WMS Implementation Consultant
We are supporting a leading organisation within the logistics and supply chain sector in the recruitment of a WMS Implementation Consultant. The successful candidate will play a key role in the implementation and continuous improvement of Warehouse Management System solutions, working closely with operational, IT and technical teams throughout the full implementation lifecycle. This is a hands-on role covering requirements gathering, solution design, testing, implementation, go-live and post-implementation support.
Key Responsibilities
* Support end-to-end WMS implementations, ensuring the delivered solution remains aligned with initial business and operational requirements.
* Gather, analyse and refine business requirements for new functionality and process improvements.
* Define and maintain functional solution designs, requirements traceability and change requests.
* Act as a key link between warehouse operations, IT, development teams and other technical stakeholders.
* Lead and execute functional testing, integration testing and user/customer acceptance testing.
* Support WMS implementations through cutover, go-live and hypercare.
* Analyse proposed solutions, identifying functional gaps and recommending appropriate improvements.
* Investigate system issues and defects, supporting root cause analysis and resolution.
* Work closely with operational teams and process owners to understand warehouse processes and translate requirements into system solutions.
* Support operational teams with process discussions, system understanding and adoption.
* Monitor implementation progress against agreed milestones and KPIs.
* Coordinate priorities,
decisions and activities across multiple stakeholders.
* Produce clear documentation and communicate project progress, risks and issues to relevant stakeholders. Skills & Experience
* 3–5 years' experience in WMS implementation, software delivery or supply chain technology.
* Proven experience within logistics, warehousing or supply chain environments.
* Hands-on experience working with Warehouse Management Systems.
* Blue Yonder WMS experience would be advantageous.
* Experience across the WMS implementation lifecycle, including requirements gathering, solution design, testing, cutover, go-live and post-go-live support.
* Strong understanding of warehouse processes and the interaction between operational requirements and WMS functionality.
* Experience analysing system issues and supporting problem resolution.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* SQL knowledge is required.
* Experience with Jira, Confluence and/or Xray would be advantageous.
* Ability to analyse large volumes of data from multiple sources and communicate findings clearly.
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Ability to manage priorities effectively within a fast-moving project environment.
* Comfortable working across different functions, teams and geographies.
* Fluent Italian and English are required. Additional European languages, particularly French, would be advantageous. Education A degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline would be advantageous. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a WMS-focused environment delivering technology and process improvements across complex logistics operations. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Key Responsibilities
* Support end-to-end WMS implementations, ensuring the delivered solution remains aligned with initial business and operational requirements.
* Gather, analyse and refine business requirements for new functionality and process improvements.
* Define and maintain functional solution designs, requirements traceability and change requests.
* Act as a key link between warehouse operations, IT, development teams and other technical stakeholders.
* Lead and execute functional testing, integration testing and user/customer acceptance testing.
* Support WMS implementations through cutover, go-live and hypercare.
* Analyse proposed solutions, identifying functional gaps and recommending appropriate improvements.
* Investigate system issues and defects, supporting root cause analysis and resolution.
* Work closely with operational teams and process owners to understand warehouse processes and translate requirements into system solutions.
* Support operational teams with process discussions, system understanding and adoption.
* Monitor implementation progress against agreed milestones and KPIs.
* Coordinate priorities,
decisions and activities across multiple stakeholders.
* Produce clear documentation and communicate project progress, risks and issues to relevant stakeholders. Skills & Experience
* 3–5 years' experience in WMS implementation, software delivery or supply chain technology.
* Proven experience within logistics, warehousing or supply chain environments.
* Hands-on experience working with Warehouse Management Systems.
* Blue Yonder WMS experience would be advantageous.
* Experience across the WMS implementation lifecycle, including requirements gathering, solution design, testing, cutover, go-live and post-go-live support.
* Strong understanding of warehouse processes and the interaction between operational requirements and WMS functionality.
* Experience analysing system issues and supporting problem resolution.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* SQL knowledge is required.
* Experience with Jira, Confluence and/or Xray would be advantageous.
* Ability to analyse large volumes of data from multiple sources and communicate findings clearly.
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Ability to manage priorities effectively within a fast-moving project environment.
* Comfortable working across different functions, teams and geographies.
* Fluent Italian and English are required. Additional European languages, particularly French, would be advantageous. Education A degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline would be advantageous. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a WMS-focused environment delivering technology and process improvements across complex logistics operations. #J-18808-Ljbffr