Rifas Raja | IFS Techno-Functional Consultant

About

Professional Summary

Seasoned IFS Techno-Functional Consultant with over 7 years of experience, currently working at Culligan since 2018. Demonstrated expertise in PL/SQL development, data migration, reporting, integration projects, and functional consulting. Proficient in IFS ERP, Oracle, Power BI, and data tools. Strong ability to bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions with a hands-on approach to implementation, troubleshooting, and end-user support.

Skills

What I Work With

ERP & Functional Consulting

Integration

Data & Business Intelligence

Tools & Platforms

Experience

Work History & Key Projects

ERP Analyst

2018 — Present

Culligan · Dubai

Key projects:

End-to-End IFS Implementation
IFS Version Upgrade (Apps 9 to Apps 10)
Implementation of IFS WADACO and IFS MWO
Implementation of Dell Boomi Integrations
Implementation of Data Warehousing and Power BI

Technical Consultant

Developed and modified PL/SQL packages, order reports, and quick reports.
Designed and maintained custom reports using IFS Report Designer, Crystal Reports, and IFS Business Analytics reports.
Built data migration scripts using Excel interfaces and PL/SQL within IFS.
Created custom objects, menus, events, tabs, and roles/permission sets to meet business requirements.
Monitored background jobs and batch queue configuration; debugged and resolved bugs in the IFS application.

Integrations

Integrated IFS ERP with Salesforce CRM using Dell Boomi.
Integrated IFS ERP with Labware LIMS using Oracle Gateway.
Integrated IFS ERP with SharePoint using IFS Connect.

Functional Consultant

Provided consulting across IFS modules including Supply Chain Management, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Finance, and HR.
Gathered business requirements, wrote functional and technical specifications, and configured applications to meet organizational needs.
Conducted end-user training, unit testing, and user support.

Data Analyst

Designed complex SQL queries to manipulate large data sets.
Built dashboards and on-demand reports using Power BI.
Developed ETL packages in SSIS and cubes in SSAS with MDX queries.
Implemented dimensional models (Star & Snowflake schemas).
Managed installations for SQL Server, Power BI gateways, and other data tools.

Senior Programmer

2014 — 2018

Al Mulla Group · Fujairah

Led the design, development, and optimization of Oracle-based enterprise applications for performance, scalability, and maintainability.
Developed complex PL/SQL procedures, functions, packages, and triggers for business-critical processes across finance, supply chain, and manufacturing.
Customized and enhanced Oracle ERP modules to align with evolving business requirements.
Designed and implemented data migration strategies, ensuring data integrity during system upgrades.
Provided mentorship and technical guidance to junior developers.

Oracle Developer

2011 — 2014

Roadmap IT Solution · Chennai

Developed enterprise applications using Oracle Forms and Reports.
Wrote complex SQL queries and used PL/SQL collections, REF cursors, and BULK COLLECT to optimize performance.
Designed and developed stored procedures, packages, triggers, views, and indexes.
Handled end-to-end project responsibilities, including UI design and backend database architecture.

Bachelor of Engineering in IT

2006 — 2010

Annamalai University · Chidambaram

Cover Letter

Why I'm a Fit

I am currently working as an ERP Analyst at Culligan in Dubai, where I have been involved in IFS implementation, version upgrades, WADACO and MWO implementations, integrations, data warehousing, and Power BI projects. My responsibilities cover both technical and functional areas, allowing me to understand business requirements and translate them into practical and scalable ERP solutions.

My technical experience includes IFS development, PL/SQL, Oracle, IFS Report Designer, Crystal Reports, SQL, data migration, custom objects, events, menus, roles and permission sets, background job management, troubleshooting, and application support. I have also worked on integrations between IFS and systems such as Salesforce, Labware LIMS, and SharePoint using Dell Boomi, Oracle Gateway, and IFS Connect.

On the functional side, I have worked across Supply Chain Management, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Finance, and HR. I have experience gathering business requirements, preparing functional and technical specifications, configuring applications, conducting testing and end-user training, and providing ongoing support.

In addition, my experience in data analytics and business intelligence includes developing complex SQL queries, Power BI dashboards, SSIS ETL packages, SSAS cubes, MDX queries, and dimensional data models.

Earlier in my career, I worked extensively with Oracle-based enterprise applications, developing PL/SQL procedures, functions, packages, triggers, and supporting data migration, performance optimization, testing, deployment, and application maintenance.

I am confident that my combination of IFS technical knowledge, functional consulting experience, Oracle expertise, integration experience, and strong problem-solving abilities would allow me to make a valuable contribution to your organization. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my experience aligns with your requirements.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards,
Rifas Raja
IFS Techno-Functional Consultant
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Email: rifasraja@live.com
Phone: +971 56 657 0982

Contact

Let's Talk

Open to ERP, integration, and BI opportunities. Reach out any time.

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Hi, I'm Rifas Raja