Senior Warehouse Management System Implementation Consultant

UNAVAILABLE; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job description

Overview

Aptean is changing. Our bespoke ERP solutions are transforming a huge range of global businesses, from food producers to manufacturers. In a world of generic enterprise software, we provide targeted solutions that bring together the very best technology and drive greater results. With over 3000 employees, 50 different products and a global client base, there’s no better time to advance your career at Aptean.

About the role:

Aptean Expands Warehouse Management Capabilities Through Acquisition of Indigo Software. Indigo WMS is a market leading warehouse management system, providing exceptional real-time control, visibility and function for your warehousing operations.

The role aims to deliver top-tier consultancy using various implementation methodologies, ensuring timely and relevant solutions. This is achieved by understanding the client’s expected value and benefits from their investment and delivering a solution that meets these expectations.

Your Responsibilities:

• Review and document client processes, recommending improvements aligned with the supply chain best practices within software constraints.
• Provide training to the project team and assist with documentation, testing, and scenario validation for project success.
• Define functional requirements for bespoke work and support the development team during testing and the development cycle.
• Collaborate with Product and Development teams on new functionality delivery.
• Assist with data setup for user acceptance testing and Go Live.
• Support the client during the Go Live process.
• Ensure a smooth post-implementation handover to support staff, maintaining ongoing client engagement.
• Offer backup guidance to the client’s support team for helpdesk issues.
• Assume Project Manager role when needed.
• Identify potential issues or exceptions and promptly notify the Project Manager/Principal Consultant.
• Complete the timesheet and administrative tasks accurately.

About You:

• 5+ years of experience in Warehousing, Distribution, or Logistics.
• Expertise in implementing warehouse management systems as a subject matter expert or key user.
• Strong understanding of supply chain concepts and business challenges.
• Eagerness to take on new challenges and learn emerging solutions and technologies.
• Experience in business process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel 30-40% of the time within the UK and occasionally abroad.

What’s in it for you?

We are a fast growing yet established global software company. As an employer, we can offer you growth and development opportunities to cement your career. Alongside this, we offer a welcoming and diverse team and culture, made up of talented individuals all working in collaboration!

Additionally, you will get:

• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private medical care
• Income protection scheme.

If you share our mindset, you can share in our success. To find out more about joining Aptean, get in touch today.