Sr Appl Launch Manager

About the role

The Senior Application Launch Manager will lead the implementation of Kenco’s Warehouse Management (WMS) systems across the company's network of sites. This role requires a collaborative approach to project management and involves working closely with senior management and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Independently leads project activities including design, implementation planning, and execution;
• Schedules kickoff meetings, gathers requirements, analyzes, builds, tests, and launches projects;
• Liaises with vendors and customers;
• Maintains and updates product documentation and training materials;
• Trains and troubleshoots production issues;
• Develops and implements customizations and integrations for WMS, LMS, and WCS;
• Tracks project progress and reports status to management;
• Manages risks and prepares recommendations for post-mortem analysis;
• Assists in defining best practices for project management;
• Prepares necessary artifacts for project closure and oversees successful turnover to production support;
• Supports management in defining best practices for project management;
• Submits and recommends post-launch budget changes as necessary;
• Manages departmental activities and tracks progress;
• Designs and executes test plans;
• Mentors junior level resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, Computer Science, or a related field;
• Minimum 6-8 years’ experience in project management and implementation of WMS and/or LMS;
• Proficiency in SQL;
• Experience integrating WMS systems with ERP systems (such as SAP), and WCS (Warehouse Control Systems) a plus;
• Ability to create positive and professional business relationships with internal and external clients and third-party service/product providers;
• Knowledge of distribution center/logistics concepts, including best practices, warehousing terminology, and ability to visualize "to be" models;
• Strong business planning and analytical skills, including market intelligence, metrics, financial analysis, and business model development;
• Highly motivated and self-sufficient, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously without affecting deadlines.

Competencies

• Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting the business and organization;
• Communicate for Impact - Proactively communicates with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects;
• Influencing Others - Quickly finds common ground and solves problems for the benefit of the organization with minimal noise;
• Managing Transitions/Change Management - Effectively plans, manages, and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders;
• Strategic Agility - Enables Kenco to remain competitive by adjusting and adapting to innovative ideas necessary to support the company’s long-term strategy.

Travel Requirements

This position is expected to travel approximately 25% - 50%. A passport is not required, but recommended.

Benefits

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts;
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accidental injury;
• Dental Insurance;
• Vision Insurance;
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance;
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance;
• Paid Parental Leave;
• 401(k) Plan;
• Paid Time Off (approximately 2 weeks accrual begins on Day 1 of employment);
• Employer Paid Holidays (10 days).