Business Applications Specialist

Job Description

Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company growing rapidly in a highly desirable industry, with a mission to be part of the solution to climate challenges and contribute to a better planet.

Heliene has taken the challenge to help the world reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, by striving to be a leader in renewable energy. We are a manufacturer of high efficiency and high-quality solar modules. Our modules are produced on state-of-the-art solar manufacturing lines in Ontario-Canada, Minnesota-USA, and at manufacturing partners around the world.

Customer First is more than a slogan. It’s the guiding principle of our business, a core value, and the cornerstone of our company culture.

We are looking for talented and motivated people that want to help us shape the solar industry. Under an experienced leadership team, we provide growth opportunities, intellectual challenge and a flexible, collaborative company culture.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries; paid time off; health, dental, vision and life insurance; as well as retirement plans.

Job Title:

Business Application Specialist

Position Status:

Full Time, Permanent, Exempt Position

Department:

Growth and Corporate Services

Supervision Received:

Director of IT

Supervision Exercised:

N/A

Location:

Date Posted:

Application Deadline:

Rogers, Minnesota

May 15, 2025

May 29, 2025

A.

Business Applications Support, Analysis, and Management

80%

B.

Other Duties as Assigned

20%

TOTAL

100%

The Business Applications Specialist has a pivotal role within the IT team and will be the primary liaison between IT and different business areas throughout the company. Reporting to the Director of IT, the Business Applications Specialist will be responsible for developing and applying in-depth business and technical knowledge to drive business results. This role supports Heliene’s strategic goals by maintaining high standards in customer service and product quality. Cross collaboration with the various different departments will be critical for this role, including Operations, Engineering, HR, and Maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

Liaison between IT and various business application SMEs & stakeholders.

Provide technical support for critical business applications that drive business results.

Conduct stakeholder meetings to document various critical Business Applications:

Customer Relationship Management (CRM), specifically Microsoft Dynamics

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), specifically Microsoft Business Central

Manufacturing Execution System (MES), specifically CamLine

Application Programming Interface (API) between ERP & MES

Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

Provide detailed systems analysis regarding the overall health of Business Applications, including gap analysis and necessary remediation recommendations.

Work with all aspects of the business to document critical Business Applications.

PM skills to document business applications and communicate changes to leadership.

Create presentations that clearly turn data into actionable information.

Build specific Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery protocols for Business Apps.

Design and execute business application UAT for App high-availability and redundancy.

Manage and resolve issues through detailed investigation and escalation as necessary.

Contribute to product development and documentation accuracy.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business administration, or a related field and three (3) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is required.

Working knowledge and experience with supporting and maintaining business applications, including ERP, CRM, MES, APIs, and/or MRP

Specific knowledge and experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (Camline) an asset

Active Directory user account management

Proficient with Desktop and Server support tools

External vendor management

Strategic Backup & Recovery design and execution

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient with Microsoft Software Suite

Must have valid driver's licence and reliable transportation, work onsite daily in Rogers, MN

Manufacturing background considered an asset

Business Analysis knowledge and experience considered an asset

Project Management Office experience considered an asset

Program Management experience considered an asset

Salary Range: $70,000 to $90,000 Annually

Benefits:

Employer paid employee medical & dental benefits

Co-pay for spouse/dependents

Performance Incentive

Life Insurance

401K match

Paid PTO

Paid sick days

Paid personal days

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to no later than 4:00 p.m. on May 29, 2025.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America.

Heliene is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization and is an equal-opportunity employer. Heliene invites and encourages applications from all qualified candidates from equity-deserving groups and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Currently, Heliene USA is not accepting applicants that require sponsorship.

Full-time

Hybrid remote