IT Applications Manager, Warehouse Management Systems

Golden State Foods; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food and beverage manufacturing is seeking an IT Applications Manager for Warehouse Management Systems in Irvine, CA. The role requires expertise in WMS solutions and involves managing IT projects and teams to optimize logistics operations. Excellent communication with business stakeholders and technical proficiency are essential for success in this mid-senior level position, as is a commitment to enhancing operational efficiency through technology.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Education reimbursement and scholarships

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct management experience over technical resources.
• 10+ years of experience in information technology.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience supporting warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee WMS technology team and ensure quality solutions.
• Serve as IT stakeholder for WMS projects and resource allocation.
• Lead prioritization and backlog meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

Business Requirements Analysis

Resource Management

Leadership & People Management

Problem solving and decision-making

Logistics and Supply Chain Concepts

ServiceNow

Microsoft DevOps

Agile Methodologies

Project Management

Education

Four-year college degree or commensurate work experience

Tools

Web Services/SOA

Database Technologies (SQL, Oracle)

Transact SQL

Job description

IT Applications Manager, Warehouse Management Systems

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IT Applications Manager, Warehouse Management Systems

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This range is provided by Golden State Foods. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$145,000.00/yr - $165,000.00/yr

The IT Applications Manager for Warehouse Management Systems will leverage people, processes and technologies to deliver high performing, WMS solutions for the logistics business. This person will serve as the primary point of contact for any WMS IT projects and enhancements as well as act as the escalation point for production issues. Success in this role requires a solid technical foundation as well as the ability to communicate and collaborate well with business stakeholders and other IT functions.

(% of time may vary depending on assignments/projects)

• Oversee the operations of the WMS technology team and any 3rd party service providers. Ensure resources are fully leveraged and deliver high quality solutions.
• Serve as the IT stakeholder for WMS related projects and partner with the PMO to ensure there is proper resource allocation and there is business alignment to scope.
• Lead regular prioritization and backlog review meetings with the business stakeholders; ensure roadmaps and release schedules align to business priorities.
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve existing functionality and leverage existing features to help the business be more efficient and effective; Research additional technologies that may be a competitive advantage for the business.
• Ensure end-user, system documentation is updated and complete and work with the business leads to ensure there is continuity between business standard operating procedure and system documentation.
• Oversee and maintain the budget for all WMS technologies including software licensing, software maintenance, hardware devices and 3rd party service providers.
• Ensure adherence to GSF’s IT policies and procedure such as production change approval, software development lifecycle, and production outage escalation.
• Manage the workload for direct reports. Ensure work items are being completed in a timely manner.
• Perform regular one-on-ones to ensure there is a frequent and open line of communication with each team member.
• Set tactical, strategic and career growth goals for each team member. Perform ad-hoc and annual performance reviews.
• Foster a productive and effective environment by practicing service-oriented leadership; provide clarity, clear roadblocks and provide resources.
• Collaborate with other IT leadership to ensure there is alignment on cross functional dependencies and IT-wide initiatives. (25%)

Education/Certification

• Four-year college preferred or commensurate work experience.

Experience

• 5+ years of direct management experience over technical resources.
• 10+ years of experience in information technology.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience supporting warehouse management systems in a technical and functional capacity (e.g. WMS, TMS, WLM, warehouse automation systems) – BlueYonder/JDA preferred
• Working knowledge of supply chain concepts, previous experience working as a business analyst in the logistics business preferred
• Experience managing WMS peripherals (label printers, scan guns, voice consoles, etc.)

Expert

• Business Requirements Analysis
• Resource Management
• Warehouse Management Technologies
• Leadership & People Management
• Problem solving and decision-making skills
• Logistics and Supply Chain Concepts
• Labor Management
• ServiceNow
• Microsoft DevOps
• Agile Methodologies
• Project Management
• Excel/PowerPoint

Basic

• Web Services/SOA
• Asset Management
• Database Technologies (SQL, Oracle)
• Transact SQL (Querying)
• Infrastructure Concepts

TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS

At GSF, we believe that investing in our associates strengthens our culture and fuels our growth. We care about your well-being, and will support you with the following:

• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid leave (in compliance with state and local regulations), vacation, sick, holiday, jury duty, and bereavement.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support our associates and their families, subject to elections and eligibility:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life, and AD&D), Retirement Plan.
• Associate Development via Education Reimbursement and/or Scholarships, virtual courses, or classroom development experiences.
• Flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role).

Please note that the compensation details listed in postings reflect the base pay only.

Additional compensation including bonuses and car allowances are subject to eligibility.

The expected range for this position is $145,000–$165,000/year.

Location, confirmed job-related skills, education, experience, and relevant training will be considered in setting the actual starting salary.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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