Manhattan Active / WMS Training Specialist

Overview

Remote
$80,000 - $120,000
Full Time
50% Travel

Skills

Manhattan
Trainer
Training
WMS
MAWM

Job Details

Must-haves:

  • 3 years of Trainer experience
  • 3 years of Curriculum Design experience
  • Preferred Manhattan Active WMS trainer experience

JOB DESCRIPTION:

YOUR ROLE
As a Trainer, you will be embedded with deployment teams to deliver hands-on training to warehouse and office staff, support end-user adoption, and provide operational expertise during system cutovers. You will work closely with Implementation Engineers, Process Super Users, and the Implementation Training Manager to translate complex systems and process changes into user-friendly training experiences. We are looking for an experienced Trainer to lead the development and delivery of all training materials, tools, and programs to support user adoption and operational readiness.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Training & Support

  • Build and maintain a standardized training curriculum aligned to Manhattan WMS/OMS capabilities and operational workflows.
  • Deliver hands-on training sessions for site operations and administrative staff using Manhattan IT System Stack.
  • Translate system and process documentation into practical, user-friendly instruction.
  • Provide on-site coaching and shoulder-to-shoulder support during go-live and ramp-up periods.
  • Guide users on day-to-day tasks such as receiving, picking, inventory management, and order fulfillment using the new systems.
  • Define role-based learning paths and system usage expectations for each user group.

Deployment Readiness & Issue Resolution

  • Serve as a first line of support for user questions and issues during and after go-live.
  • Identify and escalate system issues or knowledge gaps to the appropriate teams.
  • Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and validate training effectiveness through floor-level observation.

Continuous Improvement

  • Capture feedback from each deployment to enhance training materials and improve future rollouts.
  • Maintain a library of updated training documents, including SOPs, work instructions, quick reference guides, and e-learning modules.
  • Ensure training aligns with commitment to operational excellence and safety.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma required; associate or bachelor s degree preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in warehouse operations, training, or systems support.
  • Experience with Manhattan WMS systems (Manhattan Active preferred) and logistics processes is highly desirable.
  • Prior involvement in technology or process rollouts is strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to train and support a variety of audiences.
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, hands-on warehouse environments.
  • Clear communicator with the ability to simplify complex topics.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint and Excel); familiarity with learning tools a plus.
  • Willing and able to travel extensively to deployment sites across North America.
  • Strong preference for bilingual candidate able to conduct training in Spanish and English

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive salary and travel compensation.
  • Full suite of benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Opportunities to grow within a global logistics leader.

Location:
Remote, preferably in Indianapolis, IN / 50 75% Travel Required (North America)

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