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JDE Programmer Analyst
Job Description:
Company Overview
KYOCERA SENCO is a leader in designing and manufacturing industrial tools and fastening solutions. With nearly 100 years of excellence, we are committed to innovation, quality, and the growth of our team members. Our culture fosters a collaborative environment where each employee plays a vital role in our success, and we take pride in maintaining a strong work-life balance.
Location
8450 Broadwell Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45244
Schedule
FULL-TIME
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Monday - Friday; Must be able to commute to the Cincinnati office 4 days/week, 1 remote day/week - within company policy guidelines
Position Summary
The JDE Programmer Analyst is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting JD Edwards EnterpriseOne solutions while serving as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical systems. This role combines hands-on JDE development with business process analysis to ensure system solutions align with operational needs, best practices, and long-term ERP strategy.
Primary Responsibilities
Business & Systems Analysis:
- Partner with business stakeholders across functions (e.g., Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing) to understand end-to-end business processes and system requirements.
- Analyze business needs and identify gaps between standard JDE functionality and current or desired processes.
- Recommend appropriate solutions, including standard configuration, process changes, or custom development.
- Develop and implement API interfaces with JDE
- Translate functional requirements into technical designs, development specifications, and integration approaches.
- Serve as a technical advisor on JD Edwards capabilities, limitations, and best practices.
- Perform impact and risk analysis for system changes, enhancements, and integrations.
JDE Development & Technical Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain custom JDE applications, reports, and integrations including API interfaces.
- Customize and extend JDE functionality using tools such as FDA, RDA, UBEs, Orchestrator, AIS, and BSSV.
- Integrate JD Edwards with internal and external systems to support streamlined business operations.
- Ensure adherence to application development standards, data architecture principles, and security best practices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application issues in development and production environments.
Collaboration, Testing & Documentation:
- Collaborate with cross-functional IT and business teams throughout the solution lifecycle.
- Support functional and user acceptance testing by validating solutions against business requirements.
- Assist with deployment planning, go-live activities, and post-implementation stabilization.
- Communicate technical concepts, trade-offs, and solution impacts in business-friendly terms.
Documentation & Continuous Improvement:
- Create and maintain technical and functional documentation, including system designs, customizations, integrations, and deployment processes.
- Maintain documentation to support audits, future upgrades, and knowledge transfer.
- Stay current on JD Edwards updates, tools, platforms, and emerging IT technologies.
- Identify opportunities to reduce customization and improve long-term system maintainability.
Other:
- Do other duties as assigned by manager.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 8 years of experience in programming or related areas.
- 4 years of hands on experience with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne.
- Strong experience in application development, customization, and system integration.
- API design or consumption (REST, JSON, service-based integrations)
- AIS / Orchestrator experience in production integrations
- Solid understanding of business processes and enterprise data architecture.
- Must be able to work primarily by themselves with little supervision.
- Must be able to prioritize projects.
Requirements
- Must be able to walk throughout the building, up to 530,000 square feet, and access areas quickly.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time.
- Must continuously learn and advance knowledge on new updates, platforms, software, and emerging IT technology.
- Needs to be available to commute to the Cincinnati office 4 days a week.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive starting salary with opportunities for advancement.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
- Paid time off granted weekly.
- 9–11 paid holidays annually.
- Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
- Employee tool purchase program with discounts on SENCO products.
Why Join Us?
Our team members enjoy a supportive and dynamic work environment where continuous learning and professional growth are encouraged. Join us to become a part of a company that values innovation, quality, and employee well-being.