WMS Manager- Ulta Beauty

Company: Ulta Beauty
Location: Bolingbrook
Posted on: January 12, 2022

Job Description:

OVERVIEW

Imagine. With over 1,200 stores throughout the U.S., designs to expand internationally, and a thriving supply chain network, there has never been a greater need for people of high initiative, of big-picture thinking, and adaptability to share in our journey. At Ulta Beauty, we have greater ambitions. Growing what works. Iterating in areas that have promise. Creating new offerings for industry advantage. In all of this is the opportunity to experience real impact, to effectuate change, to give wings to a spirit of creativity and entrepreneurism. Because the challenges are multi-faceted and ever-changing. But for those inspired by real-world demands that press and stretch, that call for new and smarter ideas, that require heavy doses of trust and respect, Ulta Beauty encourages you to imagine with us. THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE: The WMS Manager maintains and enhances the Manhattan Associates Warehouse Management System (WMS). Other applications included in the scope of support are Slotting, Labor Management Systems (LMS), Fortna WCS, and Lighting Pick. The role is responsible for configuration and oversight of releases/change requests. This includes translation of business requirements into technical design and implementation across lower environments. Often times this will require guiding corporate/DC teams through the DC request process to ensure requirements are met. As part of release responsibilities, the WMS Manager will facilitate DC change requests from concept to deployment. The WMS manager will ensure solutions are in line with change request requirements, ROI, operational efficiency, quality, and ULTA principles.While the primary objective is to support future state work, the WMS Manager will also be utilized as current state support as necessary. This role will interface with IT Supply Chain, SAP team, WCS Vendor, PTO/PTS Vendor, Field WMS Managers, DC Leadership, Ulta QA team, Business Intelligence, and Supply Chain Operation YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:

• Identifying required WMS configuration and systems changes to support new processes and proposed changes to existing processes.
• Working with service providers regarding application enhancements, customization, and new releases.
• Coordinating system changes with IT and vendors.
• Participating in the definition of project scope, business requirements documents, goals, and deliverables.
• Pro-actively monitor alerts and take action accordingly.
• Maintaining change control documentation for all system updates/configuration changes.
• Serving as liaison between DC Operations, IT, and vendors.
• Developing documented implementation plan and report on project progress.
• Playing key business role in testing, roll out, and implementation of WMS enhancements.
• Troubleshooting issues and identify root causes.
• Serving as secondary corporate escalation point for all technical issues experienced in the building.
• Interfacing with various vendors to ensure project requirements are met by application enhancements/configurations.
• Collaborating with corporate WMS team, IT Supply Chain, and SAP team on a daily basis.
• Providing off-shift hours support on nights/weekends (as required).
• Functioning as one of the Ulta SMEs with regard the WMS/Slotting/LMS. THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS:
  • Bachelor s degree from an accredited college with a focus in Information Technology or Supply Chain Management.
  • 3+ years experience with Manhattan Associates WMS.
  • Experience supporting technology solutions for end users.
  • Strong technical aptitude and significant experience with relational databases.
  • Ability to write SQL statements ranging from medium to high complexity.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Good verbal and written skills to communicate with associates and all levels of management.
  • Ability to work long hours and weekends as dictated by business needs.
  • Must be a self-starter and be able to successfully execute initiatives with minimal guidance and accomplish the stated goals.
  • Highly developed problem solving and prioritizing skills that will be demonstrated by the successful and timely completion of assignments.
  • Demonstrate ability to perform analyses and identify solutions to resolve specific business needs.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Good understanding of warehousing and physical distribution concepts.
  • Typical office environment 80-%
  • Typical DC work environment 20%
  • Travel -20%/year
  • Ability to walk and stand while observing for extended periods
    
    
    
    ABOUT
    
    At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring hair, skin, brow, and make-up services. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act. Associated topics: advertise, brand, brand marketing, broadcast, campaign, digital, freelance, investment, social media, social media marketing

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