Job Overview The Warehouse Management System (WMS) Implementation Manager is responsible for the project planning and successful implementation of the new WMS implementation for all Distribution Centers and Plant Warehouses across the Great Lakes Cheese National Network. Job Responsibilities

• Lead Warehouse Management System (WMS) Implementation, including:

1. Coordinate the operational requirement standards of the WMS for the Great Lakes Cheese (GLC) Network.
2. Lead the WMS implementation at each GLC site by working with IT, the local warehouse and plant management, Quality Assurance, Safety as well as implementation consultants.
3. Assure the requirement standards prescribed are met by the project team through concept, testing and go-live oversight and full engagement.
4. Collaborate with local plant staff to manage change requirements of each site and develop training programs to support.
5. Provide go-live hypercare support at site location until system and operation are stable and operating.
6. Provide weekly updates to manager on the status of the project as well as identification and plans to address issues.
7. UAT, Training & Operational gap analysis
8. Functional transaction readiness review
9. EWM Integration oversight

• Collaborate across functions effectively to support optimum outcomes.
• Initiate and support continuous improvement plans.
• Daily management and supervision of EWM team which includes, but not limited to, staffing, retention, and talent development.
• Participate with Management Team to develop, implement, and ensure adherence to GLC and Plant procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies & procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or Industrial Engineer
• 4 years of warehouse management system experience or more.
• 5 years of warehouse experience or more.
• Ability to provide leadership, support, communication and direction to project implementation team.
• In depth understanding of inventory control and warehouse operations management.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve beyond routine issues.
• Detailed experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and the use of a RF bar code driven operation.
• Strong leadership skills by developing and communicating a clear vision, objectives and adherence to values that support a team based culture.
• Direct work experience in project management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Travel is required. Estimate 50%-75% travel with extended stays at locations going through implementation.

Preferred Education and Experience

• SAP experience with WM or EWM.
• Food warehousing experience.
• PMP or similar project management certification.
• Temperature controlled warehouse experience.
• Production integrated warehouse experience.
• High volume and high inventory turn warehouse experience.

Working Conditions Work is mainly performed in an office setting, with some time spent in a manufacturing environment While the majority of the tasks will be conducted on first shift, candidates must be prepared to provide support