Consultant, Principal at Infor

United Kingdom

<h3> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> General information </h3> Country United Kingdom City Remote Location Job ID 46104 Department Infor Consulting Services Experience Level MID_SENIOR_LEVEL Employment Status FULL_TIME Workplace Type Hybrid <h3> <i aria-hidden="true"></i> Description &amp; Requirements </h3> <span><p>The Infor Technical Consultant at is responsible for supporting the implementation, configuration, integration, and testing of Infor solutions. This role involves leveraging foundational technical skills to solve problems, optimize processes, and contribute to project success while progressively developing expertise in moderately complex tasks. The consultant will work  independently managing tasks and influencing outcomes.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Technical Specialist Advice</strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrate strong listening skills to understand user needs and resolve standard conflicts.</li><li>Solve routine problems to improve operational efficiency using technology.</li><li>Follow established procedures for technical implementations under routine guidance.</li><li>Administer and test computer databases, coordinating minor changes, and resolving moderately complex issues.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve integration/system challenges based on technical specifications.</li></ul> <p><strong>Methods and Tools</strong></p><ul><li>Adapt to and apply basic tools and techniques for software development, testing, and operations.</li><li>Use templates and frameworks like Time to Value guidelines for data action labs and technical architecture.</li><li>Tailor processes to align with organizational standards and evaluate tools for improved efficiency.</li><li>Provide advice on the adoption of methodologies and assist in process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><br/><p><strong>Systems Design</strong></p><ul><li>Follow standard design patterns and create simple system or component designs using organizational guidelines.</li><li>Document and organize design information for reference in future projects.</li><li>Develop detailed specifications for moderately complex systems and components.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to create design views and functional prototypes, ensuring alignment with user needs.</li></ul> <p><strong>Programming/Software Development</strong></p><ul><li>Design and code simple scripts and programs, adhering to agreed standards.</li><li>Test and document outcomes for basic software tasks.</li><li>Independently design moderately complex programs/scripts, monitor progress, and propose solutions to identified issues.</li><li>Collaborate in code reviews and identify areas for improvement.</li></ul><br/><p><strong>Systems Integration and Build</strong></p><ul><li>Follow supplied instructions to configure target environments, conduct tests, and record results.</li><li>Assist in integrating basic system components and reporting risks/issues.</li><li>Produce software builds for moderately complex systems, ensuring integration and proper hardware/software configuration.</li><li>Participate in testing and troubleshooting integration builds, documenting results.</li></ul><br/><p><strong>Testing</strong></p><ul><li>Design basic test cases and scripts, execute manual/automated testing, and document results.</li><li>Report identified risks and issues for resolution.</li><li>Assist in the design of detailed test plans, automate testing tasks, and analyse test performance.</li><li>Collaborate with teams to identify improvements in testing approaches.</li></ul><br/><p><strong>Software Configuration</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in setting up standard software configurations and maintain documentation for changes.</li><li>Follow agreed standards to ensure minimal errors during deployment.</li><li>Design and verify moderately complex configurations, refactor where needed, and document results.</li><li>Collaborate in reviews of deployment outcomes.</li></ul><br/><p><strong>Data Science</strong></p><ul><li>Apply data science techniques to analyse basic datasets and report findings.</li><li>Use standard frameworks and tools for structured data modelling under guidance.</li><li>Process and prepare new datasets for analysis using specialized programming techniques.</li><li>Evaluate model outcomes and recommend refinements to improve accuracy and insights.</li></ul><br/><p><strong>Machine Learning</strong></p><ul><li>Apply basic machine learning techniques, diagnose issues, and report findings.</li><li>Use standard libraries and frameworks to implement algorithms under guidance.</li><li>Apply existing techniques to train models and analyse performance, recommending improvements where needed.</li><li>Collaborate on deployment plans and monitor outcomes for optimization.</li></ul><br/><p><strong>Principle-Based Management (PBM) Alignment</strong></p><p><strong>Vision Dimension</strong></p><ul><li>Understand how your tasks contribute to the company’s long-term goals and ensure alignment in execution.</li><li>Begin to identify opportunities to bridge performance gaps through technical innovation.</li></ul> <p><strong>Virtue and Talents Dimension</strong></p><ul><li>Build foundational skills and demonstrate contribution-motivated behaviour.</li><li>Start leveraging individual strengths to deliver value and collaborate effectively across teams.</li></ul> <p><strong>Knowledge Dimension</strong></p><ul><li>Absorb and apply new knowledge systematically while engaging in guided learning opportunities.</li><li>Actively share insights, propose improvements, and leverage industry best practices.</li></ul> <p><strong>Comparative Advantage Dimension</strong></p><ul><li>Understand individual strengths and seek guidance in unfamiliar situations.</li><li>Take ownership of moderately complex tasks to maximize team effectiveness.</li></ul> <p><strong>Motivation Dimension</strong></p><ul><li>Stay motivated by understanding the impact of your contributions on organizational success</li><li>Align personal incentives with organizational goals and drive meaningful outcomes.</li></ul> <p><strong>Required Skills and Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Knowledge of methodologies relating to Software Delivery and Agile techniques.</li><li>Familiarity with integration tools (e.g., APIs: RESTful, SOAP) and database management.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eagerness to learn.</li><li>Effective communication and collaboration abilities.</li><li>A rich background of experience with ERP Software delivery</li></ul></span> <br/><strong>About Infor</strong><br/>Infor is where ambition meets impact. Join a global community of bold thinkers and innovators, where your expertise doesn’t just solve problems. it shapes industries, unlocks opportunities, and creates real-world impact for billions of people. At Infor, you’re not just building a career. you’re helping to build what’s next.<br/>Infor is a global leader in business cloud software products for companies in industry specific markets. Infor builds complete industry suites in the cloud and efficiently deploys technology that puts the user experience first, leverages data science, and integrates easily into existing systems. Over 60,000 organizations worldwide rely on Infor to help overcome market disruptions and achieve business-wide digital transformation.<br/>For more information visit <a href="https://www.infor.com/">www.infor.com</a><br/><br/><br/> <strong>Our Values</strong><br/>At Infor, we strive for an environment that is founded on a business philosophy called <a href="https://www.kochinc.com/about/business-philosophy">Principle Based Management</a>™ (PBM™) and eight Guiding Principles: integrity, stewardship &amp; compliance, transformation, principled entrepreneurship, knowledge, humility, respect, self-actualization.<br/>We have a relentless commitment to a culture based on PBM™. 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