal Applications, PaymentnetG and Paymentnet4 environments. He or she will be responsible for ensuring that good programming standards are followed. He or she will be responsible for managing deliverables and the metrics around them.

He or she will report to the Infrastructure Director and will work closely with the Infrastructure Manager who previously held this position and is now managing the

He or she will also be responsible for managing Performance Testing around both projects and production performance issues. He or she will also work with Kris Franken who is our lead performance and capacity analyst. He or she will be measured on the guidance to and the success of the performance and capacity management team.

Required Skills:
. College degree, or specialized training or equivalent work experience
. Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience
. Software development experience from both a management and development perspective
. Knowledge of NDM, FTP and Control-M, development experience with these tools is a significant plus
. Needs management experience in a software development capacity
. Strong analytical skills and writing skills, to include solid experience in documenting requirements and technical specifications
. Financial experience is a plus
. Production assurance experience is a plus
. Strong time management skills and must be well organized
. Energetic, self-starter requiring little direct supervision
. Ability to lead through influence, especially when working with cross-impacted areas
. Good project management skills; PMP is a plus
. Excellent telephone and conference call etiquette
. Good understanding of infrastructure and infrastructure environments
. Prior experience with the Production Assurance processes would give the candidate a significant advantage
. Must have excellent oral communication skills

Experience: Performance and performance testing management

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Strong Production Assuarance background .Strong ITIL knowledge (prefer Certified)Solid knowledge of Peregrine strongly prefered .
Solid background in Identifying problems and resolution of Ticket issues for fixes in High Volume transaction IT enviroments.
Prefer Banking background.

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What does it mean to be the largest independent interactive agency in the world? Besides everything you’d expect – award-winning creative, genius marketing, technology prowess - it means people come to Sapient because they share an all-embracing desire to do things differently. To never feel like it’s an assembly line. To do groundbreaking work on a daily basis. That’s why Sapient Interactive is powered by some of the most original, ambitious interactive professionals you’re likely to meet. It’s an ideal environment for the entrepreneurially minded. Sound like you? Then we should probably talk.

Job Title:
Associate Creative Director – Designer

Job Summary:
As Associate Creative Director at Sapient you are responsible for the development and execution of creative concepts for leading-edge Marketing and Web solutions. You possess a deep understanding of user-centered research, copywriting interactive development and content strategy with core strengths in design and communications. You will play an active role in shaping new opportunities for Sapient – be it expanding a current client relationship or forging new ones.

Responsibilities:
Concept, develop and manage a “best in class” Creative product
Manage creative teams and tracks of work, including:
o Lead and direct the creative team from concept to completion
o Plan and estimate for highly complex projects
o Risk/issue management and resolution
Apply brand identity systems, typography, photography, color and other ingredients appropriately to create innovative visual solutions that meet business and user needs
Visualize, design and conceptualize a user experience
Create visual prototypes or screens
Extend existing visual systems/brand guidelines across all mediums with moderate design changes or interpretation
Provide quality assurance of all creative deliverables
Contribute to the development of the Studio's culture and quality standards
Delegate of day-to-day responsibility to other Designers, Writers and Interactive Developers
Elevate the creative level of the work coming out of the Studio
Educate other team members, not exclusive to the Creative Studio, through project development and performance management
Collaborate with strategy, media, account and business development teams to create and develop new business opportunities

Experience Guidelines:
8+ years of industry/agency experience
Strong design portfolio with 4+ years education
Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure with careful attention to detail is a must
A solid knowledge of the latest versions of applicable programs: Mac OS, Photoshop, Fireworks, Illustrator, etc
A solid understanding of online and offline production
Passion for design and eagerness to mentor and elevate other creative people
Self motivated, organized and accountable
Experience leading a team of designers, production specialists and writers to creative excellence
Well-developed communication skills including ability to articulate creative concepts and rationale to other team members and client
Understanding of motion design and the strengths and limitations of Flash, Ajax, Flex, and other emerging platforms
A solid understanding of informational architecture practices
Experience working in a large group environment of 10+
Some travel may be required


Education:
Bachelor’s degree required

About Sapient
Sapient, a global services firm, helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups—Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting—positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support.
Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems—is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit .
Sapient is a registered service mark of Sapient Corporation.
Sapient is an Equal Opportunity Employer

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.

Sapient is a registered service mark of Sapient Corporation.

Keywords: Designer, Graphic Designer, Graphic Artist, Art Director, Creative Director, Strategic Designer, Flash Designer, Visual Designer, Senior Designer, Senior Graphic Artist, Senior Visual Designer, Senior Motion Graphic Artist, Associate Creative Director, AD, SAD, CD, ACD

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Here are the details on the skill sets needed from the MS resource(s) for the .NET 3.0 upgrade.
Will likely need more than one resource since the skill sets are quite diverse.


