Application Architect
Chicago or Waukegan, IL
Full Time
Medical Device | Technology
Experienced
THE JOB OPPORTUNITY:
This Application Architect (WMS) configuration specialist/architect will provide in-depth technical expertise and direction in the development and support of client-area application systems/programming requirements and processes. For various-size projects and system changes, this role will oversee and directly contribute to development and implementation of cost-effective solutions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
For the assigned function of WMS:
- Partner with the functional groups to assess business needs utilizing structured interview processes to establish business priorities and document clear requirements.
- Conduct investigation and collaborate with other technical subject matter experts to provide technical advice on the adoption or integration of innovative technologies and corresponding business impact.
- Develop alternative technical solutions; advise on options, risks, costs, and benefits, and impact on other business processes and system priorities.
- Serve as a Manhattan Active functional configuration expert to develop, test, and implement significant new capabilities. Configure applicable module(s) to design optimal solutions.
- Review, validate, and enhance design, conduct performance monitoring and capacity planning; install, test, and upgrade releases and associated products.
- Evaluate Manhattan Active notes, new functionality, and upcoming releases for assigned modules.
- Recommend operational improvements or devise innovative approaches to technical or process issues to meet business objectives.
- Develop, motivate, and provide direction to the technical team in a way that facilitates the creation of a team environment and enables the team to fulfill the department's operation objectives.
- Lead in the development of standards and procedures and publish/communicate findings via IOIs, presentations, white papers, etc.
- Comply with all applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, business administration, or another relevant discipline
- 8+ years combined experience in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer engineering in each of the following:
- 8+ years of experience in the full life cycle of WMS projects
- 8+ years of experience in Warehouse processes module design, configuration, and testing, including:
- Warehouse: Inbound receiving, inventory management, put away, Quality inspection, picking, packing, and shipping and Integration to related warehouse Processes and peripheral solutions
- Configuration of Manhattan Warehouse solutions and Warehouse Master data
- Supply chain systems implementations, development, configuration, and support including warehouse management systems (WMS), warehouse control systems (WCS), and material handling equipment (MHE)
- Planning methods and deep knowledge of various strategies
- Experience with peripheral systems and equipment such as label printing solutions, printers, scanners, MHE equipment such as conveyors, PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers), and light solutions.
- Sound knowledge of interface mapping and integration with legacy/3rd party applications that support the warehouse eco-system.
- Handling and Storage Unit Management
- Experience in facilitating the resolution of cross-team integrated topics.
- Expertise in identifying root causes through analysis.
- Strong understanding of Technology teams and processes
- Understanding of business operations and how they relate to customer support.
- Experience in integrating SAP with non-SAP systems, including internally developed and off-the-shelf software.
PREFERRED:
- Hands-on experience configuring and supporting Manhattan Active Warehouse Management (MAWM)
- Hands-on experience developing MAWM extensions with Manhattan’s ProActive developer tool.
- Hands-on experience deploying MAWM configurations and extensions between environments using the Configuration Director toolset.
- Hands-on experience or working knowledge of SCI reporting with MAWM.
- SAP ECC and S/4 HANA integration experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience managing individual assignments within large WMS implementations is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of SAP Supply Chain and ERP backend processes is strongly preferred.
- Cloud-based implementation and strongly preferred.
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