WMS Design Lead

Everest Technologies, Inc; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Everest Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Manhattan Active WMS (MAWM) Design & Architect Lead to drive the technical design and end-to-end implementation of MAWM in cloud-native environments.

You will bridge operational needs with MAWM capabilities, design microservices-based configurations, extensions (ProActive), and API-first integrations across OMS, WMS, ERP, TMS, and MHE/WCS automation to power complex fulfillment operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in CS/IE/SCM.
• 8+ years in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) implementation and architecture.
• 3+ years MAWM design/architecture experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end solution architecture and technical design for MAWM.
• Translate complex rules into scalable MAWM configurations and extensions.
• Architect flows across OMS, WMS, ERP, TMS, and MHE/WCS automation.
• Leverage MAWM microservices and RESTful APIs to minimize custom code.
• Oversee extensions (ProActive) and extension packs.
• Design warehouse workflows (receiving, putaway, picking, packing, shipping).
• Lead testing, go-live, and governance activities.
• Mentor junior consultants and run blueprinting and design reviews.

Skills

MAWM ProActive

RESTful APIs

Microservices architecture

ERP integration (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite)

MHE/WCS interfaces

SQL & data validation

Warehouse operations knowledge

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

MAWM configuration tools

Postman

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Manhattan Active WMS (MAWM) Design & Architect Lead to drive the technical design, solution architecture, and end-to-end implementation of our next-generation Manhattan Active Warehouse Management platform.

In this role, you will act as the core techno-functional subject matter expert, bridging the gap between operational needs and cloud-native WMS capabilities. You will design microservices-based configurations, extensions (ProActive), API-first integrations, and cross-platform automation (MHE/Robotics, ERP, TMS) to power complex fulfillment and distribution environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end solution architecture and technical design for Manhattan Active Warehouse Management (MAWM).
• Translate complex operational and business rules into scalable MAWM configurations, extension designs, and functional specs.
• Architect end-to-end flows spanning OMS, WMS, ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle), TMS, and MHE/WCS/WES automation.
• Leverage Manhattan Active's microservices architecture and unified operational data model to minimize custom code while maximizing operational throughput.

2. Technical Execution & Extensions

• Oversee and hands-on design extensions and extension packs using ProActive and MAWM configuration tools.
• Lead API-first integration design utilizing MAWM RESTful APIs, JSON/XML payload structures, and event-driven architecture.
• Design, build, and optimize warehouse workflows including receiving, putaway, wave/waveless picking, packing, shipping, slotting, inventory control, and labor management.
• Oversee reporting and label generation architectures (e.g., SCI / Cognos, Jasper Reports, JMagic/BarTender).

3. Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Serve as the primary technical authority and liaison between business operations, supply chain leaders, enterprise IT, and Manhattan Associates consultants.
• Guide and mentor junior consultants, developers, and system analysts on MAWM best practices, design standards, and testing strategies.
• Conduct blueprinting sessions, design reviews, and gap analysis workshops with cross-functional teams.

4. Testing, Go-Live, & Governance

• Establish configuration standards, environment management protocols, and release strategies for quarterly MAWM versionless updates.
• Oversee integration testing (UAT/SIT), system performance tuning, root-cause analysis, and defect resolution.
• Lead post-implementation hypercare, operational optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent experience.
• Overall Experience: 8+ years in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) implementation and architectural design.
• Manhattan Active WMS Experience: 3+ years of direct, hands-on architectural and design experience specifically with Manhattan Active Warehouse Management (MAWM).
• Core Technical Competencies:
• Deep expertise in MAWM ProActive framework and extension management.
• Proficiency in RESTful APIs, JSON/XML, Postman scripting, and microservices architecture.
• Strong background in ERP integration (SAP, Oracle Cloud, NetSuite) and Material Handling Equipment (MHE/WCS) interfaces.
• Proficiency in SQL, data validation, and database architecture.
• Functional Expertise: In-depth knowledge of distribution operations (e-Commerce direct-to-consumer, B2B, cross-docking, omni-channel fulfillment).

Preferred Qualifications

• Manhattan Associates MA Active Certification.
• Prior experience transitioning legacy WMoS (iSeries or Open Systems) to cloud-native Manhattan Active WMS.
• Hands-on knowledge of Manhattan Active Transportation Management (MATM) or Order Management (MAOM) integrations.
• Experience with automated material handling systems (AMR, ASRS, sorters, GTP systems) and Manhattan WES/MHE integration.