JD Edwards Business Analyst (JDE ERP)

Can You Imagine Making AND Delivering Over ONE MILLION Sandwiches each week?

We Can and We DO!

The E.A. Sween Company is headquartered in Eden Prairie, MN. Our 100,000 square foot facility features a state-of-the art, USDA inspected production facility. Today, Deli Express is the #1 selling sandwich brand in convenience stores nationwide.

SUMMARY

This position provides hands-on application expertise for JDE in support of ERP projects. Primary focus on the Sales, Advanced Pricing and Inventory modules and secondary responsibility for other JDE modules. Activities includes: business process improvement projects, system implementations, upgrades, ongoing end-user support and support for any 3rd party packages. Work at the direction of the Business Systems Manager to improve processes through the optimal use of JDE.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Function as a subject matter expert in Sales and Distribution processes contributing thought to leadership to initiatives proposing "best practices" where applicable.
• Work with business process owners to improve business processes.
• Configure and test the software based on user requirements and best practices.
• Lead cross-functional teams to address business or system issues; coordinate integration and testing of changes.
• Identify and diagnose problems affecting system integrity and data accuracy. Conduct routine testing and analysis.
• Provide support for JDE controls and segregation of duties.
• Lead any system implementation or upgrades for the Sales, Advanced Pricing & Inventory processes.
• Provide clear and concise documentation for any new procedures or processes implemented.
• Provide support and understanding of any EDI transaction types utilized by the Sales Order processes.
• Provide support for users reporting requirements using one of the reporting tools available – JDE, Insight (Hubble), or Showcase Query.
• Stay current with application issues, software defects or shortcomings through Oracle Knowledge Base site and other published materials.
• Supporting systems/modules/processing:
  • JD Edwards Sales Order Processing, Advanced Pricing, EDI orders, Inventory Management, Customer Address Book Management.
  • Route handheld transactions – including both sales & inventory.
  • Data Feeds (sales/customers/items) to Demantra (forecasting tool)
  • Insight reporting – specifically designing/trouble-shooting sales order, pricing & customer queries
  • Understanding of Halo (BI) Sales reporting tool

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in business related area preferred
• Certification in Business Analysis or Project Management a plus
• Previous experience with JD Edwards software (E1 and/or World) preferred
• 3+ years practical business experience as a Buyer, Planner, Cost Accountant, Inventory Specialist, etc. preferred
• 3+ years experience in business requirements analysis process preferred
• Demonstrated project management skills; certification a plus
• Intermediate level of knowledge with MS Office and Outlook

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Generally an office/desk position using a computer and telephone
• Repetitive use of hands and fingers
• Ability to view a computer screen for long periods of time
• Must be able to work on multiple projects at one time, handle deadlines, confidential information and interruptions in the work process
• Must be able to work well various levels of employees and diverse culture
• Occasional evening and weekend work to meet deadlines
• Ability to travel 5-10%