Senior WMS Systems Analyst

Kuehne + Nagel AS; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Senior WMS System Analyst to enhance their Supply Chain capabilities. The role focuses on BlueYonder WMS application support, requiring deep functional expertise and the ability to translate business needs into effective system solutions. The ideal candidate will engage in both project and operational activities, ensuring optimal performance of warehouse management processes.

Benefits

Contributory pension plan

Employee assistance programme

Route 2 Rewards scheme

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with BlueYonder WMS.
• Understanding of warehouse operations and logistics.
• Experience in gathering business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze and document functional requirements.
• Lead system testing efforts including planning and execution.
• Troubleshoot functional issues in production environments.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Agile methodology

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior WMS System Analyst to join our Supply Chain team.

Your Role

This role will focus on the BlueYonder WMS application, supporting both project and operational activities. The ideal candidate will bring deep functional expertise in warehouse management systems, with a strong ability to translate business requirements into system configurations and solutions.

Your Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document functional requirements for enhancements and new implementations within BlueYonder WMS (Discrete).
• Configure and maintain WMS functional components to support business processes and operational needs.
• Lead and support system testing efforts including test planning, execution, and defect resolution.
• Troubleshoot and resolve functional issues in production environments, working closely with technical teams and end users.
• Participate in project planning and execution, ensuring timely delivery of functional deliverables.
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on WMS best practices and process improvements. Create and maintain functional documentation including process flows, configuration guides, and training materials.
• Support change management and training activities for end users.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, IT, and third-party vendors.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Proven hands-on experience with BlueYonder WMS, including configuration and functional support.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and logistics processes.
• Proven experience in gathering and documenting business requirements and translating them into functional specifications.
• Experience with system testing, including writing test scripts and managing test cycles.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working in Agile or hybrid project environments is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Good Reasons to Join

If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will make sure that you’re rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme, which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing centre. We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance programme providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life. As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.