TFS
1. Strong TFS skills (architecture and deployment). Must have prior experience of implementing TFS in a large enterprise scenario.

2. Strong in Application Lifecycle Methodologies and processes such as Agile Methodology, Continuous Integration, etc using Visual Studio Team System and TFS

3. Strong in build processes using MSBuild and Wix


Upgrade NEL to .NET 3.5/Windows 2008/IIS 7
1. Experience using Enterprise Library 4.x

2. Strong in application architecture and developing frameworks for enterprise.

3. Experience in developing & deploying applications in Windows 2008/IIS 7

4. Strong in .NET development and architecture patterns and practices

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s an Application Designer, you will design and/or maintain the target business object model and assess the impact of future business requirements on existing and future applications architecture. You will also capture the requirements for future application architecture changes and identify the techniques and technologies that should be applied at the application level; help define the system and operational requirements that the computing infrastructure must support; and identify, analyze and address any inter-application dependencies and interfaces. You will work with the other designers to determine the most appropriate application partitioning to achieve the performance and scalability requirements.
Experience: Client is looking for SQL Server Developer with Query Optimazation Skills

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Performance Automation Manager that will manage onshore and offshore resources. Must have experience with NDM and SFTP script development .
Experience with Paymentnet 3 , Paymentnet 4 and Paymentnet G highly desireable.
Prefer PMP Certification

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SAP Financial Management (1088)6 - 9 Months Contract in Chicago, IL 60661Candidates must be currently working in the Chicago area. Leader/manager within the PBSG CIO Finance Team responsible for facilitating and managing new development, enhancements and systems support and for applications that enable financial business activity. Primarily responsible for the business interaction over a number of Finance applications and facilitating solutions and support with a number of different PBSG Support groups. Role Description :-An expert in the business aspects of the Finance functional area with the skill to provide a vision and strategy for the area but with the ability to go deep into details to allow for the quick analysis of capabilities or to solve problems. An individual with strong and effective interpersonal skills who is able to work with all levels of the business organization. Working with senior leadership, this person would be able to help detail out business ideas or visions and translate them into systems or process capabilities. This individual understands the direction the functional area is moving towards and would be able to determine how to enable that business direction. Responsible for driving the Strat plan for their functional area with the ability to execute against near-term requirements (within 1 year) and a vision towards the next 3 to 5 years. Must have very strong partnering and negotiation skills to facilitate prioritization and effective progress against tasks across the multiple business groups and varied support groups in PBSG. EAM, Business Analytics, DMO, ESD, Data Warehouse This person will need to understand the business process and systems flow from End-to-End so that they can recognize the impact a change in one area or step might have on another area. Will need to work with the business team responsible for process and procedures to ensure they are updated properly. Will need to ensure that Controls are maintained and updated accordingly. Will schedule and facilitate periodic update client meetings with senior leadership to communicate status and to discuss needs for the next 3 to 9 months. Develops relationships with client personnel that foster client ties. Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions with project management. Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships. Manages client expectations effectively. Attends functional conferences for their area to ensure they are up-to-date on the latest trends. Quickly understands the business issues and data challenges of client's organization and industry. Exhibits confidence and an extensive knowledge of emerging industry practices when solving business problems. Pushes creative thinking beyond the boundaries of existing industry practices and client mindsets. Delivers informative, well-organized presentations. Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully. Strong understanding of the General Ledger processing in SAP and what cost centers have been set up and how they are posted to. Possesses a certain level of technical Understanding including: Possesses understanding in the areas of application programming, database and system design especially in the area of SAP and it's underlying system modules and technologies. Understands Internet, Intranet, Extranet and client/server architectures. Understands how legacy and web-based systems interface with each other. Will need a level of the knowledge in the technical components of the applications to support performance issues. Will need to facilitate release/upgrade implementations especially if down-time is expected. People Manager: Manage a team of Functional Business Analysts for the Finance areas: Manages the Business Analysis and Project Management deliverables of the team including the areas of: Analysis and Solution Definition Technical Recommendation and Testing Project Execution: Project Pursuit, Project Definition, Blueprinting and Deployment Manage the AOP and Budget for the functional area Possesses key leadership qualities which will generate enthusiasm among team members and challenges others to develop as leaders. Demonstrates key teamwork behavior which facilitates effective team interactions and shows appreciation for each team member's contributions. Application Responsibilities :-Responsible for Business interaction, issue remediation and analysis and enhancement/project design across the following functional business areas: Cost Accounting/GL Control CoPA - Company Profitability BPS - Business Planning and Simulation (R3 rollout). Includes planning for: G&A, A&M, Supply Chain, Sales Finance, Capital Affiliate Sales Project Systems - Includes Capital Planning TCM - Trade Claim Management (R6) for 2009 this will be Genesis adjustments and deductions TFM - Trade Funds Management (R6) Product Costing Coupons Fixed Assets Indirect Procurement A/P & A/R Responsible for driving compliance to SLA's agreed to with the business Responsible for ensuring Disaster Recovery plan is in place and is appropriately prioritized Accountable for Controls and SOX compliance for the above applications Tech Questions :-1. Have you had to facilitate prioritization between a couple of different groups (multiple business teams, Technology Support, Technology Development) and if so, what challenges did you encounter and how did you address or overcome them? 2. What is your level of expertise relevant to the different modules within SAP/FI and how do they inter-relate or interact? To what degree do you understand the data components of SAP/FI (Profit center, segment, Hierarchies, etc) and the dependencies and relationships? 3. Have you had to work with an organization that is experiencing a large degree of transition (Systems & Process transition, coming up to speed on the learning curve, Organization transition)? If so, provide an example, and describe how you were able to work your way through it?Please send resume to

