Programmer Analyst

Programmer Analyst – Morristown, NJ –

Hybrid – 3 days in office/2 days remote

Arxada is a global specialty chemicals business that’s committed to solving the world’s toughest preservation challenges through better science. [With a proud history of innovation dating back more than a century], we aim to help our customers develop more sustainable solutions that protect and maintain the health and wellbeing of people and extend the life of vital infrastructure while working to reduce our and our customers’ ecological footprint.

Sustainable preservation is one of our top priorities. We are making significant strategic investments that will not only decrease our own environmental footprint, but also help customers adapt to long-term environmental and social change through the development of cleaner, greener solutions.

Arxada is seeking a Programmer Analyst to support our global operations.  As a member of the business systems development team, you will be responsible for performing requirements analysis, authoring design documents, and developing applications and reports on a range of business systems. As a supportive IT team member, you will also assist with the resolution of business systems related operational issues.

Essential Job Functions:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document business requirements.
• Conduct requirements gathering and analysis through interviews and research.
• Analyze business needs and propose system design improvements.
• Prepare design documents and recommendations for system enhancements.
• Develop, deploy, and support applications based on approved designs.
• Work with programmers to automate business systems and generate reports.
• Train end users on ERP and application usage.
• Implement barcoding systems in warehouses and production facilities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• BS in Information Systems or Computer Science preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of business/systems analysis and application development/programming.
• Minimum 5 years of direct experience in ERP applications (manufacturing environment preferred), preferably in a lean environment.
• Extensive, proven knowledge of ERP, MRP, inventory, manufacturing, logistics, forecasting, and purchasing concepts.
• IBM iSeries experience is a critical skill required for this position.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with BPCS Manufacturing (Business Planning and Control Systems), Sales & Distribution, Financial applications & general ERP functional knowledge.
• Strong working knowledge of OS/400 Command Language, RPG/400, RPGIV, RPG free, SQL/400, CL/400, Microsoft SQL Server and related experience (SSIS, stored procedures, basic SQL server administration).
• Highly developed interpersonal, professional written and verbal communication skills Critical thinking ability and strong analytical skills to solve poorly defined problems.
• Design capability with business intelligence software, e.g. Cognos. Tableau a plus, or other visual analytical tools.
• Experience supporting a global, multi-location business.
• Must be able to travel to domestic and international locations.

The expected salary range for this role is $87,300 - $106,700; specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location, and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law.   

This role is also eligible to earn a short-term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and paid sick leave. 

Arxada has world class offering intwo distinct areas:

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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