Functional Consultant - JD Edwards Manufacturing

JB Poindexter & Co; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

JB Poindexter & Co in Bengaluru is seeking a Functional Consultant for JD Edwards Manufacturing. The role involves leading process changes, strategy planning, and managing project tasks within the Manufacturing function. Candidates should have strong knowledge in JD Edwards and a bachelor's degree.

The ideal applicant will have 4-8 years of business analysis experience, strong data analysis skills, and an ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years’ experience in JD Edwards business analysis.
• Experience with functional analysis and process improvement.
• Strong knowledge of the Manufacturing and Planning modules.

Responsibilities

• Lead processes changes within the Manufacturing and Planning function.
• Participate in strategy planning activities.
• Manage project tasks and responsibilities.

Skills

Business analysis

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or Supply Chain Management

Tools

JD Edwards

Salesforce

SQL

Job description

Functional Consultant - JD Edwards Manufacturing

Job Description

Posted Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Company Overview

JB Poindexter (India) Private Limitedis asubsidiary ofJ.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc.a privately held diversified manufacturing company forecasting $2.4B in annual revenue and 8,000 team members in 2024. The eight operating subsidiaries, covering over 50 locations, are engaged in the production of commercial truck bodies, step-vans, utility trucks, funeral coaches, limousines, pickup truck bed enclosures, precision machining, and expandable foam plastic packaging. For more information, visit www.jbpoindexter.com for more details.

JB Poindexter (India) Private Limitedis the captive shared services unit of the J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc.The company, wholly owned by J. B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. & is headquartered in Houston, Texas, USA.

This role will be the key functional liaison and subject matter expert for Manufacturing and Planning.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide vision, leadership, drive the processes changes within the Manufacturing and Planning function/process
• Participate in strategy planning activities, and be the functional leader in the analysis, requirement development, design, documentation, and testing for Manufacturing users across all Business Units (BUs)
• Work closely with BU’s functional representatives in the development of simplified/lean process improvements or operating practices which best utilize the systems to improve quality; increase productivity; and supports business goals
• Lead interface activities between JD Edwards and other third-party systems (CRM, EDI, Reporting tools, quality tools, quoting configurators etc...)
• Experience with BI Publisher/ Create Form or other JDE form builder tools
• Develop peer, cross-functional & cross-BU relationships to maximize best practice sharing & team effectiveness
• Responsible for the timely completion of project tasks and activities within functional area by directing activities of others as well as maintaining individual project responsibilities
• Responsible for the development of the functional training and coordinating the on-going functional support, including, but not limited to the development of BU “super users”
• Act as the functional change agent by creating a sense of purpose to meet the goals of the business & leading by example
• Own issue / risk identification, escalation, resolution and communication with the project team and functional management including BU functional leaders
• Assure conformance to system architecture, methods, standards & practices & promote their creation
• Analyze each BU’s competitive position in the use of technology in relation to industry best practices
• Prepare, present & review overall plans, status reviews and reports as required by project and with BU responsibilities
• Up to 50% travel required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, or Supply Chain Management
• 4-8 years’ experience business analysis experience in JD Edwards, with emphasis on functional analysis and process improvement
• 4-8 years’ experience as a Business Analyst with strong knowledge of the Manufacturing and Planning modules of JDE (Shop Floor, PDM, Material, Capacity Planning, Product Costing, etc.)
• Knowledge/experience in warranty handling/processing
• Salesforce knowledge/experience preferred
• Proven record of accomplishment in implementing change
• Strong data analysis skills including the ability to develop SQL queries as needed to support data collection
• High level of initiative and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize daily work load and work in a team environment
• Ability to work independently, identify priorities and work successfully with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to meet objectives by influencing and engaging others across multiple teams
• Quality and cost driven

Code of Ethics:

JB Poindexter (India) Private Limited, requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and authorities. This position shall actively ensure that his/her own activities and those of all employees within the project meet this obligation. JBPCO critical standards and procedures related to expected conduct are detailed on the company website. This position is expected to be familiar with these policies and ensure that they are implemented in all areas of control.