Programmer Analyst

Spicers Canada•Vaughan, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Spicers is a leading distributor of commercial print and business papers, specialty products, graphic solutions, sign & display equipment and materials, and packaging and facility supplies and equipment. We are currently looking for a Programmer Analyst located in Vaughan, Ontario reporting to the National Manager, IT Business Process and Development. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and deploying solutions within the Infor A+ ERP environment, developing and enhancing enterprise applications using Free Format RPG, RPG ILE, RPG III, SQL, and CL, and building reliable, maintainable code supporting core business workflows. The Programmer Analyst will also develop integrations connecting ERP with eCommerce platforms, CRM systems, reporting and analytics tools, and supplier/customer EDI networks, build APIs, data interfaces, and automation processes, and support EDI integrations. Additionally, the role involves partnering with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities, translating business requirements into technical solutions, improving workflows, and modernizing IBM i applications. The Programmer Analyst will also respond to service desk requests, investigate and resolve production issues, identify opportunities to improve system performance, and participate in an on-call support rotation. Collaboration and knowledge sharing are key, including documenting technical designs, mentoring junior developers, and communicating project progress. The technology environment includes Infor A+ ERP, IBM i / AS400, DB2/400, Free Format RPG, RPG ILE / RPG III, SQL, CL, REST APIs, EDI, CRM platforms, eCommerce systems, Infor integration tools, SQL-based reporting, Power BI, and emerging modernization tools.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent practical experience that demonstrates strong technical capability
4+ years of software development experience on IBM i / AS400
Strong hands-on experience with RPG (Free Format / ILE / RPG III)
Proficiency in SQL and DB2/400
Experience supporting and developing within ERP-based business systems
Strong analytical, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to business stakeholders, you can explain the “why” as well as the “how”

Nice To Haves

Experience with Infor A+ ERP specifically
Experience integrating IBM i systems with REST APIs, web services, or cloud platforms
Familiarity with EDI integration platforms and B2B data exchange
Background in distribution, logistics, or supply chain environments
Exposure to Power BI or enterprise reporting/BI tools
Experience with Git or other source control systems
Interest in or experience with modern IBM i development approaches (e.g., open-source tooling, RDi, Python/Node.js on PASE)

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and deploy solutions within the Infor A+ ERP environment
Develop and enhance enterprise applications using Free Format RPG, RPG ILE, RPG III, SQL, and CL
Build reliable, maintainable code supporting core business workflows including order processing, inventory, purchasing, and distribution
Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving development standards and practices across the team
Develop integrations connecting ERP with eCommerce platforms, CRM systems, reporting and analytics tools, and supplier/customer EDI networks
Build APIs, data interfaces, and automation processes that support enterprise data flow and reduce manual handoffs
Support EDI integrations using tools such as TrustedLink and BizManager
Troubleshoot integration issues and ensure data consistency across systems
Partner with stakeholders across operations, finance, and sales to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
Translate business requirements into scalable, well-documented technical solutions
Improve workflows that reduce manual effort and increase operational visibility
Contribute to initiatives modernizing IBM i applications within a broader enterprise architecture
Respond to service desk requests related to enterprise applications and triage effectively
Investigate and resolve production issues impacting business operations with appropriate urgency
Identify opportunities to improve system performance, stability, and maintainability proactively
Participate in an on-call support rotation for critical business systems
Document technical designs, integrations, and operational procedures to build shared team knowledge
Mentor and support junior developers, contributing to the overall capability of the IT development team
Communicate project progress, risks, and recommendations clearly to both technical and business stakeholders
Work closely with cross-functional teams across IT, operations, and finance