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. The position involves addressing business needs with systems related to Kenco’s platform, supporting the warehousing/logistics industry through initial implementations.

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, develops and maintains product documentation and training materials.
• Develops and implements customizations and integrations for WMS, LMS, and WCS.
• Predicts project delays and ensures on-time launches.
• Collaborates with senior management and stakeholders to develop project scopes, goals, and deliverables.
• Communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders.
• Manages risks, identifies and mitigates issues, and conducts post-mortems.
• Turnsover projects to production support and oversees successful handovers.
• Mentors junior level resources.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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, specifically with WMS and/or LMS.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Experience integrating WMS systems with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Ability to create positive business relationships with clients and third-party service/product providers.
• Knowledge of distribution center/logistics concepts, warehousing terminology, and ability to visualize and design systems.
• Highly motivated and self-sufficient, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong business planning and analytical skills, including market intelligence, metrics, financial analysis, and business model development.

Benefits

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts.
• Supplemental insurance options.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Short and long term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid holidays.