Warehouse Management Analyst

Kforce has a client in Monterey, CA that is seeking a Warehouse Management Analyst for a fully onsite, direct hire opportunity. Responsibilities:

• Serve as the functional business owner for DCX, CORS, and InfoShip across distribution center operations
• Analyze warehouse business processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, and customer service
• Evaluate operational metrics, system performance, and workflow data to identify trends and recommend strategic process improvements
• Develop business cases and recommendations for system enhancements, automation, and operational efficiencies
• Lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives that improve productivity while reducing operating costs
• Design, configure, and maintain warehouse system workflows including receiving, put-away, replenishment, inventory control, wave planning, order allocation, picking, packing, shipping, and returns
• Evaluate business requirements and determine appropriate system configurations that support operational objectives
• Recommend changes to system functionality, workflows, and operational processes based on changing business needs
• Oversee testing, validation, and implementation of new system functionality, software upgrades, and operational enhancements
• Maintain system configuration standards and governance documentation
• Lead warehouse system implementations, upgrades, and business process improvement initiatives
• Serve as the primary liaison between Distribution Operations, Information Technology, software vendors, and business stakeholders during project planning and execution
• Develop project plans, coordinate testing activities, manage implementation timelines, and ensure successful adoption of new functionality
• Participate in strategic planning for future warehouse technology initiatives
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five or more years of experience supporting or administering Warehouse Management Systems in a high-volume distribution environment
• Experience configuring and optimizing WMS applications such as DCX, CORS, InfoShip, Manhattan, Blue Yonder, SAP EWM, or similar platforms
• Experience leading cross-functional business improvement initiatives
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations including receiving, inventory management, replenishment, order fulfillment, transportation, and shipping
• Working knowledge of SQL, Excel, and business reporting tools
• Excellent communication, presentation, and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex operational problems and develop effective business solutions
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent recommendations affecting business operations
• Ability to walk warehouse floors and observe operational processes for extended periods
• Regular presence within warehouse operations to evaluate workflows and support implementation activities
• Occasional evening or weekend work during major implementations, peak operational periods, or system upgrades
• Travel to other company distribution facilities as business needs required

• Project Management certification or Lean Six Sigma certification
• Experience leading WMS implementations or major system upgrades
• Experience managing vendor relationships and third-party software providers
• Experience with ERP, EDI,Transportation Management Systems, and warehouse automation technologies
• Experience supporting multiple distribution facilities