CAREERS

Job Description: 

We are seeking a junior software developer with an education in Computer Science, and preferably 1-2 years of development experience.  You will have the opportunity to join a development team that enhances and maintains our industry software solutions, and learn multiple development languages.  

Requirements: 

Must have proven programming skills which include: 

• Software development experience
• Strong customer focus and effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Desire to learn our customer's business

Ideal Programming experience:

• RPG Programming
• SQL
• PHP
• JavaScript, HTML, CSS
• Source Code Management
• Data Base Management
• Degree in Computer Science or similar major.

All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

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Job Description:

We are seeking a new or experienced Web Developer to work on the creation of new, enterprise level applications as well as the maintenance of existing applications. We are looking for a high energy, self-starter who loves to create usable applications in an individual or team environment.

Requirements:

• A passion for web technology
• 1-2+ years of web development experience
• JavaScript fluency (beyond jQuery)
• SQL skills
• Code samples to document your involvement in significant prior projects

Bonus Points for:

• ExtJS / Sencha JavaScript frameworks
• SVN / Git
• Auto-testing (unit testing, selenium, mocha, jUnit, etc)
• Apache / Nginx
• Linux devops
• IBM iSeries / DB2
• PHP frameworks like Laravel or Zend
• Working with big data and writing high performance, scalable applications
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, manage work and report status in order to meet critical timelines

Web Architecture you'll be working with:

• Roughly 50/50 backend and frontend work
• Lots of JavaScript MVC with Sencha ExtJS
• Some PHP with Zend Framework
• Java web services with Spring Framework
• Terabytes of data in IBM DB2, MySQL, PostgreSQL & MS SQL Server
• Apache & Tomcat servers

All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

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Job Description:

The ideal candidate will be innovative, customer focused, self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision. VIP Software Developers work with our existing suite of software applications. Developers are responsible for creating new programs, enhancing existing programs by adding features, coding interfaces and fixing software bugs.

The successful candidate will have practical programming experience in RPG, knowledge of programming best practices, and have the ability to work in a high energy environment. As a Software Developer you work with a team of programmers who improve the features and stability of existing applications. You are assigned programming changes as a unit of work. Changes are identified by our customers and are related to minor enhancements, fixes to bugs, customization of software or interface (data extracts).

• Review request and clarify requirements with customer or service team
• Estimate coding effort and approximate due date
• Identify best programming language and code to satisfy requirements
• Make coding changes in appropriate source controlled environments
• Document programming changes and outline of testing protocol
• Release code to QC for creation of distribution
• Be available to support the coding changes as a Tier 3 resource to Customer Support

Requirements: 

• RPG programming experience
• Experience in the creation and maintenance of computer programs and control of languages
• Strong customer focus
• Effective oral & written communication
• Experience with financial applications, business applications, or data extracts
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to remain on task in a kinetic environment
• Desire to learn our customer’s business
• Willing to be on-call support for applications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 5+ years related experience, or equivalent combination of education & experience. 

All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

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Job Description:
The role of Data Quality Analyst is an integral role in our rapidly growing company. This is an excellent opportunity for intelligent, outgoing, and self-motivated persons seeking rapid professional development and acquisition of new business skills. You must possess the ability to look critically at trends. Make conclusions and implement practical real-world solutions. The position requires working closely with our beverage distributor and supplier customers to solve problems. You'll be responsible for monitoring data quality by using analytical tools to ensure that information is accurate. As their go-to person, you'll provide support and offer guidance and direction on the proper use of their reporting systems. Team members must develop strong, positive, constructive relationships with assigned customers and form a balance between analytics’ and customer support. 

Requirements: 

• Strong communication skills
• Highly organized
• Analytical
• Goal Oriented
• College preferred but not required

All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

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Job Description:

The Successful software specialist must enjoy working with others, be a fast learner, have excellent technical diagnostic skills, and enjoy a fast-paced environment.  We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who can handle multiple tasks and be committed to customer satisfaction.  Knowledge of the distribution industry is a plus. 

• Deal directly with customers either by phone, electronically, or face to face
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries in a professional manner
• Handle and resolve customer complaints
• Obtain and evaluate all relevant information to handle inquiries and complaints
• Direct requests and unresolved issues to the designated resource
• Serve as liaison between the customer and various departments
• Keep records of customer interactions and transactions
• Record details of inquiries, comments and complaints
• Record details of actions taken
• Communicate and coordinate with internal departments
• Follow up on customer interactions

Job Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills - verbal & written
• Strong ability to problem solving and problem analysis
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Detail oriented and ability to maintain data confidentially
• Reliable & dependable
• Ability to multi-task under pressure

All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

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Job Description:

The Item Catalog Data Specialist plays a critical role in the ongoing maintenance of a comprehensive catalog of packages and brands that VIP has created for the Beverage Industry. This entry-level position is responsible for monitoring a group of assigned accounts (beverage suppliers & distributors), and assist them in adding content to the Item Catalog that meets a set of data quality rules.

• Validate and ensure data quality and accuracy on an ongoing basis
• Populate and maintain individual items, brands, and their attributes within the item catalog based on a set of established business rules
• Monitor incoming data requests and assist customers in uploading and downloading data from the catalog
• Assist in documenting data creation and maintenance procedures

Job Requirements:

• High level of attention to detail and ability to prioritize work
• Speed and proficiency on a standard keyboard
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and others inside the company to solve problems
• Ability to work independently
• Exposure to Excel and related business applications
• Ability to learn and become proficient with unfamiliar systems
• College preferred but not required

All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced .NET Application Developer to work on the creation of new, enterprise level applications as well as the maintenance of existing applications. We are looking for a high energy, self-starter who loves to create usable applications in an individual or team environment.

Requirements: 

• Be able to write re-usable, modular C#, .Net/.Net Core/MVC and JavaScript code
• Experience with jQuery, Bootstrap, HTML, CSS frameworks
• Understanding of OO design patterns and SOLID principles
• Knowledge of relational and non-relational data stores
• Experience building RESTful APIs with proper documentation and scalability in mind
• Experience consuming RESTful APIs and Web services to integrate web applications with server side systems
• Knowledge of web and API design principles, patterns and best practices
• Continuously broaden and deepen your skill set to solve new technical challenges
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or similar major

Desired Skills: 

• Experience with NET Core 
• Experience with Active Directory and LDAP 
• Experience with PostgreSQL and DB2 
• Knowledge of development and deployment tools; Jira, Git, Visual Studio, Jenkins, Swagger

All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

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VIP is seeking a Software Implementation Specialist to join the Installation Team. You’ll have hands-on project management, direct relationships with existing and new customers, and the ability to enhance our growing software packages.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to install, use and set-up the various components of VIP Solution Packages and Software
• Successfully understand VIP Software with the knowledge to install and train at VIP customer sites
• Installation Includes:  Preparatory data conversion and hardware set-up
• Training Includes:  On-site support and customer service to existing customers to include trouble shooting  issues, emphasizing training components, managing on-site software upgrades, and communicating with the Software Support Team as well as providing feedback to Development Teams

Requirements:

• Must be highly organized and detail-oriented
• Effective communication skills, both written and orally
• Provide effective teaching and training in a resourceful way
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as a team player
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects and customers
• A desire to learn new technologies and provide innovative ideas in the implementation team
• Knowledge of beverage distribution is a plus!
• 30% - 50% travel within the U.S

All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

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We are seeking an experienced IBM InfoSphere DataStage developer to work on the creation of a new, enterprise level ETL architecture. We are looking for a high energy, self-starter who loves to create reliable and efficient DataStage ETL jobs in an individual or team environment.

Requirements: 

• 2+ years’ experience with IBM InfoSphere DataStage
• Experience with popular DBMS systems such as DB2, MS SQL, Postgresql, Oracle
• Understanding of data modeling and data warehousing concepts
• Knowledge of relational and non-relational data stores
• Continuously broaden and deepen your skill set to solve new technical challenges
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Desired Skills: 

• Experience with Atlassian project management tools
• Experience with Active Directory and LDAP
• Knowledge of development and deployment tools; Git, Visual Studio, Jenkins, Swagger

All full-time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

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VIP is seeking a Warehouse Management Software Implementation Specialist to join the Installation Team. You’ll have hands-on project management, direct relationships with existing and new customers, and the ability to enhance our growing software packages.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to install, use and set-up the various components of VIP Solution Packages and Software
• Successfully understand VIP Software with relationship to Warehouse Management
• Installation includes: Preparatory data conversion, hardware set-up with process improvement focus
• Training includes: on-site support during installation, as well as post-installation support with process improvement focus
• Provide excellent support and customer service to existing customers to include trouble-shooting issues, emphasizing training components, managing on-site software upgrades, and communicating with Customer Support, as well as providing feedback to Development Teams

Requirements

• Warehousing and Logistics experience preferred
• Operational improvement experience and focus
• Knowledge of beverage distribution or food distribution is a plus!
• Experience and understanding in inventory control, distribution and routing
• Effective communication skills, both written and orally
• Provide effective teaching and training in a resourceful way
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as a team player
• 30-50% travel within the U.S.

 All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

 LOCAL APPLICANTS ONLY