Applications Architect - Warehouse Management Systems

Arrow Electronics; Centennial (CO); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with matching contributions

Disability Insurance

HSA/HRA options

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth Opportunities

On-site Gym

Job summary

Arrow Electronics in Denver, Colorado seeks an Applications Architect to lead Warehouse Operations and WMS implementations across distribution environments. You will drive process optimization, inventory accuracy, and scalable warehouse solutions through technology transformations.

Design and oversee integrations between WMS, ERP, TMS, MES and third-party apps; manage change and deliver KPIs and dashboards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Admin, IS, or related field.
• 8+ years of warehouse operations and distribution center experience.
• 5+ years implementing or supporting WMS.
• Experience with warehouse process design and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, inventory management, replenishment, picking, packing, shipping, and returns.
• Ensure operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and service level compliance.
• Develop and implement warehouse KPIs, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Analyze current warehouse processes and identify opportunities for cost reduction and improvement.
• Standardize procedures and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Conduct workflow analysis and redesign to improve throughput and reduce cycle times.
• Lead change management during process and technology transformations.
• Lead WMS implementations, upgrades, and optimization initiatives.
• Gather business requirements and translate needs into system configurations.
• Design and oversee integrations between WMS, ERP, TMS, MES, and third-party apps.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Process optimization

WMS implementation

ERP integration

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

WMS platforms

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Applications Architect - Warehouse Management Systems

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Operations & WMS Implementation Manager to lead warehouse operations, process optimization initiatives, and technology transformation projects across distribution and fulfillment environments. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in warehouse management, inventory control, logistics operations, and successful implementation of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), including integration with automation technologies such as conveyors, sortation systems, ASRS, robotics, RF devices, and ERP platforms.

This role requires a strong blend of operational excellence, process improvement expertise, and technical knowledge to drive efficiency, inventory accuracy, productivity, and scalable warehouse solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead end-to-end warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, inventory management, replenishment, picking, packing, shipping, and returns.
• Ensure operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and service level compliance.
• Develop and implement warehouse KPIs, operational dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Analyze current warehouse processes and identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational improvement.
• Standardize operational procedures and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Conduct workflow analysis and redesign warehouse processes to improve throughput and reduce cycle times.
• Lead change management activities during process and technology transformations.
• Lead Warehouse Management System (WMS) implementations, upgrades, and optimization initiatives.
• Gather business requirements and translate operational needs into system configurations.
• Design and oversee integrations between WMS, ERP, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), MES, and third-party applications.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.
• 8+ years of warehouse operations and distribution center experience.
• 5+ years of experience implementing or supporting Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Proven experience with warehouse process design, optimization, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Hands-on experience with implementation and supporting WMS platforms
• Experience integrating WMS with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar.
• Demonstrated experience managing warehouse automation projects and system integrations.

Work Arrangement

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday required office days for Panorama Office site; Monday, Friday-work from home.

What’s In It For You

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k, With Matching Contributions
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
• Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth Opportunities
• Discounted RTD Passes, with convenient office location off RTD Light Rail (Dry Creek Exit)
• On-site Café with Catering Option for Busy Lifestyles
• 24/7/365 On-site Gym and Lockers, Free for Use to All Employees!
• Bike Racks
• And more!

Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate

$121,300.00 - $192,995.00

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.

Location

US-CO-Denver, Colorado (Panorama Arrow Building)

Time Type

Full time

Job Category

Information Technology

EEO Statement

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