QAD - Java - Lead ERP Functional & Technical Consultant

Hitachi, Ltd.; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Job summary

GlobalLogic in Bengaluru, India is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing ERP Functional Consultant with strong Java development expertise to design, customize, and integrate QAD solutions. The role blends deep manufacturing process knowledge with Java development to optimize ERP systems.

You will lead end-to-end QAD ERP implementations, work on backend Java extensions, perform data migration, and collaborate with MES/PLM/CRM integrations to deliver robust manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years as ERP/Technical Consultant in manufacturing.
• 7+ years configuring, implementing, and supporting QAD ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end QAD ERP implementations with Java-based customizations.
• Design, code and test Java extensions and REST/SOAP services interfacing with QAD.
• Map manufacturing operations and identify functional gaps; design technical solutions.

Skills

Java backend development

ERP consulting

QAD ERP

Manufacturing domain knowledge

RESTful APIs

J2EE & Spring

Hibernate/JPA

Maven/Gradle

Git version control

Agile / Waterfall

Data migration & SQL

System integrations (MES/PLM/CRM)

Progress4GL/OpenEdge ABL

SAP/Oracle/Infor exposure

Tools

Maven/Gradle

Git

QAD

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manufacturing ERP Functional Consultant with strong Java development expertise and in-depth knowledge of QAD to support our clients in optimizing and customizing their ERP systems. The ideal candidate brings a blend of deep functional expertise in manufacturing processes along with hands-on Java technical capabilities to design, customize, and integrate QAD solutions.

Requirements

Overall Experience: 10+ years of experience as an ERP Consultant / Technical Consultant within the manufacturing industry.

QAD Experience: 7+ years of hands-on experience configuring, implementing, and supporting QAD ERP systems.

Core Java Expertise (Mandatory):

Strong hands-on proficiency in Java (Java 8/11/17+), J2EE, Spring / Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA, and RESTful APIs.

Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Design (OOD), Design Patterns, and Enterprise Application Integration patterns.

Experience with Java-based build tools (Maven, Gradle) and version control (Git).

Functional Manufacturing Knowledge: Deep understanding of core processes including Production, Inventory Management, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Procurement, and Supply Chain Operations.

QAD Module Mastery: Proficiency in QAD modules such as Production, Materials Management, Inventory, Procurement, and Finance.

Full Lifecycle Implementation: Proven track record of leading end-to-end ERP implementations (Requirements, Architecture, Configuration, Java Development, Testing, Deployment, Post-Go-Live Support).

Data Migration & DBs: Experience with database design, complex SQL queries, and migrating data from legacy databases to QAD.

Frontend Technologies: Familiarity with TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5/CSS3, or modern frameworks (Angular/React) for user interface customization.

System Integrations: Experience integrating QAD with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), PLM, or CRM using Java middleware or API gateways.

Progress4GL & OpenEdge ABL: Knowledge or hands-on development experience with Progress 4GL / OpenEdge ABL (highly valued for legacy QAD customizations).

Good to have: System Integrations: Experience integrating QAD with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), PLM, or CRM using Java middleware or API gateways.

Other ERP Systems: Exposure to SAP, Oracle, or Infor.

Methodologies: Experience with Agile/Scrum or Waterfall project management frameworks.

Certifications: QAD Functional/Technical Certification or Oracle Certified Professional (Java) is a strong plus.

Job Responsibilities

ERP System Implementation & Customization: Lead end-to-end QAD ERP implementations, using Java to develop custom business logic, back-end extensions, and specialized application modules.

Java Architecture & Backend Development: Design, code, unit test, and maintain robust Java-based extensions and REST/SOAP microservices to interface with the QAD platform and enterprise ecosystems.

Business Process Analysis: Collaborate with client business stakeholders to map manufacturing operations (shop floor, inventory, procurement). Identify functional gaps and design technical solutions.

System Configuration & Integration: Configure QAD ERP modules and build seamless integrations connecting QAD with external systems such as MES, PLM, CRM, and third-party supply chain tools using Java frameworks.

Data Migration: Plan, map, and execute data migration scripts/pipelines from legacy systems to QAD ERP using Java-based ETL tools or custom scripts.

Process Optimization: Identify bottlenecks in manufacturing and supply chain workflows; engineer system enhancements via functional configuration and backend Java development.

Troubleshooting & Support: Provide tier-3 functional and technical support, debugging Java code, resolving ERP functional issues, and tuning system performance.

Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement: Manage technical deliverables, timelines, and cross-functional communications across IT, Finance, Production, and Supply Chain teams.

What we offer

Exciting Projects: We focus on industries like High-Tech, communication, media, healthcare, retail and telecom. Our customer list is full of fantastic global brands and leaders who love what we build for them.

Collaborative Environment: You Can expand your skills by collaborating with a diverse team of highly talented people in an open, laidback environment - or even abroad in one of our global centers or client facilities!

Work-Life Balance: GlobalLogic prioritizes work-life balance, which is why we offer flexible work schedules, opportunities to work from home, and paid time off and holidays.

Professional Development: Our dedicated Learning & Development team regularly organizes Communication skills training(GL Vantage, Toast Master),Stress Management program, professional certifications, and technical and soft skill trainings.

Excellent Benefits: We provide our employees with competitive salaries, family medical insurance, Group Term Life Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance , NPS(National Pension Scheme ), Periodic health awareness program, extended maternity leave, annual performance bonuses, and referral bonuses.

Fun Perks: We want you to love where you work, which is why we host sports events, cultural activities, offer food on subsidies rates, Corporate parties. Our vibrant offices also include dedicated GL Zones, rooftop decks and GL Club where you can drink coffee or tea with your colleagues over a game of table and offer discounts for popular stores and restaurants!

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic is a full-lifecycle product development services leader that combines chip-to-cloud software engineering expertise and vertical industry experience to help our customers design, build, and deliver their next-generation products and digital experiences. We expertly integrate design, complex engineering, and agile delivery capabilities to deliver superior business outcomes for global brands in telecom, automotive, healthcare, technology, media and entertainment, manufacturing, and semiconductor industries.

Headquartered in Silicon Valley, GlobalLogic employs over 25,000 designers and engineers across the globe. Analysts like NASSCOM and Zinnov have recognized us for being a top company in our field, and we are consistently nominated as a preferred employer by both global HR consultative firms and local job boards. By creating a work environment that is exciting and flexible, and by fostering growth through ongoing learning and development programs, we empower our employees to achieve both their professional and personal goals.

At GlobalLogic, we make amazing products - and careers.