Strategic WMS Launch Lead

Kenco Group; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenco Group is seeking a Senior Application Launch Manager to lead the implementation of our Warehouse Management System (WMS) across our network of sites. You will manage requirements, design, testing, and deployment, coordinating with internal teams, vendors, and customers to ensure successful on-time launches.

The role requires strong SQL skills, ERP integration experience (SAP), and the ability to communicate effectively with executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in MIS, SCM, CS or related field required.
• 6–8 years' experience in project management and WMS/LMS implementation.
• SQL proficiency required.
• Experience integrating WMS with ERP systems (SAP) and WCS is a plus.
• Strong client relationship and communication skills.
• Knowledge of distribution center/logistics concepts and warehousing terminology.
• Creative and strategic decision-making to support company goals.
• Strong problem-solving to identify root causes and solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects without missing deadlines.
• Professional confidence to present IT concepts to executives.
• Business planning & analytics skills including metrics and financial analysis.
• Self-motivated with minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead project activities from design through launch across the network.
• Create BRDs for configurations and integrations for WMS/LMS/WCS.
• Ensure on-time launches and predict delays to meet timelines.
• Lead client engagements with scoping, goals and deliverables.
• Develop project communications plans and status reporting.
• Manage project risk with mitigation planning.
• Define success criteria and share with all stakeholders.
• Conduct postmortems and prepare recommendations reports.
• Prepare artifacts for project closure and turnover to production support.
• Suggest best practices for project management.
• Oversee budget changes, cost control and invoicing.
• Track progress of all departments and report status to management.
• Follow data maps and test plans to ensure system performance.
• Mentor junior resources assigned to projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

SQL

ERP integration

Client management

Logistics concepts

Problem solving

Executive communications

Strategic thinking

Business analytics

Project management

Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in MIS/SCM/CS

Tools

SAP

WCS

Job description

Kenco Group is seeking a Senior Application Launch Manager to lead the implementation of our Warehouse Management System (WMS) across our network of sites. You will manage requirements, design, testing, and deployment, coordinating with internal teams, vendors, and customers to ensure successful on-time launches.

The role requires strong SQL skills, ERP integration experience (SAP), and the ability to communicate effectively with executives.