Supply Chain Systems Manager

Supply Chain Systems Manager

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite - Desoto, Texas

Opportunity

 This position will function as site level subject matter expert for all relevant systems utilized in the
distribution operations. This individual will work collaboratively with the third-party logistics Distribution Operations team, Kohler Kitchen & Bath Logistics, & Kohler Corporate IT to enable efficient distribution operations through systems. This individual will solve larger system issues, resolve bottlenecks and develop continuous improvement opportunities through existing or new systems, including Warehouse Management Systems, Logistics Management Systems, and other integrated automation systems.

• Owns oversight and maintenance of the WMS use in operations. Owner of systems
  configuration, including setting up parameters, defining workflows and creating rules for
  inventory management. Ensuring proper maintenance of system master data and
  reducing systems errors.
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  Responsible for identifying, diagnosing and resolving issues within the Warehouse
  Management System (WMS) to minimize operations disruption. This includes
  troubleshooting errors related to inventory discrepancies, order processing failures, RF
  device connectivity, user access, and system integration problems. The role requires
  proactive approach to root cause analysis, ensuring long-term fixes are implemented and
  documented.
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  Collaborate with project team to implement warehouse automation technologies. Assist in
  defining system requirements, conducting functional testing, validating data flows and
  ensuring seamless communication between the WMS and automation. By actively
  participating in planning, deployment and post-launch support, this role will ensure
  automation solutions are optimized within the warehouse environment.
  
• Project Lead in delivery of complex projects, enhancements and system support., Identifies
  the appropriate resources needed for project execution, and develops schedules to ensure
  timely completion of projects, while controlling project cost, quality, schedule, and scope.
  
• Drives continuous improvement through systems initiatives which support KPl's in the
  areas of cost, quality, service, safety, and sustainability. This role will drive the execution
  of the identified changes within the system to increase productivity on the warehouse
  floor and develops solutions to business challenges.
  
• Act as a change agent and assist operational teams with the transition from as-is / to-be
  processes and systems. Document new processes for warehouse functions aligned with
  Logistics Systems and understand change activities that contribute to risk mitigation.
  Lead development of user training on how to properly use the system including training
  document creation, delivering training sessions, and providing on-going support to users.
  
• Partner with IT Functional Analyst to perform updates to system configuration, test code
  changes, and provide early communication to operations teams to ensure they
  understand how changes will impact their processes.

Skills/Requirements

• Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Management, Information Systems,
  Industrial Engineering, Business Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related
  field.

• Minimum 3 years professional experience is required, preferred experience in
  information systems and/or warehousing
  
• Must have extensive experience with Warehouse Management Systems,
  preferably Tier 1 solutions such as Blue Yonder JDA/Red Prairie
  
• Preferred Past experience with SAP ECC, including MM, SD and WM
  modules  

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