Technical Production Support Specialist
Marks and Spencer Foods | 3+ Years
Application Ownership & Management:
- Led the management of 12 business-critical applications, ensuring zero escalations and on-time project deliverables, leveraging Agile methodologies for streamlined execution.
- Administered key supply chain systems including JDA CKB, Quantum Retail, Duty Master, and Reference Data Approvals (RDA), driving operational continuity, system efficiency, and seamless business operations.
- Optimized and maintained supplier order processing systems such as Quantum Order Processing and JDA Space & Floor Planning tools, integral to MnS Foods’ SCM operations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define requirements and deliver solutions that directly aligned with strategic business goals.
- Spearheaded cross-functional teams during major system upgrades, minimizing disruptions and ensuring smooth transitions.
Operational Excellence & Monitoring:
- Managed and optimized batch processing systems handling 10,000+ daily transactions, ensuring system stability, accuracy, and timely processing.
- Proactively identified performance bottlenecks, implementing solutions to enhance system performance and maintain consistent uptime for mission-critical applications.
Incident Management & Troubleshooting:
- Conducted in-depth root cause analysis to swiftly resolve system issues, either independently or through collaboration with engineering teams.
- Provided timely progress updates to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with business objectives during issue resolution.
Process Improvement & Automation:
- Drove continuous process improvements to optimize application performance and reduce system downtime, contributing to enhanced user satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented maintenance strategies that significantly improved system reliability and business performance.
- Automated repetitive tasks using PowerShell and Python, reducing operational costs and increasing team efficiency.
- Streamlined troubleshooting procedures by creating detailed documentation, enhancing support team effectiveness and response time.
Collaboration & Lifecycle Participation:
- Played a key role throughout the system development lifecycle (SDLC), from gathering requirements to system implementation, ensuring all solutions met business needs and technical standards.
- Monitored and tested application performance, collaborating with developers to identify and resolve potential bottlenecks, optimizing the user experience.