ERP Systems Analyst

RUPRECHT CO•Mundelein, IL

About The Position

The ERP Systems analyst identifies business problems and analyzes and documents business requirements for the supported business functions. They understand the customer’s business and manages the relationships with key customers. The senior business analyst participates in and leads components of system delivery and assures user acceptance. The ERP systems analyst also identifies and investigates operational needs and opportunities, contributing to the implementation of technology improvements.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in IT project management/business analysis in a manufacturing or distribution company
Experience with T-SQL queries, views and stored procedures.
Minimum 5 years of experience working with Manufacturing ERP’s – preferably Tier 2 (Syspro, Dynamics, QAD, Epicor)
Experience with EDI trading partner setup and maintenance
Familiarity with ANSI X12 EDI standards and the 850/855/856/810 document types.
Experience working and integrating multiple 3PL warehouses into ERP and WMS
Experience with systems solution delivery, systems support, configuration, or development
Experience managing customer relationships at various organizational levels
Experience with formal SDLC methodology desired, as well as with system validation processes
Experience developing or managing Business Intelligence applications, SSIS/SQL Server is a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively
Ability to engage effectively with business leaders, using a customer centric approach, and discuss challenges in manufacturing, warehouse management and finance and define detailed project and system requirements
Experience with systems solution delivery, systems support, configuration, or development, including Manufacturing, Supply Chain Planning and Supply Chain Execution Systems
Data analysis skills using Excel pivot and basic SQL queries
Demonstrated competence with a Manufacturing ERP, preferably a Tier 2 such as Syspro, Dynamics AX/SL/NV, QAD, Epicor
Proven program and project management skills
Possess strong problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science or equivalent experience
Familiarity with SPS Commerce as an EDI VAN is preferred

Responsibilities

Analyzes and documents business requirements for the business area(s) of responsibility with a core focus on Finance and Sales
Work with Supply Chain on EDI standards with 3PLs and work with IT resources on process improvements and issue resolution
Onboard new EDI Trading Partners, including but not limited to setup, validation, process definition, and documentation
Setup EDI Integrations and alerts to sales, finance and supply chain
Responsible for delivery of IT projects
Assures project and project teams follow company and departmental policies, procedures and standards, including SDLC and Change control
Provides business consulting support to customers
Analyzes, resolves and documents system changes needed as a result of defects, enhancements, incidents, missing requirements or other root causes
Proactively identifies and assists in prioritizing opportunities to streamline business and system processes
Shares industry standards/trends with customers and peers within the area of responsibility
Identifies issues and leads resolution efforts. Escalates issues appropriately
Develops and assists in the presentation of business cases and system roadmaps
Develops preliminary project budgets. Assists in monitoring and reporting on projects
Manages day-to-day interactions with vendors. Work closely with vendors to complete required tasks
Works under general direction within a clear framework of accountability. Exercises substantial personal responsibility and autonomy. Plans own work to meet given objectives and processes
Technical support/Help Desk and carry out tasks defined in the Help Ticket Tracking system
Remains current on advances in technology.