MARIA JESSICA LIM
**** ******* ***** ******, *** Jersey 08859 / 732-***-**** /
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OBJECTIVE: To work in a competitive firm where I can use my skills as a
Business Analyst in a challenging and productive environment,
as well as, achieve our mutual professional goals.
SUMMARY: Senior Analyst / Programmer / Developer with over 18 years
relevant experience. Six Sigma Green Belt certified since 2007.
Proven ability to multi-task and get projects completed within
schedule, at most efficient manner. Expertise on AS/400,
iSeries RPG/400/ILE environment, following the complete software
development life cycle, from systems investigation to technical
and user documentation. Experience working in various business
environments, financial, distribution, retail, manufacturing,
data warehousing, among others, both as team leader and member.
SOFTWARE: MS PROJECT, MS Office SUITE, MS VISIO, ALDON Change Management
Utility, Visual Basic, HTML, Pathfinder HAWKEYE, FAMAS/400, KBM
(DATA3) Manufacturing System, Mark Magic (Barcode Software),
RPG/400, ILE, CL/400, AS/400 SDA, AS/400 RLU, AS/400 Query,
AS/400 SEQUEL, LAWSON M3 Financials Ver7.2 & 8.1 (minimal)
Jessica Lim LLC (New Jersey) February 2009
- present
. Contract Business Analyst / Developer. Managing member of Jessica Lim
LLC.
. Provide remote or on-site systems analysis, development and support on
the AS/400 iSeries environment using RPG/400/ILE.
Linens 'N Things (Clifton, NJ) October 2007
- January 2009
. Sr. Programmer Analyst, reporting to the Executive Director of
Application Development. Core team member to work on Lawson M3
Financials (G/L, A/P, A/M) Version 7.2 to 8.1 upgrade.
. Minimized Lawson A/P upload errors by providing user visibility to verify
and correct data prior to actual upload. By extension, this reduced user
support time allocated for this task.
. Consolidated programs for credit card reconcilement while working with
the Trintech group.
. Developed comprehensive cash entries vs. G/L entries reconciliation
report, replacing multiple user ran queries, to help determine possible
discrepancies.
. Brought the Lawson software CTPs (critical transfer patches) up-to-date,
while coordinating with Lawson support system, as a requirement to the
version upgrade.
. Utilized Lawson I/O programs to develop interfacing tools to communicate
with both home grown and Lawson programs.
Cosmetic Essence, Inc. (Ridgefield / Holmdel, NJ) 2004 -
2007
. Programmer Analyst, reported directly to the Director of Technical
Services. Worked closely with users to determine process requirements.
. Spear headed implementation of using RPG modules in program development,
reducing programming redundancies and going forward, encouraged other
team members to follow same rule.
. Implemented systematic conversion of RPGIII codes into RPGIV and/or ILE
programs.
. Updated multiple processes to reduce redundant paperwork and allow more
real-time DATA3 file updates from user end. Applications include: Bulk
& F/G receipt Label generation, Pallet ID System.
. Project coordinator for the development and implementation of the
Warehouse Management System. This project increased user productivity by
at least 80%.
ANDIN International (New York City, NY) 2004
. Contract Programmer / Analyst, reported directly to the MIS Director.
. Completed significant work on the Buy & Sell module of the Purchase Order
system.
Hayward Pool Products, Inc. (Elizabeth, NJ) 2002 - 2003
. Programmer Analyst, reported directly to the Sr. Project Leader for Sales
Order Processing and Analysis, and worked closely with Customer Service
from both head and satellite offices.
. Reduced A/R by over 75% by implementing the Order & Detail Level
Incremental charges application.
. Reduced time allocated to creating individual credit memos to customers
by incorporating warranty costs at order creation.
. Reduced time to create order by using pre-defined reference files.
Minimized typographical errors.
. Eliminated order and commission duplication by providing up-to-date
information through Bill & Hold System.
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Fownes Brothers, Corp. (New York City, NY) 2001 - 2002
. Programmer Analyst, reported directly to the MIS Manager.
. Implemented executive payroll system utilizing encrypted data values.
. Eliminated redundant database and optimize shipment status with Import-
export traffic system.
. Provided accurate marketing and sales data with Inventory vs. Shipped
Items system
. Enhanced customer service with single entry Product Specifications &
Special Instructions system
. Reduced guesswork by automating Skid (cargo) volume assignment.
RCG Information Technology (New Jersey) 1996 - 2000
. Programmer Analyst Consultant, worked with various industry applications
using RPG / 400 / ILE in the iSeries / AS/400 environment.
. Proven ability to understand unique processes to client company assigned
to, in a short period, with minimal assistance.
. Clients included: Myron Manufacturing, Ferrari of North America,
CitiStreet (formerly Copeland Group of Companies), Volvo Cars - North
America, Mobil Chemicals
Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Manila, Phils) 1995 -
1996
. Assistant Systems Analyst, led 4 programmers to develop and maintain
Personnel Management related applications using RPG/400, CL/400 and
FOXPRO (for PC applications).
. Reduced payroll processing time by 90% with implementation of Provident
Fund Cash Advance System.
. Completed systems investigation & recommendation for an Integrated
Benefits Membership Monitoring system that will significantly enhance
employee benefits processing.
EDS, Thailand (Bangkok, Thailand) 1994 - 1995
. Programmer Analyst, reported directly to the Operations Manager.
. Acted as liaison for EDS technical group and various clients requiring
customization in the FAMAS/400.
. Wrote functional and technical specifications, as well as, tested system
modifications prior to implementation.
. Clients included: Whirlpool Limited, Grimm Carrier International, Pfizer
International, Honda Cars Thailand, Robert Bosch Limited
Central Bank of the Philippines (Manila, Phils.) 1991 -
1994
. Programmer
. Implemented the Integrated External Debt Monitoring System using RPG/400
and CL/400.
. Concentration on: Loan Approval, Interest Setting, Peso Blocking,
Assignment and Pre-termination, Relending Advance, File Maintenance
. Conducted a comprehensive study on the capabilities of OFFICEVISION/400,
and gave recommendation on whether to implement it within the company or
not.
Systems Packages, Inc. (Makati City, Phils.) 1989 -
1990
. Systems Engineer
. Implemented the STI (Systems Technology Institute) General Ledger and
Budget Monitoring system.
. Investigated and made recommendations for the development of the STI
Personnel Information System.
. Documented systems operations for the Manufacturers Hanover Trust S/34
system.
. Developed courseware for the STI Programming Fundamentals Course.
OTHERS: Asian Institute of Management (Makati City, Phils.) 1990 -
1991
. Administrative Staff for the Development Management programs
. Developed report programs and operated the ASADS (Alumni and
Student Applicants Database system).
EDUCATION: Masters in Business Administration (units earned), De La Salle
University, Manila Phils.
B.S. in Mathematics (major: Computer Science), University of
Santo Tomas, Manila Phils.
PROFESSIONAL: Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate (ASQ Certified since
2007)