Now Hiring: IFS Business Analyst (Techno/Functional – Manufacturing Focus)
Position Overview
We are seeking a Techno/Functional IFS Business Analyst
with strong expertise in IFS Manufacturing and related modules
. This role requires hands-on experience configuring, customizing, and optimizing IFS Apps 10 and IFS Cloud
. The ideal candidate is a jack-of-all-trades
with the ability to both analyze business requirements and deliver technical solutions within IFS.
This position will focus on Manufacturing, MRP, MSO (Manufacturing Scheduling & Optimization), MSR (Maintenance Scheduling & Repair), Supply Chain, and Finance , with future involvement in CRM implementation . The analyst will ensure IFS is being fully leveraged, identify gaps, and implement technical improvements that align with best practices.
Key Responsibilities
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Configure and support IFS modules: Manufacturing, MRP, MSO, MSR, Supply Chain, Finance , and CRM (future).
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Design and implement IFS business rules, workflows, events, and custom fields to support business requirements.
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Develop and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and data extracts using IFS tools (e.g., Lobby Designer, Quick Reports, Data Migration toolsets ).
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Collaborate with technical teams on PL/SQL, APIs, and IFS integrations with third-party systems (e.g., MES, CRM, warehouse systems).
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Perform gap analysis between business needs and current system usage; recommend and implement configuration changes.
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Troubleshoot and resolve system defects, performance issues, and data integrity problems .
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Support MRP and MSO optimization : parameter tuning, scheduling rules, resource constraints, and capacity planning.
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Ensure proper usage of MSR for maintenance planning and scheduling.
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Provide input on system upgrades and patches (Apps 10 ? Cloud), including regression testing and validation.
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Document system configuration, processes, and technical solutions; deliver end-user training.
Requirements
- 5+ years of IFS ERP experience , with a primary focus on Manufacturing modules .
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Strong techno/functional skills with IFS Apps 10 and Cloud .
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Proficiency in:
- MSO (Manufacturing Scheduling & Optimization)
- MRP (Material and Resource Planning)
- MSR (Maintenance Scheduling & Repair)
- CRIMS
Hands-on experience with IFS technical tools : Lobby Designer, Report Designer, Data Migration, Quick Reports.
Strong SQL/PL-SQL knowledge for queries, reporting, and troubleshooting.
Experience designing or supporting IFS integrations (APIs, web services, middleware) .
Ability to translate functional requirements into system configurations and technical deliverables.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, able to work with developers, architects, and business users.
Nice to Have
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Prior experience supporting IFS CRM modules .
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Exposure to IFS Aurena client and customizations.
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Solution design / architect-level experience across multiple IFS modules.
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Familiarity with DevOps / CI-CD pipelines for IFS customizations .
Remote, with travel in the US