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Elma, Wa, Us

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

Oversee IT operations and teams, driving development, delivery, and support of innovative business intelligence and data management solutions, comprising new Microsoft data warehouse environments and managed reporting (Power BI and SSRS), data analytics, and visualization systems. Engage with finance, operations, supply chain, and sales business units to analyze business requirements and translate insights into robust and scalable IT architectures, data warehouses, and reporting solutions in line with specific needs of diverse teams. Orchestrate end-to-end IT solution delivery projects by managing all stages from requirement gathering to system configuration, testing, and implementation and providing ongoing support for the solutions. Coach teams on enterprise data architectures and imparted best practices for IT system management.• Enhanced system functionality, security, and ensured scalability for future IT growth by effectively managing portfolio of digital transformation projects focused on modernizing legacy architectures.• Provided mentorship and technical training to system analysts and technical staff by sharing expertise in entire aspects of Infor M3 ERP configuration, administration, and functionality.• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in Infor M3 ERP system, Infor IDM, Infor Data Lake, Infor ETL tool (Pentaho), Smart data tool, Infor Homepage, and UAP (Ancile).

Selah, Wa, Us

Oversaw a consulting engagement aimed at designing and implementing a Birst data warehouse solution. Spearheaded the development of data architectures to ensure optimal data system quality, performance, and value. Developed role definitions and established security access for Infor M3 in assurance with robust and secure system access.• Guided business stakeholders regarding verticals of data warehouse technologies and tools, such as Infor M3 solutions, including Factory Track, Streamserve, DMP, User Adoption Platform, EDI, and Infor Birst.• Achieved seamless integration while designing and delivering training programs, resources, and documentation by providing critical system support information empowering user self-service.• Steered the execution of a data governance initiative to develop frameworks, policies, and procedures driving data quality and streamlining processes for all master data entities within the organization.

Idaho Falls, Id, Us

Directed a seven-person team and $4M IT budget. Scope of leadership spans Infor M3 ERP system, business applications, helpdesk, telecom management, network and end user security, infrastructure planning, and vendor management. Challenges and accomplishments - High resistance to change. Idahoan was operating unprepared for current day technologies. Speed, availability, and security were not meeting standards. Key systems were strained and crashing daily. Vast inefficiencies and strained IT assets. Lack of policies, and knowledge was hurting business operation. Poor Security - due to lack of oversight and focus. No Disaster Plan, putting company at risk. Understaffed IT Department, overworked individuals and lack of knowledge existed. Unstable Systems and network causing daily ERP system crashes. Lack of End-user computer and system knowledge. • Strategically upgraded network and virtual server infrastructure to optimize performance, increase stability, and ensure alignment with future business needs.• Recognized lack of modern security policies and procedures – implemented corporate security plans to tighten programming standards and user/workstation security, alongside providing end-user training and testing. • Designed and deployed disaster recovery plan and secondary datacenter to address risk. • Championed creation of comprehensive IT corporate policies and procedures handbook, including meeting GDPR and CCPA requirements. Instrumental in contract negotiation to deliver tens-of-thousands in savings in infrastructure, software subscription and software support fees. Overhauled helpdesk system. Providing 24x7x365 support.• Created corporate WIKI allowing for a self-help and basic knowledge for end users. Creation of a quarterly IT newsletter• Staffed the IT team to appropriate levels to support company objectives.• Execute advanced talent management practices to elevate performance and engagement – includes yearly mandatory supplemental training.

Idaho Falls, Id, Us

Led the development of an Infor/Lawson M3 data warehouse solution by leveraging Infor/Lawson BPW and LBI tools, Infor Smart Notes, and Microsoft SSIS, SSAS, and SSRS. Demonstrated expertise in establishing functional requirement specifications and supporting documents for business systems, database design, and data modeling processes. Provided end-user training on reporting tools, inclusive of Excel Power Pivot. • Conducted ASP.net web development as needed by creating several simple web applications for data table maintenance and various functions.• Built SSAS cubes and established relationships for optimal MDX query performance of hierarchies and fact dimensions.

B.A., Business Administration And Management

Aaseet, Electronics Engineering