Below are the 4 Project Managers, 4 Supply Chain Analysts & 4 Systems Analysts with JD Edwards SCM & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides supply chain managers, planners, SME's, developers, architects, business analysts, functional consultants, software engineers & JD Edwards software implementation consultants on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Does a senior project manager who is experienced in manufacturing, oil and gas industries, as well as knowledgeable in JD Edwards SCM and JD Edwards EnterpriseOne pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes JD Edwards SCM and JD Edwards EnterpriseOne. Educational background includes Bachelor of Economics and Sciences, Diploma in Electronics & Computer Engineering and Project Management Training.

Major responsibilities of this senior project manager included re- implementing JD Edwards 9.2 for Distribution Modules, as well as implementing WMS, sales order management (order to cash), inventory management, procurement (purchasing), advance pricing and manufacturing planning. Project management was carried out with a team of 10 people. Key roles covered leading business discussions related to stabilization of JDE, requirements gathering for stabilization and integration issues, in addition to redesigning JDE integration. The JDE kit conversion was redesigned to non-kit items. Aside from handling procurement workshop for new sites in the division, other contributions involved planning and forecasting standard practices across the globe with implemented sites.

The job covered transforming the implementation on multiple international sites, automating invoices and implementing purchasing order entry standard practices across the globe. Tasks consisted of managing the JDE E1 WMS and reviewing E1 WMS for warehouses. Functions involved implementing JDE 9.2 for Distribution and Manufacturing Modules, in addition to implementing warehouse management system, sales order management, inventory management, procurement, planning, manufacturing accounting and advance pricing. Areas of expertise included working on multimillion-dollar change initiatives, business process improvement, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) as well as Supply Chain Solution implementations for multinational Fortune 500 in diverse regulated and non-regulated industries.

How can your organization gain an advantage with the help of a senior project manager with work background in a HC facilities operator, as well as skilled in JD Edwards SCM, PeopleSoft, SAP and Oracle? Technical skills cover JD Edwards SCM, PeopleSoft, SAP, Oracle, SQL Server, Visual Studio, C++ and C#. Educational attainment includes BS Management Information Systems. This individual obtained Certifications as PMP (Project Management Professional), MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) and in CompTIA A+.

While working for a for-profit healthcare facilities operator, one of the main functions of this senior project manager was managing a team of 10 developers in a supply chain management project to create a new system to control contract management, item inventory and item procurement. Project management and budget was controlled using Microsoft Project, Project Server and a customized iterative methodology based on the Microsoft Solutions Framework and the Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK).

This individual utilized a .NET architecture using a combination of XML, VB, C sharp, and SQL Server to create a web application to support a group purchasing organization that controlled the contracts and inventory for the hospital facilities. The project was completed on- time and under budget. ROI exceeded the projected 2 million dollars within the first year.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this project manager and systems consultant who worked in media, telecommunications and manufacturing industries, as well as proficient in JD Edwards SCM, JD Edwards OneWorld and Oracle? Technical competencies involve JD Edwards SCM, JD Edwards OneWorld and Oracle. Educational background includes MS Computer Science, Distributed Processing and Computer Architecture; and BS Mathematics & Computer Science.

One of the important contributions of this project management and systems consultant included working on a JD Edwards to SAP interfaces project. As business analyst, technical and functional tasks were performed. The job entailed working with all members of interface teams, the JD Edwards team, the webMethods team, the SAP team and the Horizon (Business Intelligence) team. Tasks covered working on a number of JDE to SAP interfaces namely revenue interface, finished goods, accounts payable and on numerous interface tasks. Manufacturing PO information from ARIBA, purchase order data and open PO line items were efficiently handled. Accounts receivable: customer invoices were administered, along with the initial A/R open balances. Accounts Payable was also handled with open items on the JD Edwards side and supply chain SKU (stock keeping unit) levels.

One of the skills involved participating in the functional design and implementation of a checks & balances system for all interfaces. This system tracked outbound and inbound transactions from JDE to webMethods and to SAP and back to JDE. Core competencies included technical and functional expertise in financials, distribution and manufacturing, as well as extensive interface design (case tools) and application implementation.

