Senior Global Business Systems Analyst

Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI) is seeking a Senior Global Business Analyst to join our IT ERP team within our Global Information Technology department. As a senior team member, you will leverage your strong ERP background to mentor other ERP team members and support various business clients, both internal and external to Methode Electronics. Your work will facilitate and ensure requirements and expectations are clearly understood and captured to produce effective, relevant and successful large- and small-scale IT solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Primary resource providing business analysis, administration, maintenance and support services for Methode' s ERP systems, working with various technical and functional personnel as needed
• Design, develop, document, test, implement, administer, maintain, and upgrade ERP and ERP related software
• Work with users to understand, document, and enhance business processes and supporting documentation to meet user and business needs
• Work with users to understand and document business requirements. Assist in the translation of the business requirements into configurable software components and rules. Support system design reviews and code walkthroughs.
• Guide execution of testing. Work closely with functional and technical testers on the preparation of test plans, test data, and integrated testing.
• Review, create and maintain technical and business process documentation; including system flows, processes, procedures, data relationships, interfaces, functionality and operational requirements
• Minimize the need for custom ERP software enhancements by researching and presenting alternative solutions that already exist within the ERP system or third party add-ons to the existing ERP system
• Support IT’s Helpdesk to ensure courteous, timely and effective resolution of end-user issues
• Provide technical leadership to project managers and programmers working on development projects
• Identify, recommend, develop and implement end-user training programs to increase computer literacy and self-sufficiency; conduct end-user training
• Provide guidance and training to Level I and Level II analysts
• Represent the (EUS) team in internal and external meetings
• Support EDI; including system setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or Finance preferred
• 10+ years’ direct experience in ERP applications within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with Epicor CMS ERP software a plus (formerly SolarSoft)
• Extensive, proven knowledge of ERP, MRP, inventory, manufacturing, logistics, forecasting, and purchasing concepts
• Knowledge of Financial and Accounting principles (AP, AR, GL, etc.) and experience implementing financial modules within ERP systems preferred
• Working knowledge in querying data for use in report software, spreadsheets, graphs, and flow charts
• Experience supporting a global, multi-location business
• Experience with core software applications, including Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to conduct research into systems issues/products
• Ability to communicate ideas in technical and user-friendly languages
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a timely manner
• Strong customer service orientation
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Must be able to travel to domestic and international locations
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
  
  

Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO Poster available here . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (708) 867-6777 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.