Location
Bolingbrook, IL | United States
Job description
You can be more than just good at your job, be the BEST in your career by joining the Symbia Logistics team!
Symbia Logistics is a best-in-class supply chain partner, known for being a place of growth to both our clients and team members. With a focus on omni and multi-channel distribution and fulfillment services, Symbia works in some of today's most popular industries like apparel, consumer goods, cosmetics, food and beverage, sporting goods, and pet supplies. Symbia's mission is to deliver exceptional service and experience, to both our clients and hard-working teams. Our goal is to create a Supply Change movement by implementing new 3PL solutions that are practical and efficient for our team members to be successful. Join forces with Symbia Logistics and start building a powerful career in logistics with an organization at the forefront of growth and supply change!
Symbia's Senior WMS Analyst will play a critical role in optimizing our warehousing and transportation processes by managing, analyzing, and enhancing the functionality of our Warehouse Management System and Transportation Management Systems. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in logistics, a deep understanding of WMS and TMS technologies, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. The best part is while you are helping our clients grow, Symbia will be a place you can foster your professional and personal development! This opportunity provides you with tremendous growth potential! At Symbia, we want to be the last stop on your career journey, not just the next stop!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- WMS/TMS Implementation and Integration:
- Lead the implementation of Warehouse Management System and Transportation Management System solutions.
- Collaborate with IT and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of WMS/TMS with other enterprise systems.
- Conduct thorough testing and validation of system configurations to guarantee accuracy and reliability.
- System Configuration and Maintenance:
- Configure and maintain the WMS/TMS to meet the specific needs of our 3PL warehousing environment.
- Implement system updates, patches, and enhancements to improve overall performance.
- Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and provide timely resolutions.
- Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Utilize data analytic tools to generate actionable insights related to warehouse and transportation operations.
- Develop and maintain reports and dashboards to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.
- User Support:
- Offer ongoing support and troubleshooting assistance to end-users.
- Collaborate with IT Helpdesk to address and resolve system-related issues.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging trends in WMS and TMS technologies.
- Propose and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows and processes.
- Become a subject matter expert in our WMS/TMS environment.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience in implementing and managing Warehouse Management Systems and Transportation Management Systems in a 3PL environment.
- Familiarity with industry-standard WMS/TMS software. Experience with Deposco is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across departments.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision in system configurations.
- Demonstrated ability to engage with clients, understand logistics needs, and provide solutions.
- Strong coordination skills, collaborating with internal teams to ensure project success and customer satisfaction.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This role may require occasional off-hours support and on-call availability.
- Deposco training or certification is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Sedentary work. This position will be seated most of the time and will contain repetitive motion.
- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
- Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
- Close visual acuity is expected to perform activities like preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, or extensive reading.
- Must have the ability to lift and/or carry small parcels or packages, and other items, short distances.
- Some periods of time may be spent in a designated computer/IT space with communication equipment for installation, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Repetitive movements are a big part of our environment, so you will need to be able to use your hands and feet simultaneously.
- We are a logistics company, so it is a warehouse environment. If on the operations floor, you may be exposed to occasional extreme temperature shifts ranging from very cold to very hot.
- There can be exposure to loud noises and dust in environments outside of our office spaces.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WE ENCOURAGE QUALIFIED DIVERSITY CANDIDATES TO APPLY. SYMBIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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