MARIA THOMPSON
Oxford,GA
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Business Analyst
Georgia Crown Distributing
McDonough, GA
01.2015 - Current
- On going support and enhancements of Dimensional Insights’ Diver reporting tool and integration with Aurora ERP System.
- On going support and enhancements of Inventiv’s Pocket Advantage and its integration with Aurora ERP System.
- Effectively managed the design, development, and implementation of System 21 (Aurora) upgrade while working remotely with both internal and external resources during COVID.
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of custom CRM tool for the inside sales team.
- Established integration of Pocket Delivery application with System 21.
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of document storage for the AR department.
- Integrated System 21 with BlueRidge procurement planning application.
- Worked with warehouse management to automate processes and provide reporting to significantly increase efficiency using Manhattan WMS and in-house load-It WMS Systems.
- Revamped the month end reporting process to increase automation and reduce man hours and down time.
- Streamlined the account management process.
- A Distribution Company
Sr Programmer Analyst
Delta Apparel
Duluth, GA
01.1998 - 01.2015
- Managed the conversion from case to each picking across the ERP (System 21) and WMS (in-house custom built) systems.
- Developed import and extraction interfaces for System 21 and Excel.
- Managed and developed integration of data from newly acquired companies into System 21 manufacturing, sales and accounting and in-house custom built WMS system.
- Seamlessly integrated AR Traffic freight quote system with current System 21 (Infor) ERP system.
- Effectively managed the design, development, and implementation of new updated web site using, RPGLE, Java, Hibernate, and Spring with both internal and external resources.
- Successfully managed multiple cross-functional projects simultaneously.
- Spearheaded system development functions for all departments by overseeing needs analysis, software design and user documentation for RPG, RPGLE and Visual Basic systems.
- Participated in all aspects of meeting SOX requirements.
- Assisted, guided and trained personnel in use of applications including JBA System 21 (Infor).
- Elevated productivity by replacing pre-printed forms with real-time system generated forms in Optio using Design Studio.
- Developed interface from System 21 ERP system to TM1 Data Warehouse system.
- Created ad-hoc data analysis and reports as needed using AS400 Query, SQL, Excel, and Access.
- Developed Intranet using ASP, HTML and DHTML.
- Managed the implementation of Mirosoft Dynamics Financials with communication interface with System 21 ERP.
- A 24/7 Manufacturing Company
Programmer Analyst
C. R. Bard
Covington, GA
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously.
- Expertly performed analysis, design, programming, testing and implementation of new in-house custom built WMS system using RPG, COBOL and IRL.
- Efficiently enhanced existing R&D system using RPG and Visual Basic.
- Applied dynamic organizational skills to effectively control and steer project progress and phases.
- Created documentation and executed user training using Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Formulated validation protocols and evaluated new system for quality assurance.
- Facilitated cohesive efforts between project team members, customers and contractors.
- Developed and executed comprehensive test plans and acceptance criteria for a new warehouse management system, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
- A Manufacturing Company
Programmer Analyst
Vantage Products
Conyers, GA
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Proficiently analyzed, designed and developed various systems and applications using RPG, COBOL, and REXX.
- Facilitated the design and implementation of new in-house custom built WMS system.
- Navigated and ensured seamless progress of IT projects and prepared user documentation.
- Leveraged solid leadership talents to train and support users and communicate with customers and contractors.
- Exhibited outstanding technical expertise by implementing and maintaining warehouse management system, developing and deploying automated UPS invoicing system, and implementing wave picking system to expedite warehouse operations.
- A Manufacturing Company
Timeline
Sr Business Analyst
Georgia Crown Distributing
01.2015 - Current
Sr Programmer Analyst
Delta Apparel
01.1998 - 01.2015
Programmer Analyst
C. R. Bard
01.1996 - 01.1998
Programmer Analyst
Vantage Products
01.1995 - 01.1996