Senior Systems Administrator - Distribution Centers

Job ID: 289527
Location Name: Perryman Distribution Center
Address: 531 Chelsea Road, Perryman, MD 21130, United States (US)
Job Type:
Position Type: Regular
Job Function: Distribution Center
Work Location: Perryman Distribution Center, Perryman, Maryland or Alternate DC Location/Remote Consideration

Belong to Something Beautiful  

At Sephora, beauty is about feeling seen, valued, and empowered, individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, unlocking your potential, and making a difference every day. Together, we belong to something beautiful. 

Your role at Sephora:
As a Senior Systems Administrator, for the Planning and Engineering Department you will be responsible to support our DC network to identify, resolve, and maintain production systems settings and configurations, to include auditing, research, and analysis. Reporting to the Director of Industrial Engineering, you will utilize a thorough knowledge of the local DC operational to system processes to ensure DC Operations is educated as needed to prevent recurring issues. In addition, you will:

• Leverage extensive Logistics Operational Process knowledge, WMS systems knowledge, and advanced Development and Troubleshooting skills to resolve complex Logistics business needs
• Leverage extensive Logistics end-to-end Operational Process knowledge and automated systems knowledge (WES, WCS, WCS, Parcel Shipping, etc.) to quickly resolve complex Logistics business incidents involving integration between systems
• Development and implementation of SQL to provide scripting and data collection requests
• Conduct regular system User audits for internal and external compliance and accuracy
• Assess system performance of all DC Systems and provide suggestions for continuous performance improvements
• Perform detailed analysis of Logistics business opportunities to design and implement quality and innovative reporting solutions
• Work with IT WMS Support Team and Operations Management Team to understand and develop new business requirements, and ensure designed solutions support established Operational processes and initiatives – provide constructive feedback as required
• Leverage expertise to partner with Engineers and Reporting Specialist on best methods to build and implement effective reporting tools

We’re excited about you if you have:

• 8+ years of technical and operational experience in WMS Systems including development & support of Warehouse Management Systems
• Experience with, and knowledge in, the following:
  • SQL (Oracle & MySQL), PL/SQL
  • LextEdit, oracular Moca clients, Winmsql
  • SQL with JDA/BY table structures
  • Jira, Confluence
  • Windows 11, Windows Server 2019 or later, RHEL6 or later
  • Moca development, Data Driven Applications (DDA), Reporting platforms, Web Visibility
  • ThoughtSpot
  • Interfaces with Order Management and Middleware Systems
  • Common Microsoft Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, OneNote, Teams)
  • Hands-on AI configuration and use (Claude, NOVA, Copilot, PowerAutomate, etc.) for analysis and productivity gains
  • Strong drive for continuous improvement and advancement of technical skill sets
• Possess a working knowledge of DC operational practices and procedures, and a good understanding of Supply Chain and WMS concepts
• Experience working with Omni-channel, Dotcom, and Retail DC systems and Operations
• Possess proven experience working directly and collaboratively with DC Operations with capacity to build effective relationships with personnel at all levels

What You’ll Get: 

The annual base salary range for this position is $113,900.00 - $127,300.00. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. Individuals employed in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses. This job will be posted for a minimum of 5 days.

• Caring Community . Thrive in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment from your leaders while also creating that same environment for your teams!
• Fulfilling Path . We invest in you, not just your role, with opportunities to learn, innovate and lead.
• Meaningful Work . Your work creates real impact. With every decision leading to thousands of shipments, you bring beauty to life for our clients.

Rewards as Unique as You: 

Some benefits have eligibility requirements and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 

• Health . Thrive on and off the floor with healthcare plans that fit the needs of you and your family, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Sephora also fully covers our employees’ disability and life insurance.
• Wealth . We offer a competitive 401k with 4% match as well as FSA and HSA programs. We also offer a Student Debt Retirement plan, where your student loan payments qualify to earn the 401k match from Sephora.
• Balance . Enjoy paid time off, sick paid time off, and protected leave.
• Growth . We invest in you, with access to development programs, tuition reimbursement, and mentorship so that you can flourish in this fast-paced role.
• Perks . Love what you do, love what you get! Enjoy 30% discount on all merchandise/services, opportunities for free product or “gratis,” and flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products.
• Support . Join a team that truly cares – with free mental health and financial coaching resources with 24/7 access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse. Plus, volunteer and donation matching.

Sephora values a diverse and inclusive workplace and considers all applicants without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), age, religion, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. Sephora is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or other medical conditions. 

Sephora will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act. 

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