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3eG, Wily CEM Introscope Implementation Resource (1077)6 Months - 1 Year Contract role in Chicago, IL 60601 & New York City, NYLocal Chicago & NYC Candidates highly preferredDescription :- Need 3 resources to provide technical hands-on implementation for eG (also known as eG Innovations), Wily CEM and Wily IntroscopePlease send resume to

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Performs and coordinates the analysis and design of business systems. Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of the needs of the assigned customer group from the business and technical perspective. Works closely with clients and with other system groups to capture business requirements and see them through implementation. Develops and executes systems testing. Acts as a liaison between the business user groups and the technical systems groups.

Experience: Client is looking for Business System Analyst with 5 years of experience and good understanding in OOA (Object Oriented Analysis) and functional specs

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MANAGER, BUSINESS CONSULTING - RETAIL

SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY.

We are Sapient. Since 1990, we have partnered with some of the world’s most recognized brands, and - by harnessing the power of both creativity and technology - helped them achieve success at a rate nearly three times the industry average. Our commitment to our clients is renowned, our passion for delivering exceptional value unparalleled.

Sapient is looking for individuals who want to make a difference. We are inventors, rule-breakers and catalysts, and the work we do changes lives. Our environment fosters growth and creativity, demands openness and client-focused delivery, and celebrates initiative and risk-taking.

Does this speak to you? Then whether you’re fluent in the language of HTML, strategy, Java, or consumer research, we invite you to bring your talents and passion to Sapient.

Manager, Business Consulting - Retail

Job Summary:

A Manager of Business Consulting in Digital Commerce Strategy leads the development of innovative strategies to improve business performance for Sapient’s Global Commerce clients. This individual will work on projects to develop eCommerce business, operating, and IT strategies. The focus of work includes three key areas:
Commerce Business Problem Solving – You tackle our clients’ toughest business problems by leveraging Sapient’s research and business assessment capabilities to define the problem and identify innovative solutions.
Informed Commerce Business Decision Making – You bring rigor to the client decision-making process by conducting detailed financial analyses, presenting solution options, and driving consensus among key stakeholders.
Commerce Solution Planning – You define, scope and plan new solutions for clients, including determining how to measure business results, modeling business processes, gathering business requirements, and identifying the organizational changes required to realize the benefits of the solution.

Primary Responsibilities:

Drive Commerce strategy engagements including:
o Merchandising strategy
o Process redesign and process mapping for front-end retail solutions
o Related brand and marketing strategies
Acquisition demand generation strategies and measurement
Retention strategies and analysis
Customer analytics and reporting (cross-channel)
Personalization
Pricing strategies
o Globalization strategies
o Affiliate programs
o Vendor relations (Sterling Commerce, Retek and/or Manhattan Associates)
o Enabling eCommerce and marketing technologies.
Lead the gathering and prioritization of business requirements based upon Commerce business needs, user needs and technology capabilities
Review, document and assess client Commerce operations and technology
Develop and apply conceptual frameworks and analytical approaches
Stay current on key players and trends in the ecommerce industry and leverage this information appropriately
Coordinate and execute customer, vendor, market analyst, and client interviews, using qualitative and quantitative methods as appropriate, including ethnographic research,
in-context interviews, facilitated work sessions, focus groups, and surveys
Conduct primary and secondary research, data collection and market/competitor analyses
Perform financial analysis and develop business cases
Develop and present solutions and recommendations
Facilitate meetings, working sessions and workshops
Create strong working relationships with clients in business and IT roles
Support business development activities including client proposals
Stay on top of best practices in multi-channel retailing
Contribute to thought leadership through white papers and conference speaking engagements


Experience Guidelines:

5-8 years of relevant work experience with and online retailer; business analysis and consulting experience is a plus (ideally in eCommerce, marketing, merchandising, or operations)
Critical eye in process redesign and process mapping for front-end retail solutions
Understanding of marketing, merchandising, pricing solutions for the end customer
Experience with POS or Order Management systems such as Sterling Commerce, Retek and/or Manhattan Associates
Knowledge of retail industry best practices
Creativity with an eye to developing requirements for new and innovative commerce solutions
Strong problem identification and analytical skills
Ability to effectively interact with senior clients
Experience working across organizations
Lead primary and secondary research & analysis
Financial analysis and business case development
Experience leading teams and motivating others to take action
Ability to structure and plan large projects/programs; Understands project lifecycle
New business opportunity identification
Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to create & deliver clear, powerful & concise presentations/proposals
Ability to plan and manage time and resources, establish priorities and meet goals
Highly proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project

Significant travel may be required as much of the work is done at the client site.

Education:

Ideal candidate will have an MBA or advanced degree in a relevant research discipline.

About Sapient:

Sapient, a global services firm, helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups—Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting—positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support.
Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems—is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit .

Sapient is a registered service mark of Sapient Corporation.
Sapient is an Equal Opportunity Employer

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.

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As an Application Designer, you will design and/or maintain the target business object model and assess the impact of future business requirements on existing and future applications architecture. You will also capture the requirements for future application architecture changes and identify the techniques and technologies that should be applied at the application level; help define the system and operational requirements that the computing infrastructure must support; and identify, analyze and address any inter-application dependencies and interfaces. You will work with the other designers to determine the most appropriate application partitioning to achieve the performance and scalability requirements.
Experience: Client is looking for a .Net Desginer/ Architect Candidate,not pure developers

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SAP Financial Management (1088)6 - 9 Months Contract in Chicago, IL 60661Candidates must be currently working in the Chicago area. Leader/manager within the PBSG CIO Finance Team responsible for facilitating and managing new development, enhancements and systems support and for applications that enable financial business activity. Primarily responsible for the business interaction over a number of Finance applications and facilitating solutions and support with a number of different PBSG Support groups. Role Description :-An expert in the business aspects of the Finance functional area with the skill to provide a vision and strategy for the area but with the ability to go deep into details to allow for the quick analysis of capabilities or to solve problems. An individual with strong and effective interpersonal skills who is able to work with all levels of the business organization. Working with senior leadership, this person would be able to help detail out business ideas or visions and translate them into systems or process capabilities. This individual understands the direction the functional area is moving towards and would be able to determine how to enable that business direction. Responsible for driving the Strat plan for their functional area with the ability to execute against near-term requirements (within 1 year) and a vision towards the next 3 to 5 years. Must have very strong partnering and negotiation skills to facilitate prioritization and effective progress against tasks across the multiple business groups and varied support groups in PBSG. EAM, Business Analytics, DMO, ESD, Data Warehouse This person will need to understand the business process and systems flow from End-to-End so that they can recognize the impact a change in one area or step might have on another area. 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To what degree do you understand the data components of SAP/FI (Profit center, segment, Hierarchies, etc) and the dependencies and relationships? 3. Have you had to work with an organization that is experiencing a large degree of transition (Systems & Process transition, coming up to speed on the learning curve, Organization transition)? If so, provide an example, and describe how you were able to work your way through it?Please send resume to

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Here are the details on the skill sets needed from the MS resource(s) for the .NET 3.0 upgrade.
Will likely need more than one resource since the skill sets are quite diverse.


TFS
1. Strong TFS skills (architecture and deployment). Must have prior experience of implementing TFS in a large enterprise scenario.

2. Strong in Application Lifecycle Methodologies and processes such as Agile Methodology, Continuous Integration, etc using Visual Studio Team System and TFS

3. Strong in build processes using MSBuild and Wix


Upgrade NEL to .NET 3.5/Windows 2008/IIS 7
1. Experience using Enterprise Library 4.x

2. Strong in application architecture and developing frameworks for enterprise.

3. Experience in developing & deploying applications in Windows 2008/IIS 7

4. Strong in .NET development and architecture patterns and practices

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Strong Production Assuarance background .Strong ITIL knowledge (prefer Certified)Solid knowledge of Peregrine strongly prefered .
Solid background in Identifying problems and resolution of Ticket issues for fixes in High Volume transaction IT enviroments.
Prefer Banking background.

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As an Application Designer, you will design and/or maintain the target business object model and assess the impact of future business requirements on existing and future applications architecture. You will also capture the requirements for future application architecture changes and identify the techniques and technologies that should be applied at the application level; help define the system and operational requirements that the computing infrastructure must support; and identify, analyze and address any inter-application dependencies and interfaces. You will work with the other designers to determine the most appropriate application partitioning to achieve the performance and scalability requirements.
Experience: Client is looking for a .Net Desginer/ Architect Candidate,not pure developers

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