Project Manager - WMS and Supply Chain Technology

Project Manager - WMS and Supply Chain Technology



Job Summary



We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager with a

strong background in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and supply chain

operations. This dedicated role will be responsible for overseeing and

driving projects primarily focusing on Maves/Scale implementations and

related initiatives, ensuring successful execution and alignment with

business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep

understanding of the warehousing domain and demonstrate a proven track

record of managing complex projects in the logistics and distribution

sector.



Key Responsibilities



- Project Leadership & Management:



- Lead and manage end-to-end WMS and related technology, focusing

on Maves/Scale implementations.



- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope definition,

resource allocation, timelines, and budget management.



- Serve as the primary point of contact for project team and

operations, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder

engagement.



- Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, developing

contingency plans and addressing challenges in a timely manner.



- Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and align

with business objectives and IT strategy.



- WMS & Supply Chain Expertise:



- Leverage strong WMS knowledge and hands-on experience

(preferably with platforms like Manhattan SCALE) to drive

project success.



- Possess a deep understanding of warehousing domain, including

order fulfillment, inventory management, materials handling, and

logistics processes.



- Collaborate with business owners, IT, and other stakeholders to

gather and analyze WMS requirements, translating them into

technical specifications.



- Communication & Collaboration:



- Effectively communicate project status, risks, and dependencies

to leadership, project teams, and business units.



- Facilitate strong cross-functional collaboration and maintain

healthy relationships with internal and external stakeholders,

including vendors.



- Work US hours to field calls and participate in meetings,

fostering seamless communication and responsiveness.



- Mentorship & Development:



- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members,

fostering their professional growth and development.



- Reporting & Documentation:



- Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress

reports, requirements documentation, and risk registers.



- Regularly report on project performance metrics and contribute

to process improvement initiatives.



Qualifications



- Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Supply Chain

Management, or a related field.



- 8+ years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on

WMS implementations within the supply chain/distribution management

space.



- Proven experience leading WMS implementation projects, preferably

with Tier 1 WMS like Manhattan SCALE.



- Deep understanding of warehousing operations and logistics

processes.



- Experience with project management tools such as ADO, ServiceNow, or

MS Project.



- Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and

leadership skills, including the ability to communicate with both

technical and non-technical teams.



- Strong analytical, problem-solving, risk management, and change

management skills.



- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage multiple projects

simultaneously, and prioritize effectively.



Preferred Experience



- Experience with specific WMS platforms such as Manhattan SCALE,

Maves WMS, Blue Yonder (JDA), Oracle WMS, SAP EWM, or HighJump.



- Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and

related enterprise software solutions.



- Experience with Agile or Waterfall methodologies.