Senior Systems Analyst

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. 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

Oversees IT and business projects for the Perdue AgriBusiness (PAB) division from start to finish within logistics systems.??Manages and coordinates all phases of a project, including project formation, requirements definition, software selection, development, testing, implementation and post implementation support.??Responsible for coordination, communication and change management with stakeholders at all levels.??Will be required to manage multiple projects simultaneously.??Maintains and facilitates the use of project management best practices for the PAB IT team.?

The salary range for this position is $97,000 - $145,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications, with an 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, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist teams comprising business associates, technical staff, and consultants to develop effective, efficient solutions that meet the business's requirements, utilizing project management skills for logistics applications.

• Complete system configuration and testing to meet the design criteria for strategic projects in respective areas.

• Understand and evaluate business requirements to hypothesize business solutions.

• Collaborate with other technical teams on solutions, enhancements, reporting requirements and testing procedures.

• Support Perdue AgriBusiness applications, including Transportation Management Systems (TMS) for all ship modes (truck, rail, barge, vessel, container).

• Works with the IT Application Manager to implement and facilitate project management best practices for the PAB IT team. This includes the effective use of PM software, the?stage-gate process, project prioritization, etc.

• Manage structured database systems using SQL-based technologies.

• Analyze project data, develop reports, and manage project databases and documentation.

• Maintain high productivity and quality work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to manage and complete projects and tasks, on time, with little supervision.

• Defines project timelines and uses appropriate tools for project scheduling and tracking.?

• Maximizes use of available technology to enhance and improve business processes.

• Defines project resource requirements and secures resources.??Defines project timelines and uses appropriate tools for project scheduling and tracking.?

• Builds effective working relationships within Application Systems, other IT areas, consulting teams, and the business community.?

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's degree in business or computer-related major or equivalent work experience.

Experience Requirements

• 5 years of experience with project management, business process reengineering, and translating business requirements into technical solutions.

• 1 year of experience with commodity logistics (Princeton TMX, Bourque and/or Blue Yonder or similar TMS solutions)

• Manage multiple projects with full cycle implementations in a senior-level role

• Working knowledge of Process flow tools to map business processes.

• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite including creation of Excel spreadsheets is required.

• Possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; as well as communicating effectively, both written and verbal.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to manage and coordinate projects.

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Experience Preferred

• Experience with ERP and/or CTRM software

• Experience with PowerBI, Snowflake, Dataiku.?

• Intermediate levelSQL or other languages

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• This position will be based out of the Perdue AgriBusiness office at Salisbury, MD.

• Rotating weekly on-call to cover off hours and weekends.

• Position is mostly 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.

• Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment with frequent use of computer workstation.

• Some minor overnight travel, including travel to other company sites and/or conferences to support strategic projects.

• When in a plant environment:

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

• May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees 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 used in poultry, food, processing facility.

• 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.