Senior Manager, Warehouse System Solutions

Mondelez International; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondelez International is seeking a Sr. Warehouse System Solutions Manager to lead a team of six regional specialists across the US.

You will set technology roadmaps for SAP S/4HANA and SAP EWM, drive standardization, and ensure delivery of end-to-end WMS projects with strong cross-functional collaboration. The role requires 7+ years in warehouse management systems with SAP expertise, 3+ years of leadership, and readiness to travel up to 100% based on initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 7+ years of experience in warehouse management systems with SAP S/4HANA and SAP EWM.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience managing regionally distributed teams.
• Proven track record leading WMS implementations end-to-end from scoping to stabilization.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, and distribution processes.
• Ability to drive standardization and accountability across multiple sites and regions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management; travel 50%-100% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of six Warehouse System Solutions professionals across US regions.
• Drive standardization of system configurations and best practices.
• Oversee WMS implementations from planning through go-live and stabilization.
• Coordinate resources and manage workload across the regional team.
• Provide cross-functional consulting on SAP S/4HANA and EWM initiatives.
• Monitor system performance and address issues with root-cause analysis.

Skills

SAP S/4HANA

SAP EWM

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field

Tools

WMS implementations

End-to-end delivery

Job description

Job Description

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The Warehouse System Solutions Sr. Manager leads a team of six regionally assigned system specialists responsible for the end-to-end support, optimization, and strategic evolution of SAP S/4HANA and Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) across the US CS&L network. This role sets the strategic technology roadmap for warehouse management systems, drives standardization across all US operations, and ensures accountability for system performance, project delivery, and continuous improvement.

The Sr. manager serves as the primary point of leadership for WMS implementations, system enhancements, and cross-functional consulting on any initiative that impacts SAP S/4 or EWM. With a team structured around regional ownership, this role ensures consistent support and performance across all facilities while elevating the capabilities of the broader network.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of six Warehouse System Solutions professionals, each assigned to a US region, ensuring consistent performance and professional growth.
• Set clear expectations, KPIs, and accountability standards across the team.
• Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing so that regional expertise benefits the entire network.
• Conduct regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and talent development planning.
• Recognize and develop high-potential team members; create succession plans for critical roles.

Strategic Roadmap & Standardization

• Drive standardization of system configurations, processes, and best practices across all regions and facilities.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology for operational efficiency, cost reduction, and service improvement.
• Partner with senior leadership to align the systems roadmap with broader CS&L and business objectives.
• Translate business strategy into executable technology and process initiatives with measurable outcomes.

WMS Implementations & Project Delivery

• Lead all WMS implementation projects from planning through go-live and stabilization, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and on-scope delivery.
• Oversee and support system testing activities including UAT, integration, and regression testing for new implementations and upgrades.
• Act as the primary escalation point for implementation risks, issues, and critical decisions.
• Coordinate resource allocation and workload management across the regional team to support concurrent projects.

Operational Support & Continuous Improvement

• Oversee day-to-day SAP S/4 and EWM system support across the US warehouse network.
• Lead and coordinate key operational initiatives including pick line resets, inventory root cause analyses (RCAs), system enhancements, and end-user training programs.
• Ensure timely resolution of system issues and drive root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor system performance metrics and proactively identify and address gaps before they impact operations.

Consulting & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Serve as the internal subject matter expert and consultant for any project or initiative that impacts SAP S/4HANA and/or EWM.
• Partner with IT, operations, engineering, and third-party vendors to evaluate, design, and deliver system solutions.
• Provide guidance and impact assessments for proposed changes to warehouse processes, layouts, or technology.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with site leadership and regional operations teams.

More about this role

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in warehouse management systems, with deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA and SAP EWM.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience, including managing regionally distributed teams.
• Proven track record of leading WMS implementations end-to-end from scoping through stabilization.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, and distribution processes.
• Demonstrated ability to drive standardization and accountability across multiple sites and regions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Willingness and ability to travel 50%-100% based on business needs and active initiatives.

Preferred

• Experience in CPG, food & beverage, or FMCG industries.
• SAP EWM certification or advanced SAP training credentials.
• Experience applying change management methodologies in large-scale technology rollouts.
• Familiarity with complementary warehouse technologies such as ring scanners, automation systems, WCS/WES platforms.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.

This role operates within a dynamic, fast-paced logistics environment requiring frequent travel to US warehouse and distribution sites. Travel expectations range from 50% to 100% depending on active implementation pro