Systems Analyst (Transportation)

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

The Systems Analyst formulates and defines system scope and objectives through research and fact-finding to develop or modify moderately complex information systems. Prepares detailed specifications from which programs will be written. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, documents, and maintains those programs. Competent to work on most phases of applications systems analysis and programming activities but requires instruction and guidance in other phases. The ideal candidate must have high-energy and highly motivated self-starter; the ability to self-manage and complete projects and tasks, on-time, with little supervision; and ability to collaborate with cross functional teams and at all levels of the organization.

The salary range for this position is $73,000 - $109,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

This position is based at Corporate Headquarters in Salisbury, MD.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Translates the requirements for system function to detail program designs using Perdue's Methodology and Clarizen for project management.
• Codes, tests, configures, and documents programs and systems from detailed specifications using Perdue's methodology and structured programming practices to produce reliable programs.
• Actively supports the Team Management and Quality Improvement Process through demonstrated commitment of its concepts and tools (teambuilding, zero defects, measurement, goal setting, process models, etc.).
• Works as a team member in the development, enhancement and support of applications that meet or exceed customer requirements.
• Maintains technical proficiency by training and using the latest techniques in developing and maintaining systems.
• Acquires knowledge of existing applications for troubleshooting and user questions to be an asset to the user community. In addition, provides twenty-four hour/day, seven days/week on-call support of assigned systems.
• Provide advanced level technical training to internal resources and business areas as needed.
• Responsible to provide Level 1 & 2 system maintenance support for subject area as expert of area. Responsible for ensuring incident and support tickets are entered and resolved accurately on time, and per department procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring change controls for minor and major changes are implemented according to policies.
• Understand business goals and requirements associated with IT strategic roadmap. Responsible to determine system solutions to achieve goals of the IT strategic roadmap in subject area.
• Responsible to formulate and deliver an enterprise level functional design for all supported systems in respective area including process flows and architecture landscape.
• Participates in IT Architecture activities as needed. Participate in Pre-Planning, Blueprinting, Realization, Final Preparation and Go-Live/Support phases of IT Strategic Roadmap projects assigned.
• Document and maintain business requirements for applications in subject area.
• Research solutions and develop beta or pilot test configuration of proposed solutions.
• Demonstrate beta or pilot test configurations to IT and/or business personnel to influence final design selection.
• Complete or work with business to meet the design criteria for strategic projects in respective area.
• Coach and assist project delivery teams to fully develop configuration of final solution.
• Crosstrain to provide Tier 1 support for other areas in department as determined by department management.

Minimum Education

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience in Information Systems or Computer Science. Master's degree is a plus.

Experience Requirements

• 4+ Years minimum IT or equivalent experience with application systems used within the transportation industry.
• Transportation business process and technical experience in the following specific areas: Transportation HOS and Track and Trace, TMS (Transportation Management Systems), Fleet Management, Asset Management, and Fleet Maintenance.
• Minimum of four, full project application new implementations or major application concentrating on the above areas or equivalent.
• Experience in defining and implementing Transportation solutions for private and commercial transportation fleets.
• Experienced in requirements gathering processes.
• Experienced in writing technical documents such as business requirement specifications, function specifications, and training documentation.
• Experienced in data reporting and analytics using tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, Dataiku, Snowflake, application databases and data retention tools, and other reporting tools such as BIRT.
• Experienced in ticket resolutions and troubleshooting.
• Experienced in Organizational Change Management requirements for subject applications including creation and delivery of training materials, implementing change control, and communicating change throughout various levels of an organization.
• Technical Skills in SQL Language, Relational DB knowledge and Report Writer Experience or related experience
• Working knowledge of Integration methods such as EDI, AS2, API, DB2, PL/SQL or other language, XML, HTML, JavaScript
• Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite including creation of Excel spreadsheets, and MS Power Point presentations is required.
• Experienced in Microsoft Project (or equivalent) including creation of resourced project schedules with understanding of critical path planning is required. Example: WBS, Clarizen
• Thorough understanding of Project Methodologies (Traditional/AGILE)

Experience Preferred

• Understanding of Supply Chain processes
• Configuration experience in SAP module areas : ERP Central Component: MM - Materials Management, WM - Warehouse Management, CO - Product Costing, QM - Quality Management, PLM - Product Lifecycle Management, APO - Advanced Planning & Optimization; SAP S4/HANA; SAP TMS
• Working knowledge of HP Quality Center Management Suite.
• Working knowledge of JDA for Demand and Supply Planning.
• Working knowledge of Plant Maintenance applications (Infor EAM, Maximo).
• Familiarity with Fleet Safety Management applications and processes.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Primary work location: Corporate Office, Salisbury, MD
• Ability to work at a desk for long periods of time in an office environment
• Position is primarily sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings
• May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another
• May need to access files, supplies and equipment outside of immediate work area
• Primary work environment is in an office setting with open-partitioned, cubicle environment.
• Frequent use of a computer workstation
• Some lifting up to 50 pounds (moving equipment as needed)
• Some minor travel for trade shows and conferences (approved travel expenses will be covered per Perdue Travel Policy)
• Some minor exposure to workshop conditions at ambient temperatures and weather (maintenance garages, truck yard, and other such environments in support of troubleshooting and project implementation)
• Some travel to manufacturing plant sites to support strategic projects.

Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.

• May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degree to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
  • May be exposed to all chemicals found in poultry, food and processing plant.
  • Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

The Systems Analyst formulates and defines system scope and objectives through research and fact-finding to develop or modify moderately complex information systems. Prepares detailed specifications from which programs will be written. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, documents, and maintains those programs. Competent to work on most phases of applications systems analysis and programming activities but requires instruction and guidance in other phases. The ideal candidate must have high-energy and highly motivated self-starter; the ability to self-manage and complete projects and tasks, on-time, with little supervision; and ability to collaborate with cross functional teams and at all levels of the organization.

The salary range for this position is $73,000 - $109,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

This position is based at Corporate Headquarters in Salisbury, MD.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Translates the requirements for system function to detail program designs using Perdue's Methodology and Clarizen for project management.
• Codes, tests, configures, and documents programs and systems from detailed specifications using Perdue's methodology and structured programming practices to produce reliable programs.
• Actively supports the Team Management and Quality Improvement Process through demonstrated commitment of its concepts and tools (teambuilding, zero defects, measurement, goal setting, process models, etc.).
• Works as a team member in the development, enhancement and support of applications that meet or exceed customer requirements.
• Maintains technical proficiency by training and using the latest techniques in developing and maintaining systems.
• Acquires knowledge of existing applications for troubleshooting and user questions to be an asset to the user community. In addition, provides twenty-four hour/day, seven days/week on-call support of assigned systems.
• Provide advanced level technical training to internal resources and business areas as needed.
• Responsible to provide Level 1 & 2 system maintenance support for subject area as expert of area. Responsible for ensuring incident and support tickets are entered and resolved accurately on time, and per department procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring change controls for minor and major changes are implemented according to policies.
• Understand business goals and requirements associated with IT strategic roadmap. Responsible to determine system solutions to achieve goals of the IT strategic roadmap in subject area.
• Responsible to formulate and deliver an enterprise level functional design for all supported systems in respective area including process flows and architecture landscape.
• Participates in IT Architecture activities as needed. Participate in Pre-Planning, Blueprinting, Realization, Final Preparation and Go-Live/Support phases of IT Strategic Roadmap projects assigned.
• Document and maintain business requirements for applications in subject area.
• Research solutions and develop beta or pilot test configuration of proposed solutions.
• Demonstrate beta or pilot test configurations to IT and/or business personnel to influence final design selection.
• Complete or work with business to meet the design criteria for strategic projects in respective area.
• Coach and assist project delivery teams to fully develop configuration of final solution.
• Crosstrain to provide Tier 1 support for other areas in department as determined by department management.

Minimum Education

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience in Information Systems or Computer Science. Master's degree is a plus.

Experience Requirements

• 4+ Years minimum IT or equivalent experience with application systems used within the transportation industry.
• Transportation business process and technical experience in the following specific areas: Transportation HOS and Track and Trace, TMS (Transportation Management Systems), Fleet Management, Asset Management, and Fleet Maintenance.
• Minimum of four, full project application new implementations or major application concentrating on the above areas or equivalent.
• Experience in defining and implementing Transportation solutions for private and commercial transportation fleets.
• Experienced in requirements gathering processes.
• Experienced in writing technical documents such as business requirement specifications, function specifications, and training documentation.
• Experienced in data reporting and analytics using tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, Dataiku, Snowflake, application databases and data retention tools, and other reporting tools such as BIRT.
• Experienced in ticket resolutions and troubleshooting.
• Experienced in Organizational Change Management requirements for subject applications including creation and delivery of training materials, implementing change control, and communicating change throughout various levels of an organization.
• Technical Skills in SQL Language, Relational DB knowledge and Report Writer Experience or related experience
• Working knowledge of Integration methods such as EDI, AS2, API, DB2, PL/SQL or other language, XML, HTML, JavaScript
• Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite including creation of Excel spreadsheets, and MS Power Point presentations is required.
• Experienced in Microsoft Project (or equivalent) including creation of resourced project schedules with understanding of critical path planning is required. Example: WBS, Clarizen
• Thorough understanding of Project Methodologies (Traditional/AGILE)

Experience Preferred

• Understanding of Supply Chain processes
• Configuration experience in SAP module areas : ERP Central Component: MM - Materials Management, WM - Warehouse Management, CO - Product Costing, QM - Quality Management, PLM - Product Lifecycle Management, APO - Advanced Planning & Optimization; SAP S4/HANA; SAP TMS
• Working knowledge of HP Quality Center Management Suite.
• Working knowledge of JDA for Demand and Supply Planning.
• Working knowledge of Plant Maintenance applications (Infor EAM, Maximo).
• Familiarity with Fleet Safety Management applications and processes.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Primary work location: Corporate Office, Salisbury, MD
• Ability to work at a desk for long periods of time in an office environment
• Position is primarily sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings
• May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another
• May need to access files, supplies and equipment outside of immediate work area
• Primary work environment is in an office setting with open-partitioned, cubicle environment.
• Frequent use of a computer workstation
• Some lifting up to 50 pounds (moving equipment as needed)
• Some minor travel for trade shows and conferences (approved travel expenses will be covered per Perdue Travel Policy)
• Some minor exposure to workshop conditions at ambient temperatures and weather (maintenance garages, truck yard, and other such environments in support of troubleshooting and project implementation)
• Some travel to manufacturing plant sites to support strategic projects.

Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.

• May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degree to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
  • May be exposed to all chemicals found in poultry, food and processing plant.
  • Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.