What are the responsibilities and job description for the Application Architect position at Integrated Merchandising Solutions LLC?
We Value What Makes You, You
IMS is committed to building and maintaining a team that reflects the diverse consumer base and communities that we serve. We know that when our associates are empowered to bring their whole selves to work, they feel valued and appreciated, and bring better results for our clients. We strive to build a culture that rewards people for their unique perspectives and contributions, and where our people are connected - to the work we do, to each other, and to IMS.
Who Are You?
You think critically and solve problems. You can handle a variety of tasks and work on multiple projects at once.
Additionally, you embody the IMS principles of Passion, Collaboration, Integrity, Inventiveness, and Proactivity. You will be part of a team that strives to provide excellent service and thought leadership to our clients and want to bring your best to the organization and see your work brought to life.
What's the Opportunity?
IMS is seeking an Application Architect to work in either our Skokie, IL or Kenosha, WI facilities. The role of the Application Architect is to design, develop, test, analyze, and support software applications in support of the achievement of business requirements. The position will be the leader in designing and documenting solution approaches for the rest of the technical team. You will work closely with the Application Development Manager to achieve this outcome. This position will proactively interface with internal customers, project managers and business analysts, and the technical / programming staff to ensure effective definition and the delivery of business applications. You will split time between analysis / design and doing hands on development. This position requires both business hour and off hour support for all deployed software applications and processes.
Primary Responsibilities Include :
- Leading, organizing and communicating effectively.
- Design technical solutions to be used across the IT Department.
- Create technical estimates and manage to project designs and budgets.
- Use industry standard diagrams when designing solutions - Entity relationship Diagrams, Integration Design Documents, Process Flow Charts.
- Establish IMS standard Software Design Documents (SDD) with the Application Development Manager.
- Design, develop and deliver quality technical solutions that meet documented design requirements.
- Ability to create technical documents using Visio and PowerPoint.
- Ability to develop application solutions in an IBM i environment utilizing a mix of : RPG III / IV, RPG Free, SQL, and CL.
- Work closely with Application Development Manager, Project Managers, Business Analysts, and other IT associates to understand requirements, and in turn design and develop technical solutions.
- Lead technical design and review sessions with technical and business teams, with a focus on global solutions.
- Focus on designing and developing integrations using API and EDI formats.
- Setup and configuration of JD Edwards Dream Writers, Data Dictionaries and Menus.
- Provides technical support and troubleshooting as needed, including occasional off hours support using BYOD.
- Adhere to IMS and SOX policies and procedures for compliance to ensure companywide consistent standards.
- Provide management with regular communication on the progress of projects and other initiatives.
The Skills and Experience You Have
Qualifications :
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What We Offer
In addition to playing an important role at IMS, you'll receive :
Who We Are
IMS represents leading brands at the point of purchase - in store, online, and behind the scenes - including digital and traditional signage, print and POP, branded merchandise, and more. Our marketplace is solution agnostic, so our clients achieve best execution at lowest price throughout North America. Our integrated platform (planning, procurement, freight, warehousing, kitting, fulfillment, field execution, analytics, and program management) empowers our clients to stay at the strategic level, knowing that we can help turn their marketing vision into a reality. Visit us at : www.IMSretail.com.
IMS is wholly owned by Omnicom Group (NYSE : OMC), an inter-connected global network of leading marketing communication companies offering a diverse, comprehensive range of marketing solutions spanning brand advertising, customer relationship management, media planning and buying services, public relations and numerous specialty communications services to drive bottom line results for its clients (www.omnicomgroup.com).
A note to candidates
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive company and we are most interested in finding the BEST candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background, and that's okay. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.
IMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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