Functional Lead, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne

United Wheels Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Chicago is seeking a senior JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Solution Architect to provide in-house expertise for this ERP system. The role involves collaboration with business stakeholders to design scalable solutions, optimize processes, and ensure adherence to best practices. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience with the JD Edwards suite, along with relevant technical and functional expertise. The position promises a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and efficiency in ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne.
• Experience architecting and optimizing solutions across O2C and P2P lifecycles.
• Hands-on experience configuring core JDE modules.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the enterprise subject matter expert for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 9.2.
• Provide architectural guidance to Business Analysts and Developers.
• Design scalable, efficient workflows aligned with operational goals.

Skills

Expertise in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 9.2

Collaboration skills

Business process optimization

Technical leadership

Advanced troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

JD Edwards EnterpriseOne modules

BI Publisher

UDO Creation and Security

Job description

Department

Information Technology

FLSA Status

Exempt

Summary

The JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (E1) Solution Architect is a senior‑level individual contributor within the IT Applications team, serving as the organization’s in‑house JDE subject matter expert. This role provides deep functional and technical expertise in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 9.2, ensuring that solutions are aligned with system design principles, industry best practices, and long‑term architectural strategy. The Solution Architect works in close partnership with E1 Business Analysts, E1 Developers, and business stakeholders to design scalable, efficient solutions that maximize the value of our ERP investment.

This role is a hands‑on, collaborative position that provides technical leadership, architectural guidance, and system expertise across Order‑to‑Cash (O2C), Procure‑to‑Pay (P2P), Finance, and Supply Chain processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

ERP Solution Architecture & System Stewardship

Serve as the enterprise subject matter expert for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 9.2.

Provide architectural guidance to Business Analysts and Developers to ensure solutions align with JDE design standards and best practices.

Evaluate and refine proposed enhancements and projects to ensure optimal use of native E1 functionality before customization.

Design scalable, efficient workflows aligned with operational goals and system capabilities.

Ensure consistency, sustainability, and long‑term maintainability of ERP solutions.

Collaboration & Cross‑Functional Partnership

Partner closely with E1 Business Analysts to translate business requirements into well‑architected ERP solutions.

Collaborate with E1 Developers to ensure technical designs align with functional intent and system standards.

Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, explaining system capabilities, constraints, and best practices.

Facilitate alignment between business process needs and ERP system functionality.

Support change management efforts through guidance, documentation, and user enablement.

Business Process Optimization

Provide expertise in Order‑to‑Cash (O2C) and Procure‑to‑Pay (P2P) lifecycles, identifying opportunities to eliminate manual processes and redundant tasks.

Conduct operational reviews to identify bottlenecks and recommend streamlined, scalable workflows.

Ensure business processes are designed to leverage standard JDE functionality whenever possible.

Drive measurable improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and system adoption.

Recommend continuous system improvements based on evolving business needs.

Technical & Functional Expertise

Configure, test, and deploy JDE E1 modules and enhancements.

Design and manage UDOs, Orchestrations, BI Publisher reports, and workflows.

Support CNC‑related coordination activities such as package builds and environment promotions (in collaboration with CNC resources).

Ensure data integrity, system performance, and operational stability.

Provide advanced troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis for complex system issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 10+ years of progressive experience with Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, including deep expertise in version 9.2.
• Demonstrated experience serving as a functional and technical subject matter expert within a mid‑to‑large enterprise ERP environment.
• Proven experience architecting and optimizing solutions across Order‑to‑Cash and Procure‑to‑Pay lifecycles.
• Experience collaborating with Business Analysts and Developers to translate business requirements into scalable ERP solutions.
• Full lifecycle ERP experience including design, configuration, testing, deployment, and post‑go‑live support.
• Experience evaluating when to leverage standard functionality vs. customization to ensure long‑term maintainability.
• Hands‑on experience configuring core JDE modules (Finance, Inventory, Sales, Purchasing, Manufacturing and/or Supply Chain).
• Experience supporting integrations between JDE and external systems.
• Experience participating in system upgrades, tools releases, or major enhancements preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• JDE Technical Training in: JDE 9.2 Core Modules (Financials, Sales, Inventory, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing as applicable), Orchestrator, UDO Creation and Security, BI Publisher, Development Tools

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
United Wheels Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We are dedicated to building a workplace where people from all walks of life feel seen, supported, and empowered to do their best work.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and we encourage you to bring your full, authentic self to work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.