APEX Developer

As our Business Systems ERP/DB Analyst (Oracle PL/SQL & APEX Developer), you will play a key role in the design, development, enhancement and support of our company-wide Oracle ERP platform, with a strong focus on Oracle PL/SQL development and Oracle APEX application delivery.

You will be responsible for building and maintaining robust database solutions, custom ERP extensions and APEX applications that deliver secure, scalable and high-performance business functionality, providing a first-class business systems support service with a proactive, customer- and business-focused approach.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Designing, developing and maintaining Oracle PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, triggers and SQL queries to support ERP processes and integrations.
• Developing, enhancing and supporting Oracle APEX applications, including UI/UX improvements, security, reporting and workflow automation.
• Designing and enhancing Oracle APEX user interfaces using HTML, CSS and JavaScript, including custom templates, dynamic actions, client-side validation and interactive components to improve usability and user experience.
• Supporting and evolving the new Oracle ERP system implementation, including customisations, data models, interfaces and reporting.
• Supporting business analytics and data extraction requirements, including legacy ERP data and other connected systems during and after transition.
• Performing system testing, regression testing and data validation, ensuring changes meet business and technical standards.
• Working closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into well-designed PL/SQL and APEX solutions.
• Contributing to database performance tuning, data quality, security and documentation best practices.

The role will report to the Business Systems & IT Director and will work closely with IT, business stakeholders and external partners to ensure Oracle-based systems are reliable, well-supported and aligned to business needs.

Do you have experience in Usability?, We are looking for a customer-focused, analytical professional who takes a structured and methodical approach to their work. You will be detail-conscious, organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities while remaining responsive to business needs.

You will be a strong communicator who listens carefully, builds trusted relationships and works collaboratively with colleagues and internal customers. A proactive problem-solver, you will take ownership of issues, communicate progress clearly and escalate risks where appropriate.

You will thrive in a team environment, valuing the contributions of others and working positively to deliver shared goals. Above all, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to customer service and continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

Task Management & Work Approach

• Methodical, detail-conscious and well organised
• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritise work in line with business needs
• Comfortable working across all phases of a project, clearly demonstrating progress throughout
• Proactive in escalating issues and risks appropriately

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Clear, structured communicator, both written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Able to explain customer needs and priorities to influence internal and external resources
• Skilled in translating business requirements into clear technical requirements
• Keeps stakeholders informed of progress, managing expectations effectively and communicating difficult messages clearly when needed

Problem Solving

• Highly analytical with the ability to thoroughly investigate application and system issues
• Experienced in identifying root causes and working with third-party support providers to resolve both symptoms and underlying issues
• Able to document problems clearly and methodically to support wider resolution

Teamwork & Customer Focus

• A team player who values collaboration and respects others' contributions
• Strong customer service orientation with a commitment to building positive, productive working relationships
• Focused on delivering a high-quality internal customer experience at all times

The Package

• Salary based on experience

• Up to 25 days' holiday, plus Bank Holidays

• Pension

• Company sick pay

• PHI (this is an incapacity benefit)

• Life insurance

• A discretionary performance related bonus based on business objectives and Company profitability

Founded in 1975 and headquartered just north-west of Cardiff, Sigma 3 Kitchens Ltd is a family-owned kitchen manufacturer, distributor and retailer with over 50 years of experience crafting high-quality kitchens. Today, it stands as the largest kitchen manufacturer in Wales, with a reputation built on exceptional product quality, craftsmanship and customer service. Sigma 3 is proud to be the UK's most trusted kitchen retailer on Trustpilot, with an outstanding rating of 4.9 out of 5 from more than 2,500 verified customer reviews. This recognition reflects the company's unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional customer experience at every stage of the journey. The business has undertaken a significant £20 million investment in a secondary manufacturing facility in Bridgend, alongside the modernisation of its existing factory in Llantrisant. Combined with continued investment in its people, systems and production capabilities, this expansion has effectively tripled manufacturing capacity, bringing total operational space to more than 200,000 square feet and reinforcing Sigma 3's position as a leading UK manufacturer. Sigma 3 currently sells kitchens through six of its own retail showrooms across South Wales and in Esher, Surrey, while also supplying its national brand, Masterclass Kitchens, to over 160 independent retailers across the UK. In addition, the company partners with both boutique and national housebuilders throughout Wales and the South-West. Every kitchen is designed and manufactured in Wales, ensuring that the company's continued national success supports the local economy.