What can a project manager with work background in biotechnology, logistics and marketing industries, as well as specialization in JD Edwards SCM, PeopleSoft and Oracle bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve JD Edwards SCM, PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP, UNIX, AS/400 and WMS. Educational attainment includes Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology and Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management.

Working with areas such as managing a process fitness project, an enabled solution to integrate the company’s solutions with/on SAP APO, as well as supporting user acceptance testers (UAT) on the company tools and SAP IDoc generation for BP order processing to limit the hold time during testing were some of the responsibilities. The training overview was prepared for future solutions super users, scheduler and order takers on the company tools. Monthly financial reports were prepared to support project expenses and cost monitoring. The BP go- live ready analysis was prepared for possible go/no go. This individual prepared after BP go-live analysis and questions and answered session for ORTEC interfaces. Tasks involved successfully completing one full SAP APO implementation cycles and providing informed impartial advice to business enterprises in relation to improving the performance of supply chain in areas of review which included sales and operations planning, freight, inventory, forecasting and warehousing.

Successfully managing the day-to-day activities associated with implementing software and services to customers and acting as the primary customer contact during implementations were some of the important contributions. The job covered setting a platform and integration direction by creating and maintaining project schedule using MS Project, tracking requirements and translating customer request into specifications.

Would hiring a supply chain analyst with experience working in manufacturing, pharmaceutical and transportation industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science – Wildlife Conservation. Software skills involve JD Edwards SCM, DataMax, Image Now, Solomon and Ultriva/Kanban System. Core competencies involve Inventory Control, Invoice, Purchase Orders, Cycle Counts, Receiving, Logistics, Communication, Global Sourcing and Vendor Managed Inventory.

Acting as a supply chain analyst (SCM) in a manufacturing company, created & managed all purchase orders, order acknowledgements, sales orders and coordination of logistics through delivery of component & raw material. This professional ensured and maintained accurate stock levels of all raw materials & packaging components. Part of the job was to manage change control, financial analysis and ensure proper distribution of inventory for any discontinued, damaged and/or obsolete inventory items.

While working for a pharmaceutical company as a supply chain analyst/buyer/planner, processed MRP and analyzed the messages. Based on messages, created and placed production purchase orders for raw materials, packaging components and purchased components. Another job was to create and place non-production related purchase orders such as equipment, production supplies and chemicals. Furthermore, collaborated with planning and production to ensure that purchased items were delivered on time to support production needs.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this buyer/supply chain analyst with work experience in manufacturing and clothing industries? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor’s Degree in Business-Integrated Supply Chain & Operations Management. Technical skills involve JD Edwards SCM, MMIS, AS/400 and SAP.

Contributed to the organization by working with current Purchasing Budget of $20 Million, as well as sending out 20-30 RFQs a day for a variety of services and commodities. As a buyer (supply chain analyst)- SCM in a manufacturing company, met with suppliers to constantly negotiate pricing and explore other options to keep costs down including buying in larger quantities, showing competitors pricing and offering more business in other commodities in exchange for discounts. Part of the job was to work in MRP and Jobscope System to purchase a large variety of commodities needed for projects being created by engineering team. In addition, read blueprints from engineers to create RFQs to ensure that the best price, materials and companies were chosen to make manufactured parts needed for each project.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by teaming with Product Development to establish budget for the year based on previous years’ revenue, styles and special programs scheduled to be introduced that would affect revenue. Serving as a buyer/planner (supply chain analyst)-SCM in another manufacturing company, attended Business Analysis meetings monthly with upper management to review budget and used analysis to show why budget was short or over. Moreover, used Forecasting software, back-order reports and other inventory reports to place purchase orders for products with low inventory, push back and cancel orders with high inventory as well as to expedite products as needed.

