Warehouse Management System Program Manager

Infinity Outsourcing; Lisle (IL); Hybrid; USD 89,544 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is looking for a Warehouse Management System Program Manager in Lisle, IL. This role requires 10+ years of project management experience, particularly in the logistics sector. Successful candidates will possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, expertise in Agile methodologies, and exceptional communication skills. Responsibilities include leading the execution of WMS for manufacturing clients and ensuring all deliverables are met on time while managing project risks. Local candidates or those willing to relocate are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience implementing market-leading WMS platforms.
• Ability to travel to client site at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the execution of Warehouse Management System (WMS) for a manufacturer of heavy trucks.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources for multiple projects.
• Drive consensus for best practices with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management skills

Agile Project Management

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Science, Statistics or related field

Tools

Azure Devops

JIRA

Job description

Warehouse Management System Program Manager

About the job Warehouse Management System Program Manager

Job Title: Warehouse Management System Program Manager

Job Location: Lisle, IL (Need local or Willing to relocate 100% for Day 1) | 3 Days work from office is mandate.

Duration: 6-12months

Pay Rate to candidate:$65-$70/hr. C2C

Client - Navistar

Job Description:

• We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with thorough understanding of the Warehouse Management & Logistics area

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Science, Statistics or a related field.
• Excellent 10+ years of project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with Agile Project Management tools like Azure Devops or JIRA and
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and present complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to travel to client site as required at short notice.

Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Lead and oversee the execution of Warehouse Management System (WMS) for a heaving manufacturer of heavy trucks.
• Strong demonstratable Project Management Experience working with cross-functional teams, multiple parallel workstreams, manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Should have implemented one or more market leading WMS platforms for enterprise clients like Manhattan / SAP EWM / Oracle Fusion WMS / Blue Yonder etc.
• Should be able to drive consensus for adoption of best practices along with business stakeholders and IT teams.
• Should have worked in a multi-vendor / stakeholder environment and has managed multi-workstream complex projects.
• Will be responsible for ensuring that all deliverables are met in a timely manner, is able to manage program risks, interdependencies, manage stakeholder expectations, provide accurate reporting to leadership at a program and workstream level as well.
• Should have experience in Agile and Devops delivery methodologies and ensure strong governance of the program.