- Directs the design, implementation, and maintenance of systems, and systems software to meet management and company's EDI information needs.
- Establishes IS EDI policies, standards, practices and security measures to ensure effective and consistent information processing operations and to safeguard information resources.
- Selects, develops, and motivates qualified staff to effectively carry out department functions and provide for the continuity of managerial and specialized skills.
- Maintains knowledge of developments in the area of EDI systems and incorporates new developments into the future EDI systems of the company.
- Review project plans to plan and coordinate project activity
- Implement EDI software solutions for operational needs.
- Research and recommend improvements to the organization's EDI software and infrastructure.
- Develop computer information resources, providing for data security and control, strategic computing and disaster recovery.
- Install new or rebuild existing services settings, storage, etc. to achieve operational requirements and project specifications.
- Coordinate with users, management, vendors, and customers regarding EDI requirements.
- Constantly monitor and assess systems to make sure that processes are operating as designed.
- Collaborate with other IS and operational staff to ensure database integrity, security, and ongoing performance.
- Plan for EDI backup and recovery.
- Control and monitor user access in EDI system and VAN
- Expertise in ETL processes and Business Intelligence Reporting writing tools (as applicable).
- Review Epicor CMS EDI logs in depth to ensure productivity is not impacted.
- Develop and maintain expertise through professional associations and professional development opportunities.
- Advise management of new applications or potential system enhancements in support of future EDI requirements.
- Act as a technical resource during other projects as required and support management in all IS needs.
- Minimum Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of EDI systems design and analysis.
- Strong knowledge of EDI systems design, installation, backup, recovery, storage management, methodologies, processes, and tools.
- Able to interpret the EDI operational requirements of end users, project managers, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to write concise and accurate technical documentation.
- Ability to troubleshoot programming changes, errors, and subsequent modifications.
- Preferred strong working knowledge of Trusted Link iSeries (Tli).
- Able to stay abreast of current and future EDI technological developments or trends.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Support on a 24/7 basis when required.
Director of Information Systems - Windsor, Canada - Flex-N-Gate
Description
Overview
Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in "Automotive News." A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
Scope of the Position
The Information Systems Director - EDI is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, implementing and supporting areas such as Enterprise Resource Planning, Sequencing Applications, Business Intelligence and Data Warehouse systems. The IS Director - EDI is also responsible for ensuring that all related systems are being maintained within the facilities they support.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Benefits
• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance
• RRSP retirement savings plan
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time