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Security AV
Canada
At Avanade, cybersecurity consultants are innovators, and challengers of the status quo. If you’re an experienced Digital Identity Specialist, who can help our clients solve complex challenges, this might be the perfect opportunity for you.
In a client-facing consulting role, you will work on exciting projects that transform our client’s solutions with a focus on the Microsoft Digital Identity capabilities as well as other leading market vendors (e.g. Saviynt & One Identity). As a member of our security practice, you will work for both Avanade and Accenture clients, ranging from medium to large global enterprise clients.
Join a curious and diverse team that’s passionate about next-gen tech and establish yourself as a Leader in the Digital Identity space. Together, let’s transform cybersecurity.
Chargeable individuals who design and implement solutions to ensure people have the appropriate access. Including Authentication, Authorization, Administration & Auditing, Identity Lifecyle Management, RBAC, External Identities (B2B and CIAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM) and implement Zero Trust Principles.
Key Accountabilities:
- Develop and implement modern authentication solutions (OAuth, SAML, token-based authentication, claims transformations).
- Manage identities and authentication services using Microsoft Entra ID, including SSO, Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, and authentication methods.
- Enhance and secure Active Directory environments, including AD tiered models, GPOs, DNS, PKI/Certification Authority, and AD recovery.
- Manage IAM lifecycle processes (provisioning, deprovisioning, JML, IGA).
- Configure and maintain Entra ID Hybrid Sync and application provisioning (SCIM, custom attributes).
- Develop and implement External Identity solutions including Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex IAM issues across AD, Entra ID, and authentication flows.
- Lead or contribute to solution design and delivery for identity projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders in an agile environment.
- Support privileged access management and secrets management initiatives.
Sales AV
Canada
Canada Alliance and Partner Sales Manager
Avanade seeks an Alliance and Partner Sales Manager to generate sales and drive revenue with and through strategic Ecosystem Partners and the Microsoft alliance through prospecting, acquiring, developing, and expanding business leads to achieve resale revenue, partner services, resulting in profit growth.
Come join us
As a Manager in Alliance & Partner Sales, you will lead customer engagement opportunities from lead generation to closing deals. You will develop and execute account plans, manage sales performance, and build strong customer relationships. By leveraging strategic partners like Microsoft and Accenture, you will drive revenue growth and enhance customer satisfaction. Join us to make a significant impact on our company's success. Together we do what matters.
What you will do
· Work closely with BD Sellers to generate sales and drive revenue through prospecting and expanding business leads with 3rd party ISV’s and software sales.
· Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, stakeholders and partners.
· Cross-sell new products to existing customers and originate new customers into the Avanade portfolio
· Increase profitability of accounts through third-party ecosystem partner products
· Manage sales performance, forecasting, and customer satisfaction
· Own proposal creation and delivery
· Support local marketing programs for brand development and market awareness
· Build and maintain relationships with strategic third-party partners and Avanade Sales and Delivery teams to develop new business opportunities via third party partner ecosystem channels.
· Generate software, hardware and services resale opportunities through Avanade services pursuits and partner relationships.
· Own and lead alliances revenue pipeline.
· Manage Microsoft CSP/OCA business in region, driving resale and support services around Microsoft’s cloud platforms.
· Lead regional partner sales and technical enablement initiatives, based on partner GTM strategy.
· Work with Regional Solution Area, Industry, and Practice Leads to validate partner solutions within client proposals.
· Leverage ecosystem partners
· Assist the regions and ecosystem operations teams with identifying Microsoft incentive and influence programs including CPoR and PAL for the region.
· Be a great partner with Accenture counterpart (Ecosystem Sales Director), aligning on Partnering opportunities in indirect accounts.
Business and Tech Integration AV
Canada
Leader en prévente – Applications métier (BizApps) – Est du Canada
Pre-Sales Lead – Business Applications - Eastern Canada
Présentation du rôle
Avanade Canada est à la recherche d’un(e) leader expérimenté(e) en prévente pour les applications métier – Solution Seller / Architecte (niveau Manager ou Senior Manager) – afin de se joindre à la pratique Business Applications. Le rôle met l’accent sur le leadership en prévente, la structuration d’opportunités stratégiques et le développement du marché autour de Microsoft Dynamics 365 (ERP et CRM) et de la Power Platform.
Ce poste s’adresse à un(e) solution seller et leader commercial, et non à un(e) architecte fonctionnel(le) spécialisé(e) dans la configuration détaillée. La personne retenue apportera une vision transversale des applications métier, une forte acuité commerciale et une capacité démontrée à développer la présence marché et le pipeline, particulièrement dans l’Est du Canada et le marché de Montréal.
Ensemble, nous faisons ce qui compte.
Responsabilités principales
Leadership en prévente et pilotage des opportunités
Diriger et orchestrer les activités de prévente pour des opportunités complexes.
Mener les conversations initiales, qualifier les opportunités et définir la stratégie de poursuite.
Être responsable du récit de solution et de la proposition de valeur couvrant les solutions ERP (Dynamics 365 Finance, Supply Chain, Project Operations) et CRM (Dynamics 365 Sales, Customer Service, Field Service, Marketing).
Collaborer étroitement avec les architectes de livraison et les spécialistes sectoriels.
Développement du marché et croissance du pipeline
Agir comme solution seller BizApps visible sur le marché canadien.
