Senior Programmer/Analyst

Desmond Lobo

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Programmer Analyst / Project Manager

Innovative and talented Programming Analyst with over 17 years experience. Combines excellent technical qualifications with achievements in quality improvement and project management. Proven ability to develop procedures to streamline and improve operations while enhancing system applications. Quickly identifies problem areas and implements effective solutions to meet corporate goals. Skilled in information systems management, analysis, troubleshooting, testing, documentation, internal control procedures, system and program security, hardware and software installation, applications and program management & technical support. Progressed through analytical and applications work to Project management position which including site training of employees. Assisted in the implementation of in-house custom software and enhancements to purchased software and vendor provided software releases.

Recent Accomplishments

Completed major product release, meeting very aggressive and externally committed schedule and budget. Optimized existing code by identifying and rewriting inefficient subroutines, reducing processing time by over 20%. Created detailed project plan with well-defined tasks, milestones, client sign-offs, test cycles, and specifications, which served to communicate project progress to management. Set up test environment and pilot-tested interface designs with financial staff, ensuring that final design met users' needs.

Professional Experience

Jarden Consumer Solutions , Boca Raton, Florida 2007 to 2009

Senior Programmer/Analyst

Responsible for actively participating in the design, development, release and maintenance of ERP Systems experience working with JD EDWARDS(Oracle). I worked closely with internal customers, colleagues and all stake holders to identify information requirement for strategic, tactical and operational business opportunities both within existing and new computing architectures to improve business processes and support critical initiatives, while educating these customers on the use of information technology. My limitations were not only to ERP Systems. I worked closely with International IT counterparts to promote a collaborative environment designed to foster knowledge sharing, cross-functional application development and support standardized business processes and systems platforms. I participated in a business application delivery and systems integration team charged with achieving optimum integration of global business systems and data, including migration to enterprise infrastructure and evolving technologies.

Gate Petroleum Inc , Jacksonville, Florida 2000 to 2007

Programmer/Analyst III

Reviewed, analyzed and modified programming systems including encoding, testing, debugging and installing to support the organization's application systems. Consulted with users to identify current operating procedures and clarified program objectives. Authored documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, and corrections. Wrote manuals for users to describe installation and operating procedures. Served as project lead, process owner, and programmer analyst in a dynamic technical environment requiring continuous application of new skill sets to support and link multiple platforms which included NT & ISERIES.

• Implemented the automation process of forms for invoices & statements using the processes of faxing and emailing which resulted in a huge savings and cutting down of operation costs. Also responsible for automation of forms for Payables and Receivables by integrating multiple software packages Infinium (SSA GLOBAL) and Resolutions (ADOBE)

• Designed and debugged custom financial routines including account adjustments & statement processing. Wrote custom programs tp customize existing software for packages like JDEDWARDS(ORACLE) and INFINIUM(SSA GLOBAL)

• Accomplishments included Project Manager responsible for the launching and implementation of the Time keeping system (KRONOS) in several of our remote locations, wrote customizations for integration with Infinium.

Stein Mart, Jacksonville, Florida 1998 to 2000

Programmer/Analyst

Analyzed, reviewed, and rewrote programs, using workflow chart and diagram, applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic. Compiled and wrote documentation of program development and subsequent revisions. Wrote custom programs for finance and managerial reporting. My responsibilities includes upgrades and customization for Oracle(JDE World Software)

Keane, Atlanta, Ga 1997 to 1998

Consultant

Served as a consultant and upgrade specialist for JD EDWARDS (ORACLE) product in the

South East region

• Performed Custom database design, analysis, coding, and testing of programs for various batch and on-line functions as well as unit and user support, acceptance testing, screen generation, system maintenance, production support and documentation.

Jacksonville Port Authority, Jacksonville, Fl 1995 to 1997

Senior Systems Analyst/Supervisor

Developed and integrated technologies to support operational and financial needs. Designed software applications, developing and executing test plans and documenting development process.

• Responsibilities included upgrades on the AS400 with migration from a Sisk system to the advanced 400 Risk System

• Administration and Technical support For Novell 3.12 and 4.1

• Interfacing Of Oracle-People Soft World with BPICS and custom programming to

• support financial and operational needs

Barnett Recovery Corporation, Jacksonville, Fl 1988 to 1995

Acting Department Manager/Senior Systems Administrator

Wrote logical and physical data base descriptions including location, space, access method, and security. Trained users and answered questions. Tested, corrected errors, and modified changes to programs and to data base. Established and calculated optimum values for data base parameters, using manuals and calculator.

• Primary responsibilities included maintenance and upgrades on the AS400. Financial reporting for business needs using Query, Cobol and CL. System Backup and Recovery including Security and Administration.

Number One Parts Inc, [ Forest Park, Ga] 1997 to 1988

Senior Systems Operator ]

Operated computer help desk assisting users with problems and solutions. Performed hardware and software support and installation on the AS400. Maintained data security and ensured the integrity of any information added to the database. Performed troubleshooting of computer systems and related equipment. Performed full system tape backups and emergency tape recoveries.

• Performed troubleshooting of computer systems and related equipment. Performed software and hardware upgrades.

Milner Business products, Atlanta,GA 1986 to 1987

Service Coordinator

SERVICE coordinator for Lanier Telephones and Dictation equipment.

• Responsibilities included setting up service contracts, dispatching and billing

• System Backup and Recovery

• Adhoc reporting for the Sales and Service manager

Education

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

minor in Aeronautical Engineering

Additional Skills

• TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• Languages COBOL & RPG 1V, CL

• Databases Relational databases, SQL Server, Oracle,

• Software Object Oriented Analysis, Design, Programming, Testing

• Oracle(JD Edwards) SSA Global (Infinium) & Kronos

• Platforms Windows NT & ADVANCED ISERIES

• Applications Microsoft Office, Excel

• SUMMARY OF STRENGTHS

• Effective Forecasting & Planning

• • Negotiation

• • Communication

• • Target Achievement

• • Problem Solving

• Analysis & Coding

• Relentless Pursuit of Perfection

• • Relationship & Team Building

Training

FORMS, [ ADOBE] TECHNICAL FOUNDATIONS, WORLDWRITER,FASTR (ORACLE), TIMEKEEPER(KRONOS), TURNOVER, SHOWCASE

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