Sr Appl Launch Manager

About the role

The Senior Application Launch Manager will lead projects implementing 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 coordination, 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 business requirements for customizations and integrations;
• Predicts project delays and ensures timely project completion;
• Communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders;
• Manages project risks and creates recommendations;
• Conducts project post-mortems and prepares reports;
• Turnsover projects to production support;
• Assists in defining best practices for project management;
• Submits and recommends budget adjustments;
• Tracks project progress and reports status to management;
• 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 (SAP preferred), WCS a plus;
• Ability to establish positive relationships with clients and third-party service/product providers;
• Knowledge of distribution center/logistics concepts, including warehousing terminology;
• 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.

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 Kenco’s long-term organizational strategy.