28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016
Why Valmont
We’re Here to Move the World Forward.
Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.
Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today . We are the modern workforce . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.
The main function of this Individual Contributor position is to optimize, standardize, and leverage the functionality of the ERP and other Business Systems, integrating them into business processes to achieve improved efficiency for all stakeholders. Key activities include estimation of effort, requirements analysis and documentation, development and execution of testing plans, preparation of training documentation, and support for end-user training. The incumbent will actively participate in all aspects of the SDLC process and recommend opportunities for IT process improvements, collaborating across the Global IT organization as needed.
The IT Business Analyst will be assigned scope in one of the following application areas: ERP, CRM, HR/FIN, IT, PLM, Production Support, RPA, TMS (others may be added as needs arise).
It is essential to embody Valmont’s core values of Passion, Integrity, Continuous Improvement, and Delivering Results while cultivating a workplace where employees feel valued, trusted, understood, and respected.
Reports to the Manager – IT Applications; no direct reports.
Requires up to 25% travel (domestic/international), including overnight stays.
Flexible schedule, with some overlap with US core team hours (7 am–5 pm CST).
Provide leadership in the use of Information Technology to become a trusted advisor to the business.
Monitor industry trends, standards, and technologies to recommend and apply emerging tools.
Follow company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance and protect data.
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, analyze, and document functional requirements.
Develop and validate testing plans; conduct user testing; coordinate UAT.
Prepare documentation and train end users/stakeholders.
Participate in cross-functional projects with broad organizational impact.
Provide support activities escalated from the support team.
Write supporting documentation such as release notes and help articles.
Actively engage in all aspects of the SDLC.
Recommend process improvements in both business and IT functions.
Bachelor’s degree + 5 years relevant experience, OR Associate’s degree + 7 years relevant experience, OR 9+ years of relevant experience.
5+ years in a manufacturing or logistics/distribution environment.
Understanding of enterprise business systems architecture, project management, and manufacturing principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
Collaborative team experience.
Proven analytical and evaluative abilities.
Strong initiative, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Experience with ERP software (IFS, QAD, Sage, SAP).
Specialized Module Experience (select based on role):
Distribution: Experience with IFS Distribution module.
Finance: Experience with IFS Finance module; Experience with IFS Costing.
Manufacturing: Experience with IFS Manufacturing module; Experience with IFS Parts, BOMs, and Routings data.
Experience with ERP implementation.
Experience working with tools such as Azure DevOps or JIRA.
Business analysis certifications (IIBA, PMI) or business-related certifications (APICS).
Ability to present ideas in business- and user-friendly language.
Strong attention to detail and customer service orientation.
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Benefits
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [email protected].
