Summary: Technology executive with 15+ years experience accomplished by successfully delivering technology solutions and digital transformations in varied industries. Significant software development experience that has evolved into roles comprised of executive based responsibilities, architect, strategic/project management, business analysis. Articulate and persuasive communicator connecting business and technology. Managed/directed teams to support and deliver solutions. Based on deep, diverse experience coupled with a devolper/technical background highly strong business acumen, successful with vendor negotiations/management and team mentoring/development. A visionary; keeping abreast of emerging technologies and latest innovations (AI)Vertical Industry ExperienceReal Estate/Property Management EngineeringConstructionDigital Publishing(e-books) Food Services/Distribution Consumer Goods Financial Markets TelecommunicationsUtilities (Hydro)ManufacturingPharmaceuticalsFunctional Finance (AR/AP/GL/Fixed Assets)Supply Chain Mgmt (Sales, CRM, Inventory, Distribution, Transportation)Real EstateProperty MgmtJob CostingProcurementProject Finance (Cash Flow, Budgets)Corporate Reporting, Equity Partner Finance
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Director Enterprise SystemsDream Nov 2022 - PresentToronto, Ontario, CaLeadership for technology initiatives that align with corporate strategies as it relates to Dream's portfolio of 5 TSX listed companies encompassing 20+ billion in manageable assets with a world wide presence Departmental oversight of a technology team of 15 comprising of Architects, PM's, BAs, developers, to mentor and provide guidance to develop and deploy corporate wide solutions, as well as tactical business initiatives in a JDE Enterprise One ecosystemManagement of ERP Helpdesk (ServiceNow) to support operational business issues and to develop and provide training material. Review of metrics to establish a strategy of delivering optimal support to a large user base with varied systems. Systems governance in a SaaS environment comprising of a Oracle Enterprise One backbone for multiple companies with integrations into various cloud based applications (VTS, Argus, Angus, Versapay, Concur, Yardi, Coupa, Workiva, Deal Cloud) Robotic Process Automation (uipath)) – Strengthening RPA strategy to augment financial processes Taxes, budgeting, and utility data management Responsible for ITGC/Financial audits as it relates to systems in concert with external parties (PWC/E&Y, US SEC, US DOJ) with final signoff to Executives/Board of directors Budgetary responsibility -
Director ApplicationsMenkes Developments Ltd. Jul 2012 - Nov 2022Toronto, Ontario, CaLead and developed the strategic road map to implement a digital transformation initiative. Managed 30+ consultants (Project Manager's, Functional Analysts, Developers, DBA's ) and FTE's; $5 Million budget. Evaluated current landscape and developed RFI/RFP process to replace existing four (4) disparate systems. Created selection committee comprised of C-level and senior executives to analyze and review ERP proposals from Tier 1 vendors (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, Yardi). Negotiated significant discount on winning vendor Oracle JDE Enterprise One 9.1 (first E1 implementation in Canada for the residential construction industry)Managed full cycle Oracle Enterprise One implementation with three independent implementation partners (Oracle Financials; Oracle Homebuilder; Legacy Data Conversion) in a Agile environmentManaged full cycle Enterprise One upgrade from 9.1 to 9.2 Deployed and integrated SaaS model with Oracle E1 9.2Lead EFT / PAD (Electronic Funds Transfer) solutions with DevOpsChairman of the CAB (Change Advisory Board)Deployed e-document workflow management (DocuSign)Developed system change management policies and procedures Developed framework for Data Governance (MDM - Master Data Management)Developed and implemented mobile strategy solutions Formulated strategic plans/ roadmap for IT Applications and the Oracle E1 footprint -
Project ManagerNelson Education Oct 2006 - Feb 2012Toronto, On, CaProject leader for the Canadian subsidiary implementation of a Global JDE EnterpriseOne (9.0) deployment. Phased plan to integrate Enterprise One for Order- to- Cash modules. Lead team of 10+ consultants and FTE’s which constituted the following; ensuring all current business processes were documented; chaired workshop meetings with IBM (implementation partner) and the business community(JAD sessions); completed a successful first phase integration of an intercompany order process from JDE 7.3 into EnterpriseOne that constituted 120 million per annum; managing and coordinating with business units in regards to data analysis, clean up and mapping for the future deployment. Managed and coordinated with divisional units for report specifications and conversion; Managed development and training of individuals to construct test scripts. Other high profile projects successfully managed; (AS400 RPG/ILE Environment)Ecommerce solution that enabled B2B and B2C customers to order via a web channel Complete with real time product information, customer self-help functionalities (eg. order management, payment analysis, sales information), promotional e-marketing programs to gold-silver-bronze customers with Moneris. (Based on PCI compliance) Warehouse Management solution which resulted in savings of 45% of manufacturing labour costs (WMS - LOGPRO)B2B solution via EDI to accompany new global vendors to leverage low production costs and increase margins Runner -up Employee of the Year 2011 -
Sr. Business Systems Analyst / DeveloperKohl & Frisch Limited Feb 2006 - Oct 2006Concord, Ontario, CaProjects deployed that encompassed process mapping and design in a pharmaceutical environment (AS400/RPG ILE);Interface to ADP for payroll processing Positive Pay to mitigate cheque fraud Business intelligence application to review and analyze freight data from WMS LOGPRO Dashboard reporting for C- level executives for brand name and generic drugs -
Business Systems Analyst/ DeveloperSysco Canada Sep 2003 - Feb 2006Toronto, Ontario, CaDuties comprised of implementing business solutions to the various operating companies (14) of a 2.5 billon per annum food distribution enterprise. Key responsibilities involved during the project management lifecycle; development of PMO and SDLC documentation while adhering to SOX compliance. Gather of requirements via JAD sessions; systems design; and where required vendor management. Supported users during UAT, which included assisting with the creation of test strategies, scripts, and result verification/validation. Provided training, ongoing support. Additionally acted as lead developer. (AS400/ RPG/ILE)High profile projects successfully deployed; Data Warehouse solution to the operating companies (enabling senior level management to strategically focus on profitable revenues based on KPIs) utilizing a COGNOS Powerplay platform. CRM package to enable the business review department to actively manage customer relations ‘Roadway’ application interface to the back office systems to manage deliveries via SYSCO’s fleet Deployed a new automated Financial Schedule reporting system. Mandate was to reduce effort and inaccuracy when reporting financial data to corporate for the operating companies. -
Senior Systems AnalystCogeco Inc. Sep 2002 - May 2003Montreal, Qc, CaSenior member of an implementation team to deploy and enhance an ERP system to meet Cogeco's new business requirements in an AS400 RPG/ILE environment.Solely responsible for the analysis and design of the mobile wireless work order application (MobileForce) and Pay-Per-View Event Ordering (PPV). Developed workflow process and detail design documents of the Mobile Force and PPV application based on custom user modifications and corresponding interfaces to the host system -
Jde Financial/Manufacturing FunctionalCity Of Barrie Nov 2001 - Jul 2002Barrie, Ontario, CaMandate was to integrate surrounding municipalities into host JDE system based on the Ontario Energy Board (OEB deregulation policy. Project methodology encompassed SDLC processes. Key milestones achieved;Application to transmit/receive commercial billing invoices (> $100k) on a daily basis to the Ontario Energy Board in accordance with industry deregulation for analysis and rate adjustmentsInterface of JDE 7.3 financials with ERP billing package HTEPerformance analysis application to assess employee efficiency and productivity (JDE payroll/ work orders) Recommendations on best practices policies for IT infrastructure and applications -
Senior Developer Analyst - Financial ServicesMerrill Lynch Apr 2001 - Nov 2001New York, Ny, UsSenior member of the development team of an Internet based application HMS (Household Management System) for the investment industry supporting all Financial consultants throughout Canada interfacing to a trading platform that encompassed the following securities:Equities, Bonds, Money Market Funds, GIC -
Senior Developer Analyst JdeIbm Apr 2000 - Mar 2001Armonk, New York, Ny, UsDeveloped E-commerce solutions for JDE World 7.3 and legacy systems on a I-Series DB2/400 RPG platform utilizing IRONSIDE technologies proprietary B2C middleware Interfaced JDE 7.3 modules configurator, SOE, and Advanced Pricing for B2C functionalityPrepared technical design specifications and user documentation for clients; Conducted training seminars for clients (technical & functional); Conducted technical presentations (pre-sales) and CRP’s (Conference Room Pilots) -
Developer Analyst/ Sap Basis AdministratorAluma Systems Mar 1997 - Mar 2000Bolton, Ontario, CaTechnical Lead on JDE 7.1 conversion to SAP Basis E3.1 I Responsible for the conversion of JDE data to SAP R/3 for the Financials and Distribution modules (GL, Inventory) Managed the AS400 department (2 contractors) in regards to JDE support, application modifications, tech support, with outsourcing providers for maintenance agreements, hardware procurements (ISM - IBM Global Services).Performed SAP Basis tasks (Unix file administration, Oracle DBA monitoring, and maintenance) -
Developer / AnalystAdidas Group Oct 1994 - Mar 1997Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, DeDeveloped and designed business solutions in RPG/400, ILE, & CLP in a SCM environmentKey achievement constituted Y2K conversion of legacy order to cash system Managed a small staff of two in regards to daily IS operations (ie. backup and night job scheduling, networking, disaster recovery, application modifications).Designed and developed;Sales automation via POWERBUILDER Time reporting system for the warehouse personnel utilizing card scanners;RF physical inventory count system with bar code scanning EDI for B2B -
Developer / AnalystBaycom Financial Software Services Jan 1994 - Sep 1994Developed a Term Deposit Guaranteed Investment System (TDGIC) for RBC Assisted the implementation team with deployment and training of clients RBC
Daniel Elek B.Eng, Bmgmt Skills
Daniel Elek B.Eng, Bmgmt Education Details
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Mit Sloan School Of ManagementArtificial Intelligence -
University Of TorontoBusiness Management -
University Of TorontoProject Management -
Ryerson UniversityBachelor Of Engineering (B.Eng.)
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Daniel Elek B.Eng, Bmgmt works for Dream
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Daniel Elek B.Eng, Bmgmt's current role is Director Enterprise Applications.
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Daniel Elek B.Eng, Bmgmt attended Mit Sloan School Of Management, University Of Toronto, University Of Toronto, Ryerson University.
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