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Product Implementation Specialist

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The Product Implementation Specialist acts as the primary point of contact between clients and the KM Solution team, guiding organizations through a smooth onboarding experience. The role combines business consulting, light technical aptitude, and a good understanding of AI-driven tools to help clients get maximum value from the platform.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Meet with clients to collect requirements and understand current knowledge management challenges.
  • Define problem statements and measurable goals aligned to the client's business outcomes.
  • Configure and customize the KM Solution to meet individual client needs and workflows.
  • Communicate with clients throughout the implementation process to obtain feedback and approvals.
  • Educate clients on platform usage, features, and best practices through training sessions.
  • Create client-specific implementation documents detailing all configurations and customizations made.
  • Coordinate with the internal team to track key deliverables and project milestones.
  • Provide time and cost estimates for additional customization requests.
  • Deliver on-floor and remote hypercare support post go-live.
  • Address application queries and facilitate discussions on new features or enhancements.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

AI & Technology Awareness

  • Basic understanding of AI concepts — NLP, smart search, chatbots, and AI-assisted content recommendations — as they apply to KM platforms.
  • Ability to explain AI-powered features to non-technical stakeholders in simple, business-relevant terms.
  • Awareness of how AI integrations with third-party tools (CRMs, ticketing, ITSM) work in practice.

Software Development Awareness

  • Minimum working knowledge of how software applications are built, deployed, and configured (no coding required).
  • Familiarity with APIs, webhooks, and integration concepts at a conceptual level.
  • Ability to read and interpret basic technical documentation, configuration guides, or system logs to coordinate with dev teams.
  • Understanding of SDLC stages to communicate effectively with product and engineering during escalations.

Core Competencies

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills — able to engage both business and technical stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple client engagements simultaneously.
  • Problem-solving mindset with a consultative approach to client challenges.

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Business, or a related field — or equivalent experience.
  • 2–5 years of experience in software implementation, business analysis, or client-facing technical roles.
  • Prior exposure to knowledge management, customer support, or ITSM environments is a plus.

CERTIFICATIONS (ADDED ADVANTAGE)

  • Any AI/ML Fundamentals certification (Google, Microsoft Azure AI, AWS, etc.).
  • Project Management certification (PMP, CAPM, or Prince2).
  • Certifications in platforms such as Salesforce, ServiceNow, or Zendesk.

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