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Job Title: Senior QAD Techno-Functional Consultant (AERP 2024)Experience: 8+ YearsLocation: Remote/FreelancingJob Summary:As a QAD Techno-Functional Consultant, your role at the Adaptive ERP (AERP) 2024 level shifts from being a "developer" to a "solution architect" who bridges the gap between traditional Progress 4GL and the new Agentic AI and No-Code/Low-Code paradigms. To lead the transition from legacy QAD (EE/SE) to the AERP 2024 ecosystem, leveraging Champion AI and Adaptive UX to drive "System of Action" business outcomes.Responsibilities:1. Strategic Functional Leadership- AERP 2024 Implementation: Lead end-to-end global implementations and migrations of QAD Adaptive ERP, specifically focusing on the latest 2024 enhancements. - Domain Expertise: Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least two core functional areas: Distribution, Manufacturing, or Financials, with specific expertise in AERP 2024's new Production Scheduling and Warehouse Management System (WMS). - AI Integration: Identify opportunities to deploy Champion AI agents for inventory optimization, costing analysis, and automated product classification.2. Advanced Technical Engineering- Modernization: Shift legacy Progress 4GL/ABL customizations to Non-Intrusive Customizations using the Integrated Customization Toolkit (ICT) and Adaptive Development. - Integration Architect: Design complex data flows using QXtend, QAD APIs, and Boomi/MuleSoft to connect QAD with external ecosystems. - Reporting & Analytics: Develop high-impact visualizations using Action Centers, KPIs, and the QAD Reporting Framework (QRF), ensuring real-time data visibility.3. Business Transformation & Mentorship- Process Optimization: Conduct "Current State vs. Future State" workshops to align business processes with AERP 2024 "best practices." - Change Management: Mentor junior consultants and lead user training for the Adaptive UX (HTML5) interface to ensure high adoption rates.Required Skills:- QAD Core: QAD Adaptive ERP (2020.1 – 2024), QAD EE, QAD SE, Adaptive UX. - Champion AI (Agentic AI), Advanced Scheduling, Embedded WMS. - Technical: Progress ABL (4GL), Linux/Unix, OpenEdge DB, SQL, ICT. - Integration: QXtend (Inbound/Outbound), REST/SOAP APIs, Boomi, EDI - Tools: Excelerator, Browse Development, QRF, MSW/PSW, Action CentersQualifications- Experience: Minimum 8 years in QAD consulting, with at least 3 years in Adaptive ERP/UX environments. - Certifications (Highly Preferred): * QAD Adaptive ERP Platform Developer. - QAD Cloud/AERP Functional Certification (Manufacturing or Financials). - Effective On-Boarding (EOB) Certification. - Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of regulated industries such as Automotive (MMOG/LE), Life Sciences (FDA compliance), or High Tech.