An IFS Developer is responsible for designing, developing, customizing, and maintaining solutions within the IFS Applications ERP ecosystem. This technical role requires a deep understanding of business processes as well as strong programming and analytical skills. The developer collaborates with cross-functional teams—including IT, business analysts, and end users—to deliver scalable ERP enhancements that improve business efficiency and innovation. Our ideal candidate would be office-based in Cleveland, Ohio, or Rogers, Arkansas; however, for the right candidate, we would consider remote work. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Solution Development: Design, develop, and implement customizations, integrations, and extensions within IFS Applications using relevant programming languages and tools such as PL/SQL, IFS Report Designer, and web technologies.
• System Analysis: Analyze business requirements in collaboration with stakeholders to translate them into effective technical solutions within IFS.
• Application Support: Provide day-to-day support for IFS Applications, troubleshooting issues, resolving incidents, and ensuring optimal system performance.
• Enhancements & Upgrades: Lead or participate in projects related to system upgrades, new module implementations, and process improvements. Creation of Custom Pages, Fields, Menus, Tabs and Events.   Use Citrix Build Place/Harvest to deploy changes.  Base Server Development, Forms Development, Integration Development, Reports Development, Data Migration, Custom Objects, Lobbies, Configurations, User Administration and IAL in IFS.
• Integration: Develop and maintain integrations between IFS Applications and other business systems using web services, REST/SOAP APIs, and third-party middleware.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including solution designs, modification/change logs, and user guides. Preserve changes in Visual Studio.
• Quality Assurance: Perform unit testing, participate in user acceptance testing, and ensure all delivered solutions meet business requirements and quality standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, project managers, and end users to understand business processes and support continuous improvement.
• Security & Compliance: Implement and monitor system security and ensure solutions comply with relevant data protection and business continuity standards.
• Training: Deliver training sessions, workshops, or user support as needed to help internal teams maximize their use of IFS Applications.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with IFS Applications ERP, IFS Developer Studio, SQL, PL/SQL, PowerShell and web technologies such as HTML, JavaScript, and XML. Proficiency in Visual Studio.  Experience in Oracle database objects: Procedures, Functions, Packages, Triggers, Cursors, Tables, Views, DB links and Complex queries  
• Business Process Knowledge: Familiarity with core business processes such as finance, supply chain, manufacturing, part management, sales, and CRM as they relate to ERP functionality.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex technical issues.
• Project Management: Experience managing or working within software development projects, including meeting deadlines and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and documentation.
• Adaptability: Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adjust to changing business requirements.
• Attention to Detail: Commitment to delivering high-quality work and ensuring accuracy in coding, testing, and documentation.
• At least 5 years of development experience supporting IFS ERP Applications
• IFS Certification: Formal certification in IFS Applications or related modules.
• ERP Implementation Experience: Prior involvement in full-cycle ERP implementations, upgrades, or migrations.
• Integration Expertise: Hands-on experience integrating IFS Applications with other ERP systems or cloud-based solutions.
• Reporting Tools: Experience with IFS Business Analytics, SSRS, Crystal Reports, and Power BI reporting platforms.
• Software Development Life Cycle right from inception, requirement specifications, planning, design, testing, implementation, and maintenance.
• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint Online, Power Apps, and Power Automate (Flow)
• Practical experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Outlook, Word)

Schedule:

• Fulltime 
• Standard office hours with flextime 
• Ideally located in PLP's Corporate office - 660 Beta Drive 

Benefits:

• 401(k) with a company match equal to 25% of the first 8% of pre-tax dollars contributed by the employee for the first two years 
• Enrollment in company profit sharing after two years
• Medical, dental & vision insurance, including free preventative care
• Wellness & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
• Paid time off, paid company holidays, and vacation purchase program
• Short & long-term disability
• Parental & family leave; military leave
• Inclusive & welcoming company culture 
• Career development & tuition assistance
• Student loan debt repayment program

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