IFS Functional Analyst

Job Title: IFS Functional Analyst

Location: Hybrid

Department: IT / ERP Systems

Reports To: ERP Manager / Head of IT

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

The IFS Functional Analyst is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and enhancing the organization’s IFS ERP system. This role bridges business processes and technology — translating business requirements into functional solutions within IFS. The analyst will collaborate with users, technical teams, and vendors to ensure the ERP system optimally supports operational needs and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary functional expert for IFS ERP modules (e.g., Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Projects, HR, Maintenance, or others as applicable).

  • Analyse business processes, identify improvement opportunities, and configure IFS modules accordingly.

  • Work with business stakeholders to gather and document requirements for new functionalities, integrations, and enhancements.

  • Support system upgrades, patches, and new version implementations, including testing and training.

  • Troubleshoot functional issues, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate with IFS support or technical teams for resolution.

  • Create and maintain system documentation, process maps, and user guides.

  • Conduct training sessions and support end-users to ensure efficient system adoption.

  • Collaborate with developers on data migration, report building, and interface design.

  • Maintain compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and data integrity standards.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field.

Experience:

  • 3+ years of experience working with IFS ERP systems in a functional or business analyst capacity.

  • Experience configuring and supporting at least one core IFS module (IFS Finance, Manufacturing, SCM, or Maintenance).

  • Understanding of ERP processes and best practices.

  • Prior experience in system upgrades or IFS Cloud transition is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to translate business requirements into functional specifications.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Familiarity with SQL and reporting tools is a plus.

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Preferred Certifications

  • IFS Certified Functional Consultant (optional but desirable).

  • ITIL or other process improvement certifications (advantageous).

Jaay Marolia

IFS Recruitment Specialist
Ref:
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