Information Systems Manager

Surrey, BC

Information Systems Manager

Role Summary

The Information Systems Manager understands company business processes and recommends best practices in the use of information systems (ERP, WMS, FMS/TMS). They have a thorough understanding of the different distribution business processes. They are a key player in the development of specifications and validate the consistency of software solutions. They align their team for project priorities and maintain an excellent relationship with users to understand their requirements and to propose solutions to eliminate tasks that have no added value. This position works out of the Home Office in Surrey, BC.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Appropriate the business processes of the company (ex : Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, …)
• Oversee the operation of the information software in place (ERP, WMS, FMS/TMS)
• Actively participate in defining new needs and improvements
• Write functional analyzes that describe how to solve a business problem using technology
• Ensure the consistency of technological solutions in North America and within the group
• Define and disseminate priorities to the team of business analysts, programmer analysts and functional support and assist them in achieving their objectives
• Coach, supervise, train, lead and participate in the development of the employees under their responsibility
• Work in synergy with different departments to achieve corporate objectives
• Foster the emergence of ideas for improvement and innovation within the team
• Perform any other related tasks requested by the immediate superior

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or in an appropriate discipline.

Knowledge

• Hold 6 to 12 years of experience including 5 years in management.
• Microsoft Office suite.

Skills and attitude

Knowhow:

• Demonstrate leadership in achieving business objectives, in managing priorities and in the overall vision
• Adaptability and agility in a constantly changing environment
• Strong organizational and structural spirit
• Recognized for his/her professionalism, judgment, sense of initiative and thoroughness
• Methodical and rigorous
• Positive and attentive leader
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent relationship with users (focused on customer service)
• Good communicator

Expertise:

• Deep understand of the business processes in a distribution company
• Master the functionalities and processes covered by systems such as ERP, WMS, CRM, FMS/TMS and BI
• Master database environments such as SQL Server, MySQL in transactional or starred models
• Understand different programming languages to help resolve complexities with programmer analysts
• Master the AGILE project management methods

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regular full-time schedule
• Office work
• Must be willing to travel throughout Canada and the U.S.A.

The Offer

 What we offer:

Competitive salary - we take great pride in offering our workforce the best benefits and compensation packages in our industry, and we think you will too.

Healthcare and Dental for single, couple or family coverage

Insurance benefits and employee assistance program

Group RRSP – save for retirement – you are eligible after 1 year of continuous employment and matches your contribution based on years of service

Time Off – Everyone needs time away from work to recharge and be with family and friends - receive a generous amount of paid holidays

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Paid training/tuition reimbursement – Ready to further your education?

Open door policy in a supportive and encouraging work environment

Overtime available in peak periods

Company overview

Our company is a leading wholesale distributor of construction materials with 44 locations across North America, from the Canadian Rockies and Pacific Northwest forests, across the Prairies to the Great Lakes and places in between. Our company was founded in 1972 and prides itself on being the most responsive, problem solving and fun place for our customers to conduct business. We want them to know that they can LEAN ON US!

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