Business Application / ERP Administrator

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking a Business Application / ERP Administrator to serve as the technical owner of our Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains environment and related business application integrations. This role supports key business systems across finance, supply chain, operations, IT, and external partner platforms. In this position, you will help ensure the reliability, security, integrity, and compliance of ERP data and processes. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, IT teams, and external vendors to translate business needs into stable, auditable, and well-controlled system solutions.

Requirements

A degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
At least 5 years of experience administering, configuring, and supporting Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains
Strong experience with SQL, including T-SQL
Experience supporting business applications used in finance, procurement, materials management, supply chain, or related business areas
Ability to investigate system issues, compare multiple courses of action, and recommend practical solutions that support business needs
Experience creating, maintaining, or troubleshooting workflows, stored procedures, reports, and data processes
Ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders across multiple departments

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Citrix environments and published database applications is preferred
Experience supporting mobile business applications or ERP modernization projects is a plus

Responsibilities

Maintain Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains security, including user access, permissions, audits, quotas, and security controls
Apply sound judgment and knowledge of IT, accounting, audit, and data security standards to protect system integrity and support business workflow needs
Create, maintain, and troubleshoot workflows, stored procedures, scheduled reports, and real-time reports
Maintain SQL Server environments, including testing and applying patches, upgrades, and new releases in a timely manner
Provide user support and training for business application systems
Support the research, beta testing, implementation, installation, and upgrade of system enhancements and third-party applications
Perform and validate master data updates, including item attributes, tariff/HTS fields, credit limits, pricing data, and related business data
Investigate and resolve data inconsistencies, system defects, reporting issues, and integration errors
Support SQL Server Reporting Services, Crystal Reports, and future reporting platforms, including updates, code changes, report publishing, validation, and user support
Develop and maintain documentation for end-user processes and IT system management procedures
Maintain database systems in accordance with industry standards for data integrity, data security, and compliance
Observe user processes, respond to user needs, and proactively identify opportunities for system and process improvement
Participate in company-wide business process reviews to support smoother operations, automation opportunities, and improved technology solutions

Benefits

Day 1 Benefits
Competitive Salary
Matching 401K
Profit-Sharing Program
Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
Generous & Front-Loaded Paid Time Off Plan
Tuition Assistance Program for both graduate and undergraduate levels
Pet Insurance
optional Identity theft, legal pre-paid and critical care buy-up insurance benefits
generous company paid life insurance & short-term disability programs
Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday!
Employee Resource Groups
10 paid vacation days
8 paid personal days
8 paid scheduled holidays
3 paid floating holidays
state-mandated sick leave (for California and Puerto Rico residents)
short-term disability program with the company covering 100% of monthly premiums
discretionary year-end bonus