Junior WMS Implementation Project Manager

Interlake Mecalux, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays and PTO

Telework days depending on position

Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental

Job summary

Interlake Mecalux designs, develops, and implements its own Warehouse Management System (WMS): EasyWMS. We are seeking a Jr. WMS Implementation Project Manager to join our WMS Operations team in Atlanta, GA.

The Jr. WMS Implementation Project Manager will oversee about five simultaneous projects in the US, Canada, and occasionally Mexico, coordinating with clients and internal teams to ensure on-time go-lives and measurable project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field.
• Strong project management and stakeholder communication required.
• Experience with WMS projects is preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP scheduling and budgeting tools is a plus.
• WMS implementation experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple WMS implementation projects across the US, Canada, and Mexico.
• Oversee scope, schedule, and budget to ensure on-time go-lives.
• Coordinate on-site travel and client kickoff meetings.
• Monitor progress and report status to stakeholders weekly.
• Collaborate with sales and clients on design changes.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship

Communication

Scheduling & budgeting

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or relevant field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Interlake Mecalux designs, develops, and implements its own Warehouse Management System (WMS): EasyWMS. We are seeking a Jr. WMS Implementation Project Manager to join our WMS Operations team in Atlanta, GA. The WMS Operations team is responsible for implementing EasyWMS for all Interlake Mecalux clients purchasing this product.

The Jr. WMS Implementation Project Manager, critical to project success, manages an average of 5 simultaneous projects in the US, Canada, and occasionally Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Project Success: Ensure the project meets its goals, timeline, and budget.
• Scope Management: Review and understand project scope, deadlines, and goals.
• Scheduling and Resource Management:
  • Organize project information in SAP.
  • Create project schedules and budgets.
  • Communicate resource needs to team leaders.
  • Coordinate internal and client kick-off meetings and manage on-site travel logistics.
  • Lead the on-site team during the go-live phase
• Design Review & Change Management:
  • Understand and oversee the design solution.
  • Ensure necessary warehouse KPIs and data are collected for future comparison and project success measurement.
  • Manage any scope changes, coordinating with Sales Reps. and clients.
• Client Relationship Management:
  • Build and maintain trust with clients.
  • Establish direct communication to facilitate smooth project execution.
• Project Monitoring:
  • Monitor the project status and ensure deadlines are met.Weekly reporting of project status to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Monitor warehouse performance post-go-live to evaluate if the goals are being met.
  • Ensure all deliverables are met during Go-Live through to project closure.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or relevant field as it relates to Logistics.
• An understanding of warehouse, logistics, and supply chain processes.Previous experience working with an WMS in a warehouse is preferred.
• Knowledge related to Agile Methodologies. PMP Certification is preferred.
• Availability to Travel: Approximately 20% of the time
• Professional Personal Presentation
• English language fluency is absolutely required. Proficiency in Spanish, both spoken and written, is highly preferred.
• Interpersonal skills: Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with both clients and internal teams. Highly organized, detail-oriented, with a desire to learn.

We offer

• Competitive compensation
• The ability to become part of an industry-leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement
• 401(k) plan through Fidelity, with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year
• Possibility for telework days, depending on position, with flexible make-up time for exempt employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement; enhance your technical, specialized knowledge and gain new skills through promotions from within.