WMS Analyst IV
About the role
The WMS Analyst IV is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for advanced analysis, configuration support, and continuous improvement of the Manhattan Associates Warehouse Management System (WMi) and related systems, with a primary focus on the Moreno Valley Distribution Center. This role works closely with Distribution Center Operations to analyze system usage, identify improvement opportunities, and support solutions that increase productivity, improve labor efficiency, and reduce operating costs.
Responsibilities
WMi System Analysis & Support
- Analyze Manhattan WMi system configurations, workflows, and data to support daily distribution center operations
- Translate business requirements into functional specifications and configuration recommendations
- Identify system gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
- Troubleshoot system issues and support root cause analysis
- Ensure system data integrity and alignment with operational processes
Operations Partnership & Continuous Improvement
- Partner with Moreno Valley DC Operations to analyze processes and identify system-driven improvements
- Support initiatives that improve productivity, throughput, and labor efficiency
- Recommend solutions that reduce manual processes and operating costs
- Evaluate system performance and provide data-driven recommendations
WMi to MAWM / MALM Transition Support
- Analyze current WMi configurations and operational workflows to support future-state MAWM/MALM design
- Participate in system testing (SIT/UAT), validation, and deployment activities
- Support data migration analysis and validation
- Aid in identifying gaps between current and future system capabilities
Automation & Integration (KNAPP / Pocket Sorters)
- Analyze interactions between WMS, labor management, and automation systems including KNAPP shuttle and pocket sorters
- Support troubleshooting of system and interface issues across WMS and automation platforms
- Validate system behavior and data flow across WMS, WCS/WES, and material handling systems
- Support integration with ERP, EDI, TMS, and other enterprise systems
Data Integration & Interfaces
- Analyze data flows, message structures, and system interactions between WMS and connected systems
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of interface and data issues
- Validate integration performance and data accuracy during system changes and deployments
Testing, Deployment & Documentation
- Develop and execute test scenarios for system changes and enhancements
- Support system deployments, enhancements, and new functionality
- Maintain system documentation, SOPs, and user guides
- Provide user support and guidance on WMS functionality
Development Collaboration, Design & Testing
- Work closely with internal and external development teams to support solution design, configuration alignment, and technical implementation
- Translate business and operational requirements into clear functional specifications for development teams
- Participate in design reviews to ensure solutions meet business needs and align with WMi capabilities and constraints
- Support and validate development through unit testing, system integration testing (SIT), and user acceptance testing (UAT)
- Identify defects, track issues, and coordinate resolution with development teams
- Ensure delivered solutions meet functional requirements, performance expectations, and operational usability
Performance Expectations
- Improve operational performance through system analysis and recommendations
- Increase labor productivity and warehouse throughput
- Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy and system data integrity
- Reduce operating costs through system and process improvements
- Support successful WMi to MAWM / MALM transition with minimal disruption
- Ensure stable and reliable system performance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Information Systems, Supply Chain, or related field
- 10+ years of experience with Manhattan Associates WMi Warehouse Management System
- Strong experience in WMS analysis, configuration support, and troubleshooting
- Experience working in highly automated warehouse environments
- Experience with KNAPP MHE and pocket sortation systems preferred
- Experience supporting WMS implementations, upgrades, or system transitions
- Experience supporting multi-site operations preferred
Benefits
Equal Employment Opportunity Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law. Reasonable Accommodation Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $100,000-$125,000/yr USD.
About Skechers
Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.