Is impacting your organization with a supply chain analyst/ buyer (SCM) who worked in distribution, security systems and retail industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of Secondary Education-Accounting major. Related courses involve Principles of Accounting I & II, Accounting Practice I, II, & III, Payroll Accounting, Business Law, and Business Machines. Technical knowledge consists of JD Edwards SCM.

While employed in an office equipment supplier as a supply chain analyst/ buyer (SCM), processed MRP and issued purchase orders for Raw Materials requirements for out of stock or future demand. Other duties were expediting materials following up on past due purchase order, as well as purchasing materials for Special Customer orders. Moreover, answered Production Scheduling request for ship dates for product based on manufacturing availability. Also, worked with Accounts Payable to resolve invoicing issues.

Part of the job as a supply chain analyst / material planner / scheduler/buyer (SCM) in a security systems company was to process MRP and issue Purchase orders for Raw Materials requirements for out of stock or future demand. Some of the tasks were expediting materials following up on past due purchase order. Additionally, worked with freight forwarder for inbound oversea shipments. As an international production planner (SCM) in a retail company, this individual served as an advanced user of ERP systems: JD Edwards.

What contributions could a supply chain analyst (SCM) with experience working in distribution, consulting and electronics industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing and Operations Management. Technical knowledge consists of JD Edwards SCM, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, JDA/Manugistics and SPSS.

Challenges like managing daily order volumes and stock levels for the California and European locations as well as identifying current and potential product shortages using Microsoft Dynamics NAV were welcomed and successfully completed. As a supply chain analyst (SCM) in a paper distribution company, analyzed sales and demand of finished goods on a daily basis and ensured that enough saleable material was available at branch locations through the use of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access. This specialist met, reviewed and validated forecasts from sales on a weekly basis and re-planned demand calculations based on actual vs. forecast demand.

Shared expertise by being responsible for supply and demand input/output analysis and communication of information to purchasing, finance, and c-suite management teams. While employed as a supply chain analyst, acted as a member of point team that implemented new Lawson ERP system. Moreover, maintained contract pricing and set-up in ERP system. Other jobs entailed daily analysis and reporting on paper industry supply, demand, and capacity through use of qualitative and quantitative analysis, SPSS, querying of JD Edwards, JDA/Manugistics, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access (macro/industry-wide level).

What advantages can hiring a senior systems analyst who has experience in technology, food and financial services industries offer your organization? Software knowledge covers JD Edwards (JDE) SCM, JDE World and JDE EnterpriseOne, as well as RPG IV, ILE, RPG Free, CL, DDS, SQL, SQL/400, DB2, and Java. In addition to having 15+ years in IT project management, the individual is excellent in analysis, troubleshooting, problem resolution, and damage control. Educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree.

Main tasks of this senior systems analyst involved utilizing JDE World Modules for Supply Chain, Procurement, Order Management, Distribution, Financial (AP/AR, GL, Fixed Assets), Inventory and Cardex JD Edwards (JDE). Functional As-Is/To-Be analysis experience was given priority. Other functions were doing business analysis and end-user interfacing (interfacing with internal/ external end-users. Part of the job was gathering functional/ technical requirements from end-users. The job also required developing, creating requirements specifications, documentation, and creating process documents.

Another job involved leading the growth of company ERP system from initial implementation, through upgrades, new releases, enhancements, and e-commerce. Company went from 14 iSeries to one centralized IBMi V7R1 Power Systems (AS/400). The job required working with Retalix/NCR ERP software provider to improve the functionality of the system. In addition to training technical staff, programmers and operators, the individual did custom interfaces for various clients. Part of the job was managing several small to very large and complex projects, as well as contractors to ensure cost effective productivity in their activities.

Does having a supply chain business systems analyst who worked in professional services, IT and manufacturing industries match your organization’s requirements? Computer proficiency involves using JD Edwards (JDE) SCM, SAP MM/WM/LE, SAS Enterprise Guide, SQL and SSRS, as well as ELIXIR, Prism, TPM, DEMANTRA and Siebel CRM. Other skills are in planning, forecasting, pricing, pricing analysis, supplier evaluation, inventory, vendor & warehouse management systems. In addition to being proficient in supplier quality management, the professional was exposed to simulation of supply chain networks. The individual completed Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Instrumentation Engineering, as well as MS in Industrial Engineering and Management.

