<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The Applications Development Leader will manage a blended team of software developers and analytics professionals, with responsibility for project delivery, client engagement, and departmental performance. This role requires both strategic guidance and hands-on involvement, balancing technical expertise with leadership of people, processes, and budgets.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This is a Direct/Permanent Hire role that will require a hybrid work schedule.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Direct software projects from planning through implementation, ensuring deliverables meet defined objectives.</li><li>Monitor project budgets, control expenses, and align outcomes with financial goals.</li><li>Partner with clients and internal teams to gather requirements, analyze processes, and recommend improvements.</li><li>Oversee and support business process mapping, with attention to efficiency and cost reduction.</li><li>Lead project reviews to capture lessons learned and inform future initiatives.</li><li>Track progress, manage risks, and adjust plans to maintain timelines and quality.</li><li>Provide mentorship and oversight for technical staff, assigning tasks and encouraging skill growth.</li><li>Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and practices to guide future solutions.</li><li>Foster collaboration across distributed and offshore teams to ensure consistency and results.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced ERP/CRM Developer to join our team in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. This Contract-to-permanent position will play a critical role in supporting and enhancing our Epicor Prophet 21 system and related technologies. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise and be adept at identifying opportunities for process improvement while providing excellent support to end users.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide first-line support for Prophet 21-related issues, utilizing Freshservice to manage and resolve tickets efficiently in collaboration with developers.<br>• Analyze business processes, gather user requirements, and document findings to recommend enhancements for Prophet 21 and its companion tools.<br>• Manage user security configurations and address customization requests within Prophet 21 and supporting systems.<br>• Optimize and maintain existing applications and infrastructure, including performing upgrades and custom development for Prophet 21.<br>• Troubleshoot and support Wireless Warehouse operations, including resolving issues with Zebra handheld devices and Prophet 21 functionality.<br>• Develop and maintain internal Knowledge Base documentation to ensure smooth IT operations.<br>• Leverage expertise in Prophet 21 modules such as financials, procurement, inventory, planning, and warehousing to identify efficiencies and improve processes.<br>• Assist in creating custom reports and dashboards using tools like Crystal Reports and Power BI.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality of Prophet 21 and related systems.
<p><strong>IT Computer Operations Manager</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary:</strong> This is a full-time, salaried <strong>IT Computer Operations Manager</strong> position that reports to the Chief Executive Officer. It's a hybrid role that typically requires three days in the office, with some evening and weekend hours as needed. The main goal of this role is to provide the highest level of service to both internal and external customers. You'll be responsible for hands-on leadership in technology strategy and operations, and you'll configure and maintain the organization's IT hardware, software, network, and retail systems.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Leadership and Management</strong></p><ul><li>Provide hands-on leadership and create a collaborative and inclusive workplace.</li><li>Supervise and guide IT Support Specialists and the Pricing Manager.</li><li>Manage IT-related projects, making sure they are on time, on budget, and meet quality standards.</li><li>Develop and manage the IT operating budget and help with capital planning.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with external service providers and manage vendor contracts.</li><li>Ensure that all communication is clear and respectful, and that staff are treated consistently and fairly.</li><li>Keep up with technology and industry trends and advise leadership on their potential impact.</li></ul><p><strong>Information Technology</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and support business-critical software and cloud services, like Microsoft 365. You'll ensure these systems are secure, perform well, and are always available.</li><li>Direct the administration of all technology assets, including servers, desktops, laptops, handheld devices, and point-of-sale (POS) registers.</li><li>Maintain and support the network infrastructure, which includes firewalls, switches, and VPN.</li><li>Oversee helpdesk operations to provide timely support to internal customers.</li><li>Manage security awareness programs, data backups, and disaster recovery systems.</li><li>Direct the procurement, configuration, and lifecycle management of all IT assets.</li></ul><p><strong>Retail Technology</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the subject matter expert for the ECRS Catapult point-of-sale system, focusing on its configuration and process optimization.</li><li>Lead projects to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the Catapult system.</li><li>Manage Catapult data to ensure it is accurate, usable, and has integrity.</li></ul><p><br></p>