WMS Design Lead

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced Manhattan Active WMS (MAWM) Design & Architect Lead to drive the technical design, solution architecture, and end-to-end implementation of our next-generation Manhattan Active Warehouse Management platform.

In this role, you will act as the core techno-functional subject matter expert, bridging the gap between operational needs and cloud-native WMS capabilities. You will design microservices-based configurations, extensions (ProActive), API-first integrations, and cross-platform automation (MHE/Robotics, ERP, TMS) to power complex fulfillment and distribution environments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Solution Architecture & System Design

• Lead the end-to-end solution architecture and technical design for Manhattan Active Warehouse Management (MAWM) .
• Translate complex operational and business rules into scalable MAWM configurations, extension designs, and functional specs.
• Architect end-to-end flows spanning OMS, WMS, ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle), TMS, and MHE/WCS/WES automation.
• Leverage Manhattan Active's microservices architecture and unified operational data model to minimize custom code while maximizing operational throughput.

2. Technical Execution & Extensions

• Oversee and hands-on design extensions and extension packs using ProActive and MAWM configuration tools.
• Lead API-first integration design utilizing MAWM RESTful APIs, JSON/XML payload structures, and event-driven architecture.
• Design, build, and optimize warehouse workflows including receiving, putaway, wave/waveless picking, packing, shipping, slotting, inventory control, and labor management.
• Oversee reporting and label generation architectures (e.g., SCI / Cognos, Jasper Reports, JMagic/BarTender).

3. Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Serve as the primary technical authority and liaison between business operations, supply chain leaders, enterprise IT, and Manhattan Associates consultants.
• Guide and mentor junior consultants, developers, and system analysts on MAWM best practices, design standards, and testing strategies.
• Conduct blueprinting sessions, design reviews, and gap analysis workshops with cross-functional teams.

4. Testing, Go-Live, & Governance

• Establish configuration standards, environment management protocols, and release strategies for quarterly MAWM versionless updates.
• Oversee integration testing (UAT/SIT), system performance tuning, root-cause analysis, and defect resolution.
• Lead post