Working for a professional services provider, this supply chain business systems analyst worked with SAP MM/WM/IM to manage entire Procure to Pay (P2P) and Order to Cash (O2C) cycles for end to end logistics. Experience with warehouse management systems and material handling was prioritized. Skills were shown regarding analysis, requirements gathering, testing and deployment of the Production, Inventory and Invoicing data cubes for one side of the business. The job called for working on SSRS demand planning reports like packaging demand planning report and inventory turnover reports that helped in having the right number of finished goods or packaging materials to fulfill the order.

Part of another job was playing an instrumental role in increasing the supplier base by 10% and ensuring that all vendors were in 100% compliance with the company’s quality assurance standards. One duty was working with ERP software SAP and JDE on procure to pay, order to cash cycles, planning and warehouse management. Other tasks were gathering data & conducting analysis for improving organization’s supply chain operations.

Is employing a systems analyst who has background in wholesale and pharmaceutical industries a good move for your organization? Technical experience covers JD Edwards (JDE) SCM, JDE EnterpriseOne, JDE World and JDE OneWorld, as well as C, FOXPRO, CL/400, RPG/400, ILE RPG, and SQL RPG. Advantages include years of experience as Techno-Functional Analyst and as JD Edwards World Technical Developer with responsibilities for business users or end users in defining requirements, prototype development, functional and technical specification development, design/analysis, programming, implementations, migrations, interfaces, conversions/upgradations, custom report definition/ development, documentation, troubleshooting, training and post-production support. Apart from graduating with BE and MBA degrees, the specialist has undergone training program in JD Edwards (APCS; GL, AP, AR, FA).

Key functions of this systems analyst included being actively involved in the DSCSA (Drug Supply Chain Security Act) team as a senior programmer and systems analyst in being compliant as per FDA regulations with respect to warehouse management systems. Tasks involved analyzing and modifying the batch or interactive applications on AS/400 platform in various areas of Receiving, Put-away, Case/ Loose pack, Manifesting and Shipping processes, along with writing, creating, modifying, maintaining, and supporting program interfaces or connections between systems.

In another job, the individual served as techno-functional analyst in the implementation of Financial and Order Management module rollout for various businesses in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 8.12. Support was provided for GL, AP, AR, FA, PO, INV and S&D module implementation/ migration from JDE World to JDE EnterpriseOne. This individual developed and supported several inbound/ outbound interfaces.

What opportunities can recruiting a systems analyst who has work experience in food and professional services industries give your organization? Knowledge of computer systems covers the use of JD Edwards (JDE) SCM, TOAD Data Modeler, Oracle, MS SQL Server, and PL/SQL. Experience also includes developing business intelligence and data warehousing systems specializing in sales, marketing, supply chain and contract reporting analysis. This individual graduated with summa cum laude honors in Bachelor of Science (Systems Analysis).

While with a specialty foods distributor, this systems analyst led discovery and specifications for vendor analytics by conducting business interviews, analyzing source data, modeling database design, and relaying business processes to developers. Product resulted in retention of key vendors by proving competitive pricing and revenue generating services. Analysis was performed on Agile team to design and build a new, custom data warehouse enabling business analysts to accurately measure performance with time savings of days/weeks. The specialist data modeled supply chain, sales, and finance (JDE) business processes demonstrating ability to synthesize complex business scenarios and federated data. A new 1500 term data dictionary was created for ‘never before’ documented knowledge, providing shared business terminology for analytical applications, and reducing reconciliation efforts caused by conflicting facts.

Functions in another job involved acting as lead analyst in gathering requirements, designing relational and dimensional data models, analyzing data quality, and implementing business intelligence tools in an Oracle/UNIX environment. Responsibility involved Siebel analytics interface and report development as well as Siebel administration. Project management was performed on smaller projects. Accomplishments included successful implementation of several new data warehouses for various company divisions.