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ERP Analyst – Advanced Professional (PSU1007)

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Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)



Job Summary

ERP Analysts ensure the reliable performance of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems; troubleshoots and resolves any ERP related system and user issues; participate in projects to gather user requirements, design, configure, test and implement ERP systems and applications; monitor system performance and usage to maintain security and reliability; coordinate new software fixes and upgrades; recommend new features or changes to configuration/ workflows based on user feedback.

Representative Duties

  • Evaluate, analyze, and maintain ERP system(s); serve as a liaison between technical staff and user groups
  • Analyze requirements to define scope, objectives, and feasibility; modify and configure ERP to meet business needs and stakeholder requirements
  • Collect user feedback regarding system performance and work with team to prioritize configuration requests
  • Develop and execute test plans and validation, as well as other quality assurance measures; conduct testing such as user acceptance, performance, security, usability, etc.
  • Design, implement, and analyze reports to determine the overall trends of the organization
  • Maintain relationships with vendors; work with vendors on bug fixes, new features, and proper use of products
  • Develop and provide trainings, demonstrations, and regular communication to end-users
  • Maintain system documentation and records of changes and incidents
  • Provide advanced customer service and functional support to end-users in area of expertise; assist with implementing “workarounds” when system issues affect operations
  • May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level Matrix

Level:
Advanced Professional
Base Description:
– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.
Level Summary:
– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
– Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee
Fiscal Responsibilities:
– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets and funding
Problem Solving:
– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems
Independence of Action:
– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor
Communication and Collaboration:
– Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members
– Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution
Salary Structure
  • Comp Grade – 10
  • Minimum – $61,800.00
  • MidPoint – $75,700.00
  • Maximum – $89,600.00
FLSA Exemption Status
Exempt
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Experience
3+ years of relevant experience
Equivalency
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Additional Job Requirements