Job Introduction

Exciting news for SAP ERP experts! A central role in the Core Business Systems Team is now open, with a focus on aligning system design and maintenance with business needs, optimizing supply chain processes and enhancing efficiency. The role also involves collaborating with stakeholders for operational improvements.

As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for understanding stakeholder requirements, fostering supply chain innovation, drafting specifications for engineers, and providing advanced support with timely documentation of issues.

Don't miss this opportunity to make a significant impact in enhancing customer experience through automation and driving operational improvements.

The position is based at Junction 41 in Wakefield, just off the M1, with free parking, and offers a flexible, hybrid way of working. However, all colleagues are required to work in the office for a minimum of 2 to 3 days per week, with the expectation of added attendance when needed.

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Role Responsibility

• Strengthen cardfactory ERP partnerships and internal collaborations.
• Utilize ERP to drive cardfactory’s strategic goals.
• Opt for efficient, standard ERP configurations.
• Provide comprehensive ERP system support and innovation.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices within IT teams.
• Regularly update and report on ERP system progress.

The Ideal Candidate

• Seeking a Business Systems Architect with retail sector experience and supply chain ERP knowledge.
• Must possess excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Requires experience in application support, ERP system implementation, and change management.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and strong demonstrable experience necessary.
• Desirable skills include coding, ability to work under pressure, and systematic problem resolution.
• The candidate should be a self-driven team player, outcome-focused, and adept at managing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to simplify complex concepts are essential.
• Must be able to work accurately at a fast pace, both independently and as part of a team.

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About the Company

Card Factory is the UK’s leading specialist retailer of greeting cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland.  In 2020 we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer.  This strategy sees significant investment into our colleagues across the business creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey.  

In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Benefits

• 25% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online
• Save As You Earn scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Support       
  • Financial Education Tools
  • Salary Advance
• Seasonal incentive schemes
• Retail Management Apprenticeship Programmes with local providers with access to a virtual internal network for learning together
• Discounted gym membership and mobile phone contracts
• Discounts across 100’s of UK retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
• Enhanced Family leave

This is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role describes you and your career aspirations, click apply now.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly. 

No agencies, please.

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