Lead Engineer - Warehouse Management System
Company Background
Established in 1928, Genuine Parts Company is a leading global service provider of automotive and industrial replacement parts and value-added solutions. Our Automotive Parts Group operates across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australasia, France, the U.K., Ireland, Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, and Portugal, while our Industrial Parts Group serves customers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Australasia. We keep the world moving with a vast network of over 10,700 locations spanning 17 countries supported by more than 63,000 teammates. Learn more at genpt.com.
About the role
Serving as a subject matter expert within the Manhattan Associates suite of applications, preferably MA Active WMS Platform. Lead and manage a team of Engineers and Senior Engineers.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of Engineers and Senior Engineers.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for all DC Automation systems (WES, MHE) integrating with WMS Systems.
- Provide technical guidance in API development, Google Cloud development and support to the implementation team.
- Develop and support MA Active ProActive Custom changes as per business need.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Optimize warehouse operations by developing and implementing best practices and process improvements.
- Monitor system performance and recommend improvements to improve productivity.
- Conduct workshops sessions to ensure effective use of the system.
- Stay updated with Manhattan Active new product release (innovations) in warehouse management.
- Self-sufficient - completes tasks competently, effectively, and efficiently based on level of priority.
- Develop test plans for both unit and systems testing.
- Verify the finalization of the stability of Code deliverables (SDN & Config) from Manhattan, as well as the impact of the production system.
- Must completely document all modifications and be able to maintain systems level documentation.
- Assist in developing and maintaining departmental systems standards.
- Support and troubleshooting issues with the assistance of the functional analysts.
- Work with architects and team, to incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and techniques to solve business problems.
- Be part of an On-call rotation and support for Business continuity after Go-Live.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum 10+ years of experience, developing workflows & config within Manhattan WMS (WMOS, MAWM) Applications, working with WES and MHE.
- Familiarity with modern tech stacks, API development, Google Cloud.
- Experience working with cloud platforms and cloud-native development.
- Knowledge of integrating warehouse management systems with other equipment and systems such as, Warehouse control systems (WCS), TMS, and ShipExec is desirable.
- Creative & Critical Thinking and Driving Results which are required in resolving complex projects or tasks.
- Excellent internal and external customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
- Project management, analytical, troubleshooting, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure, independently or within a team.
- Exceptional follow up and diligence.
- Knowledge of AI tools and industry trends.