Développer le pipeline et la présence d’Avanade dans l’Est du Canada, incluant Montréal.
Collaborer avec les équipes Ventes, Client Solutions, Accenture et Microsoft pour identifier et stimuler de nouvelles opportunités.
Bâtir un pipeline durable aligné sur la stratégie Applications métier.
Structuration de solutions axées sur la valeur
Traduire des enjeux d’affaires complexes en solutions orientées résultats.
Positionner et différencier les solutions en mettant en avant la valeur d’affaires et les résultats de transformation en s’appuyant sur Dynamics 365, la Power Platform et les technologies Microsoft connexes.
Éviter les détails techniques ou de configuration approfondis au profit d’une approche orientée valeur s’appuyant sur les forces distinctives d’Avanade.
Engagement client et exécutif
Établir des relations de confiance avec les dirigeants d’affaires et de technologie.
Animer des ateliers de vision, des conversations de niveau exécutif, des séances de découverte reliant la stratégie client à des feuilles de route de transformation en applications métier.
Interagir avec assurance auprès des cadres C-level et VP pour influencer les décisions.
Leadership commercial et réponses aux appels d’offres
Diriger les réponses aux RFP et RFI.
Définir le périmètre, les hypothèses, les risques et les aspects commerciaux.
Collaborer avec les équipes de livraison, finances, juridiques et autres experts pour élaborer des propositions réalisables intégrant des modèles de livraison de haut niveau et des estimations d’effort, tout en garantissant la viabilité et la clarté commerciales.
Collaboration avec l’écosystème et les partenaires
Travailler étroitement avec Microsoft, Accenture et les partenaires ISV afin de cocréer des solutions.
Soutenir les démarches conjointes et renforcer la position d’Avanade comme partenaire de référence en applications métier Microsoft au Canada.
Représenter Avanade lors d’événements clients, partenaires et sectoriels.
Continuité entre ventes et livraison
Assurer un transfert fluide des connaissances entre la phase de vente et les équipes de livraison.
Maintenir la continuité de la vision, du périmètre et de la valeur promise de la poursuite jusqu’à l’exécution.
Contribuer à la préparation du succès des équipes de livraison.
Delivery Management AV
Canada
Summary
We are seeking a senior Client Solutions ERP Modernization Lead to own and drive Avanade’s ERP Modernization go to market strategy in Canada, acting as the primary market facing leader for ERP transformation across Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the broader enterprise ERP landscape.
This is a sales led, solution seller role, designed for a leader with a strong ERP delivery or solution architecture background who has evolved into a commercial, market making position. The successful candidate will bring credibility across ERP platforms, a strong Microsoft ecosystem mindset, and the ability to create demand and pipeline where little exists today.
The role sits within Client Solutions, working closely with Sales, and is not a deep solution architecture or delivery role. Instead, it focuses on owning the ERP modernization narrative, shaping pursuits, influencing clients, and driving sustained market momentum.
Key Responsibilities
ERP Modernization Go To Market Ownership
Own Avanade Canada’s ERP Modernization solution play, including market strategy, solution positioning, priority industries, and GTM focus. Define how Avanade shows up in the market for ERP transformation, with clear differentiation, messaging, and value propositions aligned to Dynamics 365 ERP and Avanade offerings.
Market Making & Pipeline Creation
Act as a market maker for ERP Modernization in Canada. Proactively incubate and build early-stage pipeline through ecosystem engagement, executive level client conversations, and targeted market activity—rather than relying on existing demand. Focus on creating a sustainable, Microsoft led ERP pipeline.
Client Engagement & Solution Positioning
Lead senior level client discussions centered on ERP modernization outcomes, business transformation, and value realization. Shape compelling solution approaches that resonate with business and technology leaders without becoming embedded in detailed functional or technical design.
Sales Pursuit & Pre-Sales Leadership
Lead and support ERP focused pursuits, including opportunity qualification, pursuit strategy, solution shaping, and executive presentations. Partner with sales leaders, delivery architects, and industry SMEs to build credible, differentiated, and commercially viable proposals.
Microsoft & Ecosystem Leadership
Serve as Avanade Canada’s primary ERP Modernization GTM counterpart to Microsoft, owning joint pipeline strategy, priority accounts, and co-sell motions across Dynamics 365 ERP. Strengthen Avanade’s position with Microsoft as the partner of choice for ERP modernization. Engage selectively with Accenture partners where relevant.
Solution & Offering Development
Inform and influence the evolution of Avanade’s ERP modernization offerings based on market insight, competitive analysis, and client feedback. Help shape offerings that are easy to sell, clearly differentiated, and aligned to market demand.
Thought Leadership & Market Presence
Represent Avanade as a visible ERP Modernization leader in the Canadian market through executive briefings, Microsoft led events, client roundtables, and targeted thought leadership. Position Avanade as a trusted advisor for ERP transformation—not just ERP implementation.
Sales Enablement & Internal Leadership
Enable Sales and Client Solutions teams with ERP modernization narratives, positioning guidance, and pursuit support. Act as a senior ERP voice within Avanade Canada, providing clarity on where to play, how to win, and how to engage the market effectively.
Role Characteristics
Solution seller / presales leadership role (sales pursuit focused)
Not responsible for deep ERP solution architecture, demos, or delivery execution
Approximately 30% chargeability, focused on pursuits, GTM activity, and market development
Toronto based, with national responsibility for ERP Modernization