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Job Title
Analyst Programmer
Location
Cheaney Dr, Northampton NN4, UK
Salary
£45,000-50,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Closing Date
28 August 2026
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About the Job
About Yusen Logistics
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
www.yusen-logistics.com/
Role Overview
We are looking for an Analyst Programmer in our Grange Park 2 site, working remotely up to 4 days per week, subject to business requirements.
As an Analyst Programmer, you will be responsible for the ongoing development and support of operational solutions, utilising RPG IV development stack, within our business critical AS400/iSeries applications. This includes our warehouse management systems, WMi and Opus, and our transport management system, ESPv8.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support
a. Provide technical support to solutions which have been developed in-house on the AS400/iSeries platform.
2. Solution Design
a. Evaluate customer needs and requirements.
b. Present proposed, costed options.
c. Document programme development and solution, required to meet requirements
d. Ensure that any issues with meeting expectations are communicated both within Yusen Logistics business and to the customer in a timely manner.
3. Development
a. Use RPG IV/Free Format and SQL, to develop and modify required programmes to meet the operational objectives
b. Continuously look to improve processes and procedures to drive efficiency and improvement in business operation and customer service.
4. Testing
a. Conduct all phases of testing from unit test, integration testing, to assisting user acceptance testing.
b. Troubleshooting, debugging, and rectification.
What You Will Bring To The Role:
• A level in Mathematics, English and Science subject.
• Computer Science highly preferable.
• Extensive and demonstrable experience in the following technologies:
• RPGIII, RPGIV, RPG ILE, RPG Free Format, Query/400 SQL/400
• Able to develop applications and solutions to deadlines and requirements
• Worked on several development projects and are fully conversant with the SDLC and associated tools
• Experienced at analysing and debugging code with an eye to making improvements
• Skilled in the production of scope and functional specification documents
• Commercial awareness and able to provide input to the production of cost/benefit analysis.
• Excellent inter-personal skills – able to build a rapport at any level.
• Able to learn new systems quickly.
• At ease working under pressure to cost and time deadlines
What We Offer
• Base salary of £45,000-50,000
• Pension scheme – 6 % matched employer contribution
• Comprehensive private family health cover
• 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays)
• 5 days Volunteer Leave per year
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Up to 10 days international remote working*
• Health cash plan
• Critical Illness Cover
• On Site Mental health First Aiders
• MyStrength Wellbeing App
• Free online Fitness Platform i.e. Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• Employee benefits i.e. Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service, Health Cash Plan, Karo Health.
• Tailored development and career opportunities
Why Join Us?
At Yusen Logistics you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, work alongside talented professionals, and grow your career in an environment that values innovation, accountability, and collaboration.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position
In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.
#LI-JZ1
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
www.yusen-logistics.com/
Role Overview
We are looking for an Analyst Programmer in our Grange Park 2 site, working remotely up to 4 days per week, subject to business requirements.
As an Analyst Programmer, you will be responsible for the ongoing development and support of operational solutions, utilising RPG IV development stack, within our business critical AS400/iSeries applications. This includes our warehouse management systems, WMi and Opus, and our transport management system, ESPv8.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support
a. Provide technical support to solutions which have been developed in-house on the AS400/iSeries platform.
2. Solution Design
a. Evaluate customer needs and requirements.
b. Present proposed, costed options.
c. Document programme development and solution, required to meet requirements
d. Ensure that any issues with meeting expectations are communicated both within Yusen Logistics business and to the customer in a timely manner.
3. Development
a. Use RPG IV/Free Format and SQL, to develop and modify required programmes to meet the operational objectives
b. Continuously look to improve processes and procedures to drive efficiency and improvement in business operation and customer service.
4. Testing
a. Conduct all phases of testing from unit test, integration testing, to assisting user acceptance testing.
b. Troubleshooting, debugging, and rectification.
What You Will Bring To The Role:
• A level in Mathematics, English and Science subject.
• Computer Science highly preferable.
• Extensive and demonstrable experience in the following technologies:
• RPGIII, RPGIV, RPG ILE, RPG Free Format, Query/400 SQL/400
• Able to develop applications and solutions to deadlines and requirements
• Worked on several development projects and are fully conversant with the SDLC and associated tools
• Experienced at analysing and debugging code with an eye to making improvements
• Skilled in the production of scope and functional specification documents
• Commercial awareness and able to provide input to the production of cost/benefit analysis.
• Excellent inter-personal skills – able to build a rapport at any level.
• Able to learn new systems quickly.
• At ease working under pressure to cost and time deadlines
What We Offer
• Base salary of £45,000-50,000
• Pension scheme – 6 % matched employer contribution
• Comprehensive private family health cover
• 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays)
• 5 days Volunteer Leave per year
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Up to 10 days international remote working*
• Health cash plan
• Critical Illness Cover
• On Site Mental health First Aiders
• MyStrength Wellbeing App
• Free online Fitness Platform i.e. Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• Employee benefits i.e. Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service, Health Cash Plan, Karo Health.
• Tailored development and career opportunities
Why Join Us?
At Yusen Logistics you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, work alongside talented professionals, and grow your career in an environment that values innovation, accountability, and collaboration.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position
In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.
#LI-JZ1
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