WMS Administrator

AutomationDirect; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AutomationDirect is seeking a WMS Administrator to own and optimize warehouse systems across multiple Forsyth County facilities in Georgia. The role emphasizes self-directed ownership, proactive problem solving, and collaboration with IT, vendors, and operations to ensure reliable WMS/WCS performance.

You will forecast issues, implement monitoring, and guide best practices while adapting to evolving technologies and business priorities in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years supporting enterprise applications with system health and vendor coordination.
• Proficiency administering Windows-based and cloud-hosted applications.
• Proficiency with SQL query development and data analysis.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall project delivery.
• Experience in ecommerce, distribution, manufacturing, or supply chain environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues, analyze root causes, and architect solutions.
• Proactive approach with minimal direction and strong business analysis skills.
• Experience using AI-assisted tools for operational support and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Own all support and operational issues for distribution center facilities and warehouse systems.
• Build and improve monitoring, alerting, and system-health metrics for WMS/WCS.
• Partner with SaaS vendors and internal IT operations for performance.
• Engage operations to analyze requests and craft system enhancements.
• Lead technical coordination on small/medium projects, including meetings.
• Design, execute, and report on testing for improvements, releases, and bugs.
• Create training and documentation for new system changes.
• Deploy software updates and enhancements.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures and knowledge base.
• Mentor staff on best support practices; perform other duties as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

PowerShell

Python

REST APIs

Middleware integrations

Job description

Objective:

We seek a WMS Administrator who operates with self-directed ownership, a strong commitment to collaboration, and the desire to become and thrive as the technical expert over our warehouse systems. This person sees what needs to be done, forecasting and resolving warehouse system problems before they impact operations, while building technical expertise, coaching others on best practices, and acting on it. They work with significant autonomy and independent judgment within the established technical direction, serving as the primary point of support for a distribution center and collaborating effectively across business operations, vendor partners, and IT teams to ensure AutomationDirect's Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Warehouse Control Systems (WCS) run reliably, perform optimally, and deliver the value the organization depends on.

Objective:

We seek a WMS Administrator who operates with self-directed ownership, a strong commitment to collaboration, and the desire to become and thrive as the technical expert over our warehouse systems. This person sees what needs to be done, forecasting and resolving warehouse system problems before they impact operations, while building technical expertise, coaching others on best practices, and acting on it. They work with significant autonomy and independent judgment within the established technical direction, serving as the primary point of support for a distribution center and collaborating effectively across business operations, vendor partners, and IT teams to ensure AutomationDirect's Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Warehouse Control Systems (WCS) run reliably, perform optimally, and deliver the value the organization depends on. This person takes active ownership of incidents, system monitoring, enhancement activities, project coordination, testing, training, and troubleshooting. They are the technical expert and trusted advisor for these critical systems. They embrace change and ambiguity, adapt rapidly to new technologies and shifting business priorities, and maintain focus amid competing demands. This position is an on-site position, working at multiple ADC facilities in Forsyth County, GA.

Essential Abilities:

• Demonstrates servant leadership by fostering collaboration, removing obstacles, and prioritizing the success and growth of those around them.
• Operates as a self-winding team member - sees what needs to be done based on an internal understanding of what good service looks like, and is internally motivated to act on it rather than waiting for orders or procedures.
• Partners effectively with business stakeholders to align technology, processes, and business objectives while building strong cross-functional relationships.
• Becomes the technical expert in the WMS/WCS solutions supported, helping the business get maximum value from them through their questions and needs.
• Learns quickly and adapts rapidly to new technologies, business processes, and organizational priorities, applying new knowledge with minimal ramp-up time.
• Exhibits strong problem-solving skills and initiative, proactively identifying issues, analyzing root causes, and driving effective solutions to completion.
• Embraces change and continuous improvement, remaining flexible and resilient in evolving environments while helping others navigate transformation.
• Thrives in dynamic and ambiguous situations, maintaining focus, prioritizing effectively, and delivering results amid competing demands and shifting priorities.
• Communicates effectively in both technical and non-technical terms.

Responsibilities:

• Own all support and operational issues distribution center facilities and warehouse systems, driving them to resolution and root cause.
• Build and continuously improve monitoring, alerting, and system-health measurement for WMS/WCS so problems are forecasted and resolved before impacting operations.
• Partner with SaaS vendors and the internal IT operations team to ensure application and overall system performance.
• Engage business operations to analyze requests, question underlying requirements, and craft solutions for system improvements.
• Lead technical coordination and execution on small and medium sized projects, including project management meetings.
• Design, execute, and report on application testing for new system improvements, releases, enhancements, and bug fixes.
• Build and deliver training plans and documentation for new system improvements.
• Deploy software updates and enhancements.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures, support documentation, and knowledge base articles.
• Mentor and train other employees on best support practices for the supported systems.
• Duties otherwise assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

• 3+ years supporting enterprise applications with direct responsibility for system health, troubleshooting, and vendor coordination (WMS, WCS, ERP, OMS, CRM, or comparable enterprise applications).
• Proficiency administering Windows-based and/or cloud-hosted business applications.
• Proficiency with SQL query development and data analysis.
• Working Competency with Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall project delivery methodologies.
• Experience in ecommerce, distribution, manufacturing, or supply chain environments.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex application issues independently, analyze root causes, and architect solutions that prevent recurrence.
• Demonstrated history of a proactive approach: anticipating issues, identifying what needs to be done, and acting on it without waiting for direction.
• Experience in business requirements elicitation and business analysis.
• Experience utilizing AI-assisted tools for operational support, administration, automation, documentation, testing, or process improvement.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• Experience supporting Infios/Körber or HighJump Warehouse Advantage.
• Experience supporting Infios/Körber WCS.
• Experience with PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, or other scripting and automation technologies.
• Experience supporting application integrations and middleware platforms.
• 1+ years working in enterprise software QA.