Business Systems Analyst - JD Edwards (Manufacturing OR Distribution)

United Future; Shelby Township (MI); In loco; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

United Future is seeking an Operational Business Systems Analyst to bridge business needs with JD Edwards solutions. You will work with stakeholders to document requirements, test cases, and acceptance criteria, while driving process improvements across manufacturing and distribution functions.

A strong candidate possesses JD Edwards expertise, ERP project experience, and a proven ability to manage cross-functional initiatives in a global organization.

Competenze

• 3+ years as an ERP Business Systems Analyst or similar role supporting JD Edwards applications.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of JD Edwards, with manufacturing and/or distribution modules experience.
• Understand how JDE works with the broader technology environment (config, customizations, integrations).
• Proven ability to plan, manage, and deliver projects with scope, timelines, and priorities on track.

Mansioni

• Partner with stakeholders to understand business needs and priorities; document requirements, test cases, and acceptance criteria.
• Develop understanding of manufacturing, distribution, inventory, production planning, and supply chain processes to support JDE.
• Identify process-improvement opportunities and measure results with KPIs.
• Design practical JDE solutions with the ERP development team to meet business goals.

Conoscenze

JDE Experience

ERP Knowledge

Communication

Problem Solving

Project Management

Independent Worker

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Business

Strumenti

JDE Tools

Documentation Tools

Descrizione del lavoro

If you're a JD Edwards professional looking for stability, innovation, visibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

IMPACT

This person will have a direct impact on the business by optimizing JD Edwards, improving manufacturing and distribution processes, and turning business needs into solutions that drive greater efficiency and performance.

LEADERSHIP / CULTURE

Join a privately held, global manufacturing and engineering organization where innovation, collaboration, respect, and integrity are central to the culture, with a strong commitment to employee growth, autonomy, and belonging.

OFFERED

Enjoy a competitive benefits package featuring strong 401(k) matching, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, tuition assistance, professional development, and training opportunities. The Company also promotes work-life balance, flexibility, and long-term career growth, making this an opportunity to build both a rewarding career and a future with an established global organization.

LOCATION

This on-site position is located in either the company's Shelby Township or Westland, MI facility with weekly travel between the two locations. Relocation assistance is available for non-local candidates currently in the USA.

ROLE

The Company is seeking an Operational Business Systems Analyst to collaborate with business stakeholders to understand, influence, document, and prioritize business needs, including test cases, exceptions, and acceptance criteria for enhancements and new features.

IDEAL PROFILE

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience with JD Edwards, strong relationship-building and listening skills, an ability to work independently, a deep understanding of strategic business directives, and a high attention to detail to ensure quality of delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with the Business: Work directly with stakeholders to understand business needs, prioritize requirements, and turn them into clear, actionable solutions. Document requirements, test cases, exceptions, and acceptance criteria, and create process maps when needed.
• Know the Business: Develop a strong understanding of manufacturing, distribution, inventory, production planning, supply chain, and other operational processes — and how JD Edwards can better support them.
• Drive Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve processes, decision-making, system utilization, and efficiency. Help the business get more value from JD Edwards and measure results through meaningful KPIs.
• Design JDE Solutions: Use your JD Edwards expertise to evaluate options and work with the ERP development team to design practical solutions that address business needs and support company objectives.
• Support & Train Users: Provide hands-on support and training, help users get the most from JD Edwards, and drive adoption of new functionality, automation, and system enhancements.
• Lead JDE Projects: Take ownership of JD Edwards projects from requirements through implementation. Keep projects on track with respect to scope, budget, timelines, and quality, while keeping stakeholders informed along the way.
• Keep Improving: Stay focused on what can be done better — whether it's a business process, system capability, or way of working. Bring proven best practices into the organization and help turn them into measurable improvements.
• Maintain Documentation & Data Quality: Keep process and user documentation current while helping ensure JD Edwards data is accurate, consistent, standardized, and reliable.
• Stay Current with JDE: Keep up with JD Edwards releases, new functionality, and industry best practices. Identify new capabilities that can provide real value to the business.
• Support Security & Compliance: Help ensure JD Edwards processes and solutions meet applicable security, regulatory, and IS requirements, including change management, service requests, and outage tracking.
• Connect the Dots: Serve as the JDE subject matter expert for manufacturing and distribution and work across Global Information Systems, Operations, Application Engineering, Supply Chain, and other business teams to keep technology and business priorities aligned.
• Deliver Business Impact: Help build and enhance system capabilities that enable growth, improve customer satisfaction and loyalty, and make teams more efficient.

IDEAL BACKGROUND

• JDE Experience: 3+ years as an ERP Business Systems Analyst or similar role supporting JD Edwards applications.
• JDE Expertise: Strong hands-on knowledge of JD Edwards, with particular strength in manufacturing and/or distribution modules. Experience with additional JDE modules is a plus.
• Technical Understanding: You understand how JDE works with the broader technology environment (JDE configuration, customization, integrations, and development tools).
• Problem Solver: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to take complex business requirements and turn them into practical, effective solutions.
• Project Experience: Proven ability to plan, manage, and deliver projects while keeping scope, timelines, and priorities on track.
• Strong Communicator: Comfortable working with a global team and communicating effectively with people across different functions, locations, and levels of the organization.
• Relationship Builder: Able to build credibility and strong working relationships with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Leadership, and external vendors.
• Self-Directed & Organized: A self-starter who can work independently, manage competing priorities, and keep multiple projects moving in a fast-paced environment without losing sight of the details.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent work experience will also be considered.

Location

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.

Work Authorization Status

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)