Business Applications Advisor

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc; Warrendale (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Holiday pay & PTO

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Bereavement & jury duty

Job summary

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc. in Warrendale, PA is seeking a Business Applications Advisor. The role will partner with IT and business teams to gather requirements, document processes, and lead large projects across WMS, OMS, and TMS ecosystems.

You will develop analytics dashboards, optimize warehouse workflows, and ensure successful integration with ERP and customer systems. This role requires strong communication, 8+ years of experience, and a collaborative, fast-paced mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, IS, or related field (or equivalent).
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Manhattan WMOS WMS is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support, configure, and troubleshoot Sterling WMS workflows and integrations.
• Configure and support OMS rules across full order lifecycle and integrate with WMS/TMS/ERP.
• Configure and maintain TMS carrier selection, rate management, and tendering workflows.
• Build interactive dashboards in Spotfire and Power BI for KPI tracking.
• Participate in all phases of implementation and production support of critical systems.

Skills

WMS configuration

SQL (Oracle)

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Manhattan WMOS

Power BI

Spotfire

Job description

Work Arrangement:Hybrid – 3 days in the office and 2 days remote
Locations:Warrendale, PA; Dallas, TX; or Collierville, TN

Job Description

Business Applications Advisor

The Business Applications Advisor interacts with business partners and IT staff to gather and document information related to requirements and software testing. This role independently sorts medium to high complexity business issues to recommend appropriate direction, frequently leads large project efforts, and mentors less senior team members.

Primary Responsibilities

• Sterling WMS — Support, configure, and troubleshoot warehouse workflows and integrations across receiving, picking, replenishment, and shipping, using log/agent/failed-transaction analysis to drive root-cause resolution and process optimization.
• OMS — Configure and support sourcing, allocation, order routing, and exception-handling rules across the full order lifecycle, partnering with business teams to optimize orchestration and integration with WMS, TMS, ERP, and customer systems.
• TMS — Configure and maintain carrier selection, rate management, tendering, and shipment execution workflows, and troubleshoot transportation exceptions using shipment data to improve delivery performance and reduce cost.
• Analytics & Reporting — Build interactive Spotfire and Power BI dashboards (DAX, advanced modeling, automation) for KPI tracking and executive reporting, validating data accuracy across WMS, OMS, TMS, and enterprise sources while collaborating with business users on self-service analytics.
• Hands-on configuration of Manhattan WMOS WMS systems.
• Participate in all phases of implementation and production support of multi-technology, business-critical systems.
• Gather requirements and design accurate, efficient solutions.
• Analyze and reengineer repetitive failed processes to reduce risk.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure accurate understanding of solutions and minimize rework.
• Maintain knowledge of interface specifications and configuration options.
• Document requirements and solutions according to the business SDLC process.
• Support transition of new customer and development projects into daily operations.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with coworkers, business partners, customers, and vendors.
• Stay current on warehouse execution technologies, capabilities, and trends.
• Create presentations, scorecards, and reports using Excel.
• Follow change control methodology in daily activities.
• Develop and update strategies, methodologies, and standards for supply chain systems.
• Provide 24/7/365 coverage as needed via on-call rotation.
• Travel for projects as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting or implementing Manhattan WMOS WMS systems preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills to ensure business operations meet contractual service level agreements.
• Ability to work effectively in distributed teams with clear communication and proactive status updates.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, both technical and operational.
• Knowledge of UNIX/Linux servers and Oracle relational databases is a plus.
• Outgoing, action-oriented self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Strong proficiency in Oracle SQL for application development.

Physical & Cognitive Requirements (With or Without Accommodation)

• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret information.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Ability to sit, walk, or stand for the duration of the shift.
• Must possess visual acuity to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to conduct physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (for U.S. applicants and employees only).

FedEx Supply Chain is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in its application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail] .

Perks and Benefits at FedEx Supply Chain (FSC)

• Competitive Pay: Competitive wages depending on your location and experience, paid bi-weekly for both full-time and part-time opportunities.
• 401(k) plan with company match after 1 year
• Holiday pay and accrued paid time off programs offering both Vacation and PTO
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits available on day one
• Basic life insurance
• Basic AD&D coverage
• Supplemental Life and Supplemental AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage for full-time employees after 180 days of service
• Paid parental leave for both moms and dads
• Paid bereavement and jury duty

Note: Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education/training, and a candidate's work experience.

Job Disclaimer (US)

Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The Company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs.

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