Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Genuine Parts Company (GPC) is a leading distributor of automotive and industrial replacement parts and value-added services. The Manager of Engineering for Warehouse Management will oversee the design, implementation, and support of warehousing and distribution technology, leading a talented team to enhance supply chain technology initiatives across the distribution network.
Responsibilities
- Manage the team responsible designing, building, implementing, and supporting distribution and fulfillment technologies within our fulfilment operations
- Lead the implementation of the Manhattan Active Warehouse Management Solution across the distribution network
- Oversee hiring of full-time staff and contract consultants
- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with the business to understand the strategic direction, processes and needs of the business
- Manage project timelines to ensure on-time delivery for every distribution center building
- Lead and mentor the WMS team, guiding members in achieving their personal and career objectives
- Develop strategies to maximize the use and efficiency of the supply chain application portfolio
- Manage and maintain relationships with external vendors and service providers
- Lead key projects and initiatives in the supply chain and distribution technology space
- Manage and oversee “keep the lights on” (KTLO) activities, including responding to off-hours support calls as needed
- Travel as necessary to distribution center locations to lead and support go-live initiatives
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- Bachelor's or advanced Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or Industrial Engineering strongly preferred
- Proven experience leading Manhattan Active Warehouse Management (WMS) implementations
- Familiarity with artificial intelligence tools and methodologies
- Minimum of 12+ years of prior Supply Chain Systems (SCS) experience in a leadership role; 3 years' experience in a leadership role
- Superior interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact and communicate with other team members, managers, and users
- Ability to work and lead in a collaborative team environment
- Must demonstrate a strong customer-focused attitude and understand the fundamentals of customer service
- Exceptional leadership, talent development, and coaching skills
- Experience with implementing and supporting automation/robotics technology within distribution operations
- General understanding of commonly used supply chain systems (i.e., Labor Management System, Slotting, Warehouse Control Systems, Warehouse Execution systems, Voice Picking, etc.)
- Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of DB2 and SQL Server architecture
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