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Southfield, Michigan, United States

Integrated assorted business applications with Plex ERP using Dell Boomi, SOAP/XML, and JSON with RESTish APIsBusiness Analytics based on SQL driven queries

Chief software architect of solution to support client’s 3PL initiative, replacing three self-run distribution centers with a single DC run by a 3PL. The solution involved custom add-on modules to QAD to support data and process integration of EDI used to exchange data between parties.Designed and deployed custom Accounts Payable automation solution integrating vendor invoice data provided in XML and PDF format from a third party with QAD accounts payable module, custom QAD AP workflow module, and a document retrieval solution.Managed transition of EDI mapping to IBM Managed services for over 400 trading partner relationships, on time, under budget, and without any service interruptions.Worked with business leads and partners to design and implement improved freight management functionality with QAD resulting in significant savings for the customer.Developed a user-centric supply chain management solution removing the data maintenance responsibility from the IT staff.Architected an application to facilitate meaningful collaboration in the monthly Sales and Operations Planning process.Designed an automated EDI 855 solution to provide the improved order status visibility that my client's customers were expecting.Integrated EDI 820s to a custom cash application module within QAD eB2.1 for automated cash application in conformance with SOX controls.Developed an automated software quality control tool to prevent common bugs from slipping into production.Designed and delivered a business-critical modification to the QAD shipping module for both standard and serialized shippers to support a global rollout of QAD EE 2016.Developed non-intrusive operational modifications to QAD EE 2016 using QAD ICT. Expanded reporting functionality of QAD EE 2016 using QAD QRF (Reporting Framework).

Served as technical sales lead in the acquisition of one major MNC client for QAD related services, defined growth path for development team, homogenized implementation processes

Revamped custom solutions for supply chain management and EDI

Implemented QAD 8.5, Implemented and maintained QAD-compatible EDI solution, Migrated to Microsoft Windows servers and Microsoft Exchange, Implemented new Avaya phone system, Ultimately was responsible for technical infrastructure planning and support for four facilities in the Midwest of the US.