Job Description
The Business Analyst is responsible for supporting enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications, designing automation workflows, managing change processes, administering systems, and leading projects. This role serves as the primary subject matter expert and product owner for the organization’s core ERP system, which operates on the IBM iSeries platform and utilizes DB2 and RPGILE programming language.
The analyst will oversee and actively participate in the design, development, and maintenance of the ERP environment, collaborating with multiple vendor partners who provide remote managed services for the iSeries infrastructure and ERP application. Strong communication skills are essential, as this role interacts with stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
Essential Functions
- Serve as the primary subject matter expert and product owner for the core ERP system (e.g., systems such as Iptor DC1/XT, Infor M3, JD Edwards, or similar IBM i-based ERP platforms).
- Develop documentation based on interviews, diagrams, surveys, and workflow analysis.
- Analyze existing business processes and propose automation solutions.
- Identify, track, and communicate issues related to core business applications.
- Coordinate with department leaders to resolve workflow interruptions.
- Participate in testing and implementation of new software applications and updates.
- Develop training materials and assist in end-user training.
- Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and project schedules.
- Administer IBM i system security, resources, and monitoring.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Support project and change management initiatives.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Experience with ERP systems running on IBM iSeries (e.g., Iptor DC1/XT, Infor M3, JD Edwards, etc.).
- Familiarity with IBM i operating system, utilities, and CL programming.
- Ability to read RPG code is a plus but not required.
- Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
- Experience with accounting or warehouse management processes is a plus.