Experience

Profound Logic

• United States
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Consultant / Project Manager

  • Jun 2019 - Present

  Performing project management for the expanding professional services team providing the IBM i / Power Systems (AS/400) customer base with services to modernize their software. Provide business analysis helping customers identify a path to modernization with focus on continuous improvement and return on investment. Develop modernized user interfaces employing Profound Logic tools Atrium, Genie, ProfoundUI, Profound Mobile, Profound.js, Profound API. Performing project management for the expanding professional services team providing the IBM i / Power Systems (AS/400) customer base with services to modernize their software. Provide business analysis helping customers identify a path to modernization with focus on continuous improvement and return on investment. Develop modernized user interfaces employing Profound Logic tools Atrium, Genie, ProfoundUI, Profound Mobile, Profound.js, Profound API.



Integrated Corporate Solutions, Inc.

• Senior Programmer/Analyst

  • Jan 2001 - May 2019

  Identify, design, develop, implement, support, and maintain integrated business solutions found in the ICSDIST ERP software package used by Detroit Diesel engine, Allison Transmission, Daimler Trucks North America, and MTU/Onsite Energy distributors and service centers. This includes accounting modules for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger and related financial reporting requiring an in-depth knowledge of accounting principals.Manage projects integrating the ICS software with business partners to streamline processes such as purchasing, warranty claims, and payroll through EDI and proprietary data feeds. Project manager overseeing the design of the ICS Repair Time Management application tying shop floor applications to the Order Entry and Time and Attendance modules for streamlining data collection of engine, transmission and vehicle chassis repair processes.Perform analysis of business workflows to generate project specifications, serving as a liaison between multiple stakeholders, requiring problem solving skills for successful implementations. Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) using Agile and Waterfall methodologies for development.Work with clients both individually and in focus groups to identify ways to improve efficiency in all areas of their business. This includes business analysis, preparation of project estimates, oversight of development, providing online and onsite training, development of audit processes, and quality assurance always working toward continuous improvement.Utilize my database management skills and use of reporting tools like Query and SQL to provide clients with critical data necessary to measure return on investment and profitability.Manage our software upgrade process for our install base and perform IBM Power System upgrades and migrations.

• Programmer/Analyst

  • Aug 1998 - Jan 2001

  Develop, maintain and support the ICSDIST ERP software for Detroit Diesel-Allison distributors using the IBM RPG language running on the IBM AS/400 (iSeries) platform. Migrate new clients from in-house business systems to the ICSDIST software.



Rogers Department Store

• United States
• Retail

• Inventory Control Manager

  • Jan 1995 - Aug 1998

  Supervision of staff of six responsible for data entry including purchasing, receiving, accounts payable, and inventory control. Design customized departmental and corporate reports. Responsible for scheduling and performance reviews of staff. Oversight of annual physical inventory and routine cycle counts including investigating variances and reconciliation.Also included duties of Loss Prevention Manager responsible for loss prevention training for all employees and implementing audit procedures. Responsible for conducting internal investigations, compiling case data, securing evidence (physical and electronic,) and working with law enforcement and prosecution officials.

• IT Director

  • Dec 1990 - Aug 1998

  Accepted full time Data Processing Manager position upon college graduation in December of 1990. Managed an IBM System/36 running the Retail Interact package for three full-line department store locations in North Alabama with over 70 IBM cash registers.In 1994-95, served as project manager for acquiring a new business solution to replace aging hardware and outdated software. In 1995, managed the migration to a customized ERP package running on three IBM AS/400 midrange systems.Position evolved into IT director as more manual bookkeeping was moved to data entry and more investments in technology were made.Installed and managed PCs, printers, scanning equipment, credit card equipment, store signage system, and video security systems.Performed contract programming work after stores were sold in 1998 and position was dissolved. Wrote conversion programs to migrate data to new owner's custom retail system.Stores were consolidated and eventually closed by new owner over the next several years.

• Sales Associate and Assistant Buyer

  • May 1988 - Dec 1990

  Worked as part-time sales associate while attending college advancing to assistant Mens' Department buyer, managing returns to manufacturer, and training under General Merchandise Manager for retail buyer position.