Senior JDE Manufacturing and distribution Business analyst
Rockford, IL

Seeking  a skilled JD Edwards Business Analyst with expertise in Manufacturing and Distribution (PTP & OTC) to join our global team in Rockford, IL. In this role, you will analyze and optimize technical systems, analyze and optimize technical systems, support end-users, and work closely with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include business analysis and design, troubleshooting issues, system and integration testing of enhancements, implementing enhancements, configuring system settings, and developing cost-effective solutions. Additionally, responsibilities include the planning, preparation, development, support, and execution of system, integration, and regression testing cycles aligned to release design specifications.

Job Description:   

·         Utilizing JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (JDE 9.2) to manage manufacturing processes, including production planning and scheduling, shop floor control, inventory control, and order management.

·         Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient manufacturing and distribution operations (Procure to Pay and Order to Cash).

·         Configuring and maintaining JDE modules related to manufacturing, such as forecasting, MPS (Master Planning Schedule), MRP (Material Requirements Planning), Shop Floor Control, and Product Data Management.

·         Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to manufacturing and distribution processes within the JDE system.

·         Setting up the Distribution and Manufacturing Automatic Accounting Instructions (DMAAI) for manufacturing accounting and variance reporting.

·         Providing training and support to end-users on JDE manufacturing functionalities.

·         Analyzing data and generating reports to monitor key performance indicators and identify areas for improvement.

·         Participating in system upgrades, tools upgrades and enhancements related to JDE distribution and manufacturing and modules.

·         Staying updated on industry best practices and trends in manufacturing technology to optimize JDE system usage.

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

·         Provide support for primary-use applications and functional areas within the Business Solutions team.

·         Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert for 1-2 business functions, such as Manufacturing, Purchase Order Processing, Sales Order Processing, Product Data Management, Master Data Management, or Supply Chain/Inventory Management.

·         Continuously develop and enhance your knowledge of business functions to stay current with industry trends and best practices.

·         Participate in analyzing and designing system solutions. Provide guidance to development teams using a standard SDLC model from Concept through Analysis/Requirements, Development, Quality Assurance, Implementation, and Decommission.

·         Assess the impact of proposed solutions on the business. Develop use cases to explain and demonstrate business requirements/specifications to the IT team and contribute a business perspective during design reviews.

·         Apply ITIL-type methodologies to manage functional and technical issues. Handle incident management, assist in technical investigations to identify root causes, and create mitigation plans for user processes.

·         Analyze and recommend improvements to business processes and technology. Design and execute training for customers, help desk personnel, and system developers on new and existing processes.

·         Manage issue resolution with appropriate urgency, negotiating and resolving conflicts with customers, helpdesk personnel, and developers. Escalate issues to management and senior leadership as needed.

·         Independently manage small projects, leading application, infrastructure, and business resources using the SDLC model.

·         Develop and maintain strong relationships with business and technical partners, as well as customers, to enhance system efficiency and IT support.

·         Be prepared for both domestic (up to 50%) and international travel as required (less than15%).

·         Perform other projects or duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

·         Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of related experience or High School Diploma and 10+ years of specific experience

·         5+ years’ experience in a business analysis role, in a multi-location organization in a 24×7 environment (preferably in a GxP and Distribution environment)

·         Experience with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne supporting ERP applications in a global environment with multiple manufacturing and distribution centers and 24/7 operations.

·         Working knowledge of business processes, system development and process improvements

·         Proficient in gathering business requirements, process flows and use cases

·         Experience with modeling and mapping as-is and to-be business processes

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·         Expert in Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills and Experience:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.

·         Experience with JD Edwards tools such as Watch List, E1Pages, Orchestrations, Form Extensions, and UDOs.

·         Familiarity with integrating JD Edwards with third-party software like Anaplan

·         Experience with Hubble/DAS Reporting.

·         Knowledge of EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) integrations.

·         Certifications like CSCP/CPIM

·         Project Management experience

·         Ability to travel up to 50%