Job Description

In this role, you will define, design, develop, test, analyze, enhance, troubleshoot, and maintain new and existing software applications and packaged software based on business requirements involving the various systems utilized at Foster Farms to support the SAP SALES AND DISTRIBUTION (SD), ELECTRONIC DATA INTERCHANGE (EDI), AND ALL OTHER SALES AND MARKETING SYSTEMS.  You will also research, design, develop, document, and modify software specifications throughout the production software lifecycle.  Competencies include hands on experience designing and developing programs utilizing multiple SAP AND NON-SAP TECHNOLOGIES INCLUDING SAP ABAP, handling multiple assignments, translating the business needs expressed by the business and/or functional analysts into specific technical solution designs, and mentoring junior team members in functional/systems analysis, application design and programming logic/algorithms. This is an advanced technical position and will be required to provide resolution to complex and sometimes ambiguous technical and business related software application and configuration issues with little to no supervision or guidance. This includes advanced analytical, evaluation, research, debugging, and programming skills including the ability to design, configure, and program complex business solutions. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:                                                              

• You will define business problems and opportunities, gather and document requirements, analyze and organize information to support formation of projects and solution alternatives, analyze technology and infrastructure alternatives and implications.  Solution deliverable planning and estimation in particular for the SAP SALES AND DISTRIBUTION (SD), ELECTRONIC DATA INTERCHANGE (EDI), AND ALL OTHER SALES AND MARKETING SYSTEMS. This includes requirement collection, solution design and concept writing as well as performing necessary customizing activities of ASSIGNED SYSTEMS and their interfaces between SAP and other systems including complete complex requirements analysis, design, configuration, with occasional programming and troubleshooting assignments
• You will translate conceptual alternatives into a descriptive technical model, technical specifications, data flow diagram or other relevant method that defines the system components that must be delivered, and the method for delivering them. This includes functional design, technical design and design validation.
• You will be involved in building system solutions and demonstrating these solutions to IT and business customers.
• You will provide ongoing maintenance of applications within assigned areas.  Perform, as well as train junior staff to perform, trouble-shooting, programming, testing, user testing, IT change control and implementation of assigned applications.
• You will share knowledge and experience with other IT resources in a methodical, thorough, and document-driven manner.  You will help prepare knowledge transfer and training curriculums and materials.
• You will insure project plans are in accordance with overall business objectives. Prepare and maintain detailed and summary level project plans. Prepare periodic management status reports and lead status reporting meetings.
• You will provide end user support to the installed base of critical applications at Foster Farms including support for ASSIGNED SYSTEMS.
• You will conduct technology research to ensure awareness of technology and SAP application development trends.  Assist project teams in selecting appropriate technology and development solution approaches.  Guide and influence IT management with regards to technology and development strategies and road maps.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business Management or related field.
• 5-7 years experience in SAP ECC, SAP SD, SAP TPM, SAP ABAP application development with progressive responsibility in software design, development, configuration and programming including experience using JavaScript, HTML, Java, SAP PO/PI
• Must have worked 3 years in SAP SALES AND MARKETING  environment
• 3 – 5 years development work in a database environment (e.g. SQL Server, Oracle, DB2, etc.)
• 3 – 5 years involvement in project management using a standardized systems development methodology
• Excellent understanding of coding methods and best practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent team work ability and ability to take requirements and design concepts from both senior and junior resources and realize actual solutions.
• Flexibility to deal equally well with scenarios with specific and exact requirements and direction and more ambiguous requirements and designs.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s Degree
• IT experience working in a manufacturing organization for a $1+ billion organization.
• Broad consumer products industry experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with HTML, XML, XSL, Java script and other B2B communication techniques and standards desired
• Familiarity with programming utilizing ALE/IDoc/BAPI/BADI technologies, SAPScript, SMART Forms, Dialogue programs, interfacing to/from SAP ECC, and WebDynPro/ITS. 
• Ability to move up within the organization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be have to obtain CA drivers license
• Must be able to travel over night occasionally
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time

REMOTE WORKING REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have adequate home work environment including work station and environment suitable for participation in tele and video conferences.
• Must provide appropriate internet connectivity and telephone service.

 SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

¨      May be required to mentor less experienced staff.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new employees.