Applications Group Manager - Technical EDI

Job Category : Technology

Requisition Number : APPLI036867

Posted : December 13, 2024

Employment Type : Full-Time

Location : Rogers, AR 72758, USA

Description

Purpose of the Position

Advances Simmons Foods information management capabilities by planning, designing, managing, administering, initiating the analysis, installation, maintenance and enhancement of new and existing systems, programs, and technology that meet the needs of the company.

Responsibilities:

1. Manages IS Software Development Staff: Evaluates Senior and Technical Applications Developers, Analysts for EDI staff. Assigns projects and tasks, assists with planning and documentation, facilitates training, and mentors staff.
2. Develops Applications: Works closely with business leaders to understand their requirements and manages systems and software development. Develops comprehensive implementation plans and work schedules.
3. Manages Software: Responsible for ongoing maintenance of existing systems. Directs functional analysis and user support, evaluates legacy systems, and improves services provided to users.
4. Provides End User Assistance: Assists with support activities and resolves escalated issues. Defines ways to increase client satisfaction and improve relationships.
5. Evaluates Software Systems: Evaluates proposed software purchases and new development initiatives to ensure adherence to company standards.
6. Participates in IS Strategic Planning: Participates in IS road map development and coordinates with management on policies and procedures.
7. Manages Employees: Directs and supervises work activities, collaborates with HR for hiring, and administers disciplinary actions.
8. Participates as a Member of the Team: Engages in team development and communication, fosters cohesiveness, and identifies areas for improvement.

Physical Activities: Enters and locates information on a computer, communicates with customers, vendors, or employees, and may present information to groups.

Travel: Two to three offsite classes or conferences per year; travel to Simmons facilities; passport required.

Technical Experience: At least 10 years of extensive experience with applicable ERP systems and technical development tools. 5 years of management EDI experience preferred.

Preferred Technical Experience:

• Manage and lead EDI initiatives in alignment with Simmons ERP transformation.
• Expert knowledge of EDI Partner setup and testing processes.
• Experience with EDI ANSI-X12 and Grocery standards.
• Hands-on EDI automation experience across various business functions.
• Knowledge of EDI service providers, preferably SPS.
• Ability to lead conversion and migration of EDI partners to new systems.
• Experience developing EDI metrics and dashboards.
• Experience establishing new EDI processes across business functions.
• Develop and implement cohesive EDI support methodologies.
• Facilitate and manage the EDI roadmap for future-state processes.

Industry Experience: Experience in the manufacturing or food processing sectors preferred.

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in IS or related field, or 4 years of related work experience.