Specialist, IT Applications

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, "I can't live without them."

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash's People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now

Location:

1133 Kingwood Avenue - Norfolk, Virginia 23502

Job Description:

Position Summary:

This role is responsible to provide technical expertise in specialized area of application systems analysis and programming for company information systems/programs.

Here's what you'll do:

• Participate in assigned projects as the technical expert in area of specialization. Formulate/define system scope and objectives for assigned projects.
• Devise or modify procedures to solve complex problems considering system capabilities and limitations, operating time and form of desired results.
• Prepare detailed specifications from which programs will be written.
• Responsible for program design, coding, testing, debugging and documentation.
• Responsible for project quality assurance review as assigned and overseeing and monitoring the work of team members.
• Instruct and review the work of other systems analysis and programming personnel and provide leadership, on-the-job training and mentoring to other team members as necessary.
• Provide feedback and leadership in design sessions, strategy guidance and problem resolution sessions.
• Plan, lead and monitor activities for assigned project(s), which may be large, complex projects.
• May be responsible for project financial estimates and managing the project budget.
• Initiate continuous improvement and act as a cross-functional team leader.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and best Information Technology practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes.
• Participate in the on-call support rotation.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here's what you'll need:

• Bachelor's Degree (Required) in Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Seven years Information Technology experience in applications systems analysis and programming.
• Fully proficient in and applies Application Systems Analysis and Programming knowledge.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate IT programming in a non-technical manner.
• Must have excellent planning/project management, organizational, prioritization, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, MS Project and Visio required.
• Ability to interact with management across the entire organization.
• Ability to travel up to 10% based upon department and customer needs.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.