Associate Manager – Logistics Technologies (JC-723)

Job Description :

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title:Associate Manager – Logistics Technologies
Reports to:Manager – Logistics Technologies
Business Unit/ Department:Information Technology
JOB PURPOSE:

The role is responsible for implementing Warehouse Management System (WMS) projects with technical specialists and stakeholders. Accountable for maintaining and supporting Warehouse and logistics systems by designing technical and functional configurations and troubleshoot WMS issues.

Responsible for overseeing training for WMS and logistics users, identify and implement automation opportunities in the Warehouse.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 
  • Ensure high availability of WMS
  • Leads the implementation of Warehouse Management System (WMS) projects in coordination with technical specialists and Business stakeholders
  • Resolves all technical issues including interface and integration issues to ensure high support to Warehouse
  • Develop and implement standard WMS operating procedures for Logistics Warehousing function
  • Align ERP implementation related to Logistics processes, strategy, goals & policies
  • Technical and Functional configuration design and WMS support & troubleshooting
  • Provide coaching, guidance and systems training to the Logistics team on the ERP & WMS based Logistics processes
  • Develop and standardize Logistics KPIs database for reporting and implement the same via BI platform
  • Provide leadership and support in WMS implementation and changes across all target warehouses
  • Support all key initiatives related to warehousing and logistics systems
  • Identifying opportunities for process improvement, automation, and innovation within the WMS environment and implementing necessary changes.
 
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION
  • Minimum Qualification: University Degree in computer applications OR Equivalent Experience
  • Minimum Experience:
  • 7+ years of experience
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience on Manhattan WMS (Current WMS at AKI)
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Job Specific

Project management

  • Lead application development projects related to WMS
  • Scope, plan, develop, organize, and manage WMS projects
  • Analyse process risks and inefficiencies and recommend process improvements
  • Maintain system and design documentation, and prepare materials for project reviews
  • Lead analysis and resolution of business problems associated with IT systems
  • Identify automation opportunities for process and system improvements

Technical and Functional support and guidance

  • Supervise and guide the maintenance of WMS systems
  • WMS Prod, QA DB Servers’ maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Manage and resolve day to day operational WMS application related issues
  • Support the Business users to test and implement any change on WMS
  • Work with WMS vendor for testing and confirming any development updates
  • Support WMS users on investigation on technical or process issues with the application
  • Provide technical support for the Warehouse handheld devices, RF Guns, wireless printers, etc. including configuration, updates, and troubleshooting

Generic Skills

  • Methodology, Coordination, Communication, Pro Active
  • Leadership (integrity, transparency, inspiration)
  • Strong organisational and problem solving skills
  • Communication skills – oral and written
FINANCIALS & DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY
  • Financial Scope: Design solutions with controlled expenses to fit in the Budget
  • Reporting Staff: None
  • Decision-Making Authority: Develop and modify reports, schedules, and any related matters for WMS Team
WORKING ENVIRONMENT & COMMUNICATION  
  • Working Environment: Office
  • Internal Relationships: GMs & Senior Management, IT, Warehouse Teams and WMS users
  • External Relationships: IT Suppliers, Contractors, Consultants
  
DISCLAIMER 
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Associate Manager – Logistics Technologies, and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. 

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Experience: 5- 10

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Job Overview
  • Published on: 2024-09-24
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Employment Status: No data
  • Experience: 5 to 10 year(s)
  • Job Location: No data
  • Gender: Any
  • Application Open: 2024-11-17
  • Application Deadline: 2024-11-17