Systems Developer

Job Description

Systems DeveloperPermanent PositionExcellent salary/package (Holiday: 25 days + 8 Statutory Days, Pension up to 7% matched, Life Assurance: 5x Basic Salary)Growing Manufacturing BusinessOn-site in BirminghamMy client are a precision manufacturing business based in Birmingham specialising in machining and assembly of high value low volume components. This role is responsible for optimising the functionality of business software primarily but not limitedto ERP and supporting the end-users. This will include fielding questions, troubleshooting, overseeing development of new functionality and implementing process-change requestsSystems DeveloperJob Description

• Drive the improvement of EFAC’s software by managing deliverables, risks and providing regular status updates.
• Deliver EFACs customisations via: SQL, Workflow, ADAPT, UI modifications, javascript, XML configuration file changes and Report Writing (In BIRT and PowerBI).
• Provide ongoing technical support and guidance to end users.
• Create, maintain and update user guides and Standard Operating Procedures for all appropriate business applications including EFACs.
• Train end-users on the use of EFACS ERP, incorporating the best of its functionality for the business’ needs.
• Analyse ERP data to identify patterns or trends that can be used to improve business processes
• Apply methodical problem solving skills to resolve issues and optimize application performance.
• Coordinate with other departments to develop and implement new processes or procedures to support new systems
• Build new software applications from scratch or develop new features for existing applications as appropriate to business requirements.
• Perform other such duties commensurate with the nature and level of the post as may be reasonably required.

Systems DeveloperEssential Qualifications / Experience / Skills

• Previous EFACS development experience
• Qualified to HNC or Bachelor’s Degree level (or equivalent) in a related discipline.
• Significant experience of SQL and JavaScript
• Demonstrable excellent problem solving & analytical skills.
• Demonstrable experience of delivering ‘Technical’ solutions within a manufacturing/ operations type organisation.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritise activities across multiple projects at the same time.
• Ability to grasp new concepts quickly.

Systems DeveloperDesirable Qualifications / Experience / Skills

• Experience of Javascript
• Experience of BIRT report writing
• Experience of PowerBI

Systems DeveloperPersonal Characteristics

• Keen interest in IT and a desire to learn, investigate and understand IT technologies
• Approachable, friendly and personable manner with an ability to engage, collaborate and communicate professionally and clearly with all levels of the organisation both internally and externally
• Can-Do, Will-Do attitude, with the ability to show initiative, self motivation and take responsibility for a problem and see it through to resolution and continually improve the business.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to take a positive, proactive and flexible approach and willingness to learn
• Excellent attention to detail with a high accuracy level
• Determined to overcome unexpected obstacles to get to the right solution
• Excellent interpersonal (written and oral) and people management skills.