Business Systems Analyst – JD Edwards (Manufacturing OR Distribution)

Software Placement Group; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) matching

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking an Operational Business Systems Analyst to optimize its JD Edwards ERP environment in Shelby Township, MI, with weekly travel to Westland, MI. This on-site role will shape manufacturing and distribution processes by translating business needs into practical JD Edwards solutions.

You will partner with stakeholders, document requirements, and lead JD Edwards projects from initiation to delivery, while maintaining data quality and strong user support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Business or related field.
• 3+ years of ERP Business Systems Analyst experience with JD Edwards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience collaborating with a global team across functions.
• Ability to manage scope, timelines, and priorities on projects.
• Willingness to commute/relocate to Shelby Township or Westland, MI, for on-site work.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to document requirements, tests, and acceptance criteria.
• Create process maps and gain JD Edwards knowledge across manufacturing and distribution.
• Identify process improvements and measure outcomes with KPIs.
• Evaluate JD Edwards options and collaborate with ERP developers on solutions.
• Provide hands-on user support and training for JD Edwards enhancements.
• Lead JD Edwards projects from requirements to implementation, managing scope and budget.
• Apply best practices and drive measurable improvements across the organization.
• Maintain standardized process and user documentation and ensure data quality.
• Stay current on JD Edwards releases and industry best practices.
• Support security, change management, and outage tracking requirements.
• Serve as JD Edwards SME for manufacturing and distribution with cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to building system capabilities that support growth and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Self-starter

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Business

Tools

JD Edwards

ERP integrations

Job description

Location: Shelby Township, MI (with required weekly travel to Westland, MI) | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: Not specified

Overview

A privately held, global manufacturing and engineering organization is seeking an Operational Business Systems Analyst to optimize its JD Edwards ERP environment. This role will directly shape manufacturing and distribution processes, translating business needs into practical solutions that improve efficiency and performance across the organization.

What you'll do

• Partner directly with business stakeholders to understand, prioritize, and document requirements, test cases, exceptions, and acceptance criteria
• Create process maps and develop deep knowledge of manufacturing, distribution, inventory, production planning, and supply chain operations
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, decision-making, and system utilization, measuring results through meaningful KPIs
• Use JD Edwards expertise to evaluate options and collaborate with the ERP development team to design practical solutions
• Provide hands-on user support and training to drive adoption of new JD Edwards functionality and enhancements
• Lead JD Edwards projects from requirements through implementation, managing scope, budget, timelines, and quality
• Bring proven best practices into the organization and help turn them into measurable improvements
• Maintain accurate, standardized process and user documentation and ensure data quality within JD Edwards
• Stay current on JD Edwards releases, new functionality, and industry best practices
• Support security and compliance requirements, including change management, service requests, and outage tracking
• Serve as the JD Edwards subject matter expert for manufacturing and distribution, working across Global Information Systems, Operations, Application Engineering, and Supply Chain teams
• Help build and enhance system capabilities that support growth, customer satisfaction, and team efficiency

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an ERP Business Systems Analyst or similar role supporting JD Edwards applications
• Strong hands-on knowledge of JD Edwards, with particular strength in manufacturing and/or distribution modules
• Understanding of how JD Edwards integrates with the broader technology environment, including configuration, customization, integrations, and development tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn complex business requirements into practical solutions
• Proven ability to plan, manage, and deliver projects while keeping scope, timelines, and priorities on track
• Strong communication skills and comfort working with a global team across functions, locations, and organizational levels
• Ability to build credibility and strong relationships with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Leadership, and external vendors
• Self-starter able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Must reside within a reasonable daily commute to Shelby Township or Westland, MI, or be motivated to relocate to the area upon hire
• Must be willing to spend at least two days per week in each location (Shelby Township and Westland, MI)
• Legally authorized to work in the USA, now and in the future, without any form of sponsorship (must be a US Citizen or GC Holder in the USA)

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with additional JD Edwards modules beyond manufacturing and distribution is a plus

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive benefits package featuring strong 401(k) matching
• Health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Relocation assistance available for non-local candidates currently in the USA

Why this role

This is an opportunity to make a direct, visible impact on manufacturing and distribution operations within an established, privately held global organization that emphasizes innovation, collaboration, employee growth, and long-term career development.