WMS Implementation Lead

WMS Implementation Lead


100% Remote


Any visa is fine
2 rounds of interviews both virtual

Goal is to have these be onsite (Lisle) however open to remote for the right fit


Looking for someone with MAWM experience


The WMS implementation Manager will report into the Sr. Project Manager and be a part of a team responsible for the implementation of a tier 1 WMS and Labor Management system to replace our legacy system. In this position you will be responsible for developing a deep understanding of our current processes and providing leadership as we transform our network. This position will be based out of our Lisle, IL headquarters but will involve extensive travel as we implement this system across our ten Parts Distribution Centers (PDC) in North America.


Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Be a subject matter expert and lead a functional area within the WMS project (Inbound, Outbound, Labor Management/Slotting), providing end-to-end design in the business system for operations, fulfillment, warehouse, and transportation/logistics
• Be the "go to person" for any types of functionality and process issues/challenges, etc
• Collaborate with team members and leaders in the Aftersales Group to develop and execute on a cohesive plan to provide a finished product that is delivered on time, under budget and exceeds expectations
• Foster an atmosphere of teamwork, be a change agent developing and promoting a culture of standardization and continuous improvement (LEAN)
• Be an advocate/gate keeper of standard solutions and strong believer of "no customization approach"
• Champions master data integrity, working proactively with internal and external resources to establish best practices
• Develops, maintains, and implements detailed Standard Operating Procedures for all facets of the role
• Teach and support team members of our Parts Distribution Centers (PDCs) with training and onsite support during launch
• Provide overall solution governance to ensure global standardization (of business processes and solutions) for new projects, improvements, and break fixes
• Technology and architecture innovation: keep up to date on the latest developments in the logistics systems area including systems like Manhattan WMOS and other state of the art technologies including IOT, AI, Block Chain, Robotics, etc
• Develop a strong relationship with the system vendors, Parts Distribution leadership, and the IT team

Desired Skills:
• Experience with a tier 1 WMS implementation designing, building and configuring within the solution. Preferred experience with Manhattan WMS and Labor Management with warehouse automation (picking modules, put to light, etc)
• Operational leadership experience within a distribution center with experience leading, monitoring performance, coaching and process management
• Strong analytical and decision making with relentless and thorough follow-up skills
• Work well under pressure
• Ability to multitask and work in ambiguous situations
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Comfortable dealing with internal and external customers and working thru others not in your reporting structure
• Efficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Teams, Project