Enterprise Resources Planning Consultant

ERP Application Support Consultant (IBM i / AS400)

Role Overview

We are supporting a customer operating within a legacy manufacturing ERP environment who are looking for an experienced ERP Application Support Consultant to support and maintain a critical ERP platform as part of a long-term transformation programme.

This role will focus on the ongoing support, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational continuity of a legacy ERP system running within an IBM i / AS400 environment.

Experience with MAC-PAC ERP would be highly beneficial, however candidates with experience supporting similar manufacturing or MRP platforms will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and maintain a legacy manufacturing ERP platform
• Troubleshoot system, application, and user issues
• Provide day-to-day operational support across the ERP environment
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure platform stability and performance
• Support ongoing enhancements, integrations, and improvement activities
• Investigate incidents and resolve technical issues within the production environment
• Assist with reporting, data integrity, and system support activities
• Contribute to a wider long-term ERP programme

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting ERP or manufacturing systems within IBM i / AS400 environments
• Strong understanding of legacy ERP or MRP platforms
• Experience in application support, ERP support, or systems support roles
• Knowledge of IBM i, AS400, iSeries, or DB2 environments
• Experience working within manufacturing, supply chain, or distribution environments
• Strong troubleshooting and stakeholder communication skills

Desirable

• Experience with MAC-PAC ERP
• Exposure to MAPICS, BPCS, Infor XA, or similar manufacturing ERP systems
• Experience supporting legacy application integrations

Contract Details

• Outside IR35
• Remote working with infrequent UK travel
• Long-term programme engagement
• Immediate interview availability