arlington, vt, United States Full Time Posted 1 day ago
Systems Analyst Lead- ERP Strategy & Implementation Position Summary We are seeking a driven, high-potential Systems Analyst to support, optimize, and help shape the future direction of our ERP/MRP systems within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role will play a critical part in evaluating current ERP capabilities, supporting ongoing business operations, and leading future ERP modernization and implementation initiatives. This is a high-visibility role with a clear path for growth into a strategic systems leadership position. The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing systems experience, a strategic mindset around ERP/MRP evolution, and the ability to partner across operations, supply chain, finance, and IT teams. A proven track record of leading or directly contributing to at least one full ERP implementation is required. Experience with Power BI and a desire to grow into a broader strategic systems leadership role are strongly preferred. Familiarity with info or Oracle environments is a plus. Key Responsibilities
Support and enhance enterprise ERP systems across manufacturing, inventory, purchasing, finance, and production planning functions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze business processes, gather requirements, and identify system improvements that increase efficiency and scalability.
Assist in evaluating future ERP strategies, including modernization initiatives and potential system implementations or migrations.
Drive and own the long-term ERP/MRP strategic direction and technology roadmap is close partnership with senior leadership, bringing informed recommendations on systems evolution, vendor selection, and implementation approach.
Lead or serve as a primary contributor on ERP implementation projects, upgrades, integrations, and systems optimization efforts.
Evaluate and recommend solutions for ERP functionality, automation, AI capabilities, and operational efficiency.
Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with internal users, vendors, and implementation partners as needed.
Develop reports, queries, and data analysis using SQL or other reporting tools.
Design and develop Power BI dashboards and operational reports to provide real-time visibility into manufacturing, supply chain, and financial performance metrics across the organization.
Support Agile-based project initiatives and help evaluate replacement or alternative solutions as current platforms evolve.
Train end users on new processes, workflows, and system functionality.
Maintain data integrity, security, and compliance with internal IT standards and controls.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of experience supporting ERP systems within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of manufacturing business processes, including MRP, BOMs, routing, scheduling, inventory, and supply chain operations.
Demonstrated experience leading or directly contributing to at least one full-cycle ERP implementation, upgrade, or migration- required.
Experience with Poer BI for dashboard development and operational reporting, including data modeling and DAX; experience connecting Power BI to ERP data sources is a strong plus.
Familiarity with Infor, Oracle, or similar enterprise ERP platforms.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional collaboration across operations, finance, supply chain, and IT- including influencing outcomes and aligning stakeholders in functions where the candidate has no direct oversight or authority.
Track record of building trust, gaining buy-in, and delivering results through relationships rather than reporting structures- comfortable navigating ambiguity and completing priorities across departments.
Experience in Agile project environments is preferred.
Knowledge of AI-enabled business tools and emerging ERP technologies is a plus.
Preferred Skills
Experience helping organizations evaluate or transition to new ERP systems.
Understanding of ERP strategy, system selection, and implementation planning.
Background in discrete manufacturing environments such as injection molding, assembly, or sheet metal manufacturing.
Experience integrating ERP systems with MES, CRM, or other enterprise applications.
Hands-on experience with Poser BI, SQL-based reporting, and process automation tools; ability to build dashboards that translate operational ERP data into executive-level insights.
Exposure to Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma initiatives.
Experience with compliance standards, including NIST, DFARS, or FAR, is a plus.