Epicor ERP Administrator

Anova•Chicago, IL

6d•Remote

About The Position

Make a measurable and mission-critical impact. Bring your unique talents and experience to a leading company in Industrial IoT (IIoT) solutions. Grow your passion into a rewarding profession by joining a dynamic and expanding organization. You’ll play a vital role that supports your success and helps drive safe, efficient, and reliable operations across industries worldwide. Anova offers opportunities that empower you to: Innovate with cutting-edge IIoT technology Be part of a global, mission-driven team Grow your skills through hands-on experience and development Make a measurable impact across industries worldwide Join us on the IT Operations team as an Epicor ERP Administrator, and help shape the future of safer, more efficient, and more reliable operations across the globe. Start your journey with Anova today!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
7+ years of ERP administration or business systems experience, with meaningful ownership of an enterprise ERP platform.
Hands-on experience with Epicor ERP, preferably Epicor Kinetic, in a manufacturing, distribution, or operational environment.
Demonstrated ability to analyze, document, and redesign business processes, not just configure systems.
Strong understanding of core ERP domains such as:
Finance (GL, AP, AR)
Supply Chain & Inventory
Manufacturing / Operations
Order Management
Experience supporting or leading ERP implementations, upgrades, or cloud migrations.
Proven ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executives.
Strong documentation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to perform typical office tasks, including sitting or standing for extended periods, using a computer, communicating effectively, and occasionally lifting light items
Must be able to drive and have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience leading or supporting a migration to Epicor Kinetic in the cloud.
Experience serving as a functional ERP owner or product manager, not just an administrator.
Strong background in process mapping and improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, BPMN, value stream mapping, etc.).
Experience with Epicor tools such as:
BAQs & Dashboards
BPMs & workflows
SSRS or advanced reporting
Familiarity with ERP integrations (EDI, PLM, WMS, CRM) and API-based data flows.
Experience working with third-party Epicor consultants and vendors.
Epicor certification(s) or equivalent ERP certifications.
Manufacturing, industrial, or multi-entity operational experience.
Comfort working in environments undergoing organizational change and digital transformation.

Responsibilities

Epicor Kinetic Platform Ownership
Serve as the primary administrator and functional owner of Anova’s Epicor Kinetic ERP environment, ensuring stability, scalability, security, and alignment with business goals.
Lead the centralization of operations onto Epicor Kinetic, consolidating processes, data, and reporting across business units.
Own system configuration, user roles, security, environments, and release management for Epicor Kinetic (cloud and related tooling).
Plan, test, and execute upgrades, patches, and new module deployments, coordinating with Epicor and implementation partners as needed.
Business Process & Operational Excellence
Partner closely with Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Leadership to understand end-to-end business processes and translate them into effective Epicor configurations.
Proactively map current-state and future-state processes, identifying inefficiencies, manual workarounds, and opportunities for automation and standardization.
Act as a trusted advisor to the business, helping stakeholders understand what Epicor can and should do versus where process change is required.
Drive continuous improvement by aligning ERP capabilities with operational KPIs and strategic initiatives.
Cloud Migration & Modernization
Play a key role in Anova’s transition to Epicor Kinetic in the cloud, including environment strategy, data migration planning, testing, and cutover support.
Ensure cloud best practices around security, performance, data integrity, and system monitoring are followed.
Collaborate with IT leadership to align Epicor architecture with broader enterprise systems and integration strategy.
Automation, Configuration & Integration
Design and maintain Epicor configurations, workflows, BPMs, dashboards, BAQs, and reports to streamline business operations.
Evaluate and implement process automation using native Epicor tools before introducing customizations.
Support and enhance integrations between Epicor and external systems (e.g., EDI, PLM, WMS, CRM, financial tools).
Ensure data quality and consistency across integrated systems through validation, controls, and monitoring.
Reporting, Data & Decision Support
Develop and maintain operational and financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs within Epicor to support leadership decision-making.
Partner with business leaders to define reporting requirements and ensure data is trusted, timely, and actionable.
Oversee data governance, including master data management, audits, and cleanup initiatives.
User Enablement & Change Management
Lead ERP change management efforts by supporting adoption, communication, and training during rollouts and enhancements.
Develop training materials, SOPs, and documentation tailored to different user groups and roles.
Serve as an escalation point for complex Epicor issues, balancing user needs with system integrity and long-term maintainability.
Project Leadership & Governance
Lead or significantly contribute to ERP-related projects including new modules, integrations, process redesigns, and system enhancements.
Manage priorities, dependencies, and risks across concurrent initiatives.
Maintain system documentation, architectural decisions, and process maps to support long-term sustainability.

Benefits

We believe that rewarding work should reward you. As part of Anova, your work, integrity, and commitment are rewarded through competitive compensation and reward strategies, through sincere appreciation, and through opportunities for growth and advancement. We put people first by providing benefits that support your life and well-being, from health and finance to recognition and reward, and so much more — we've got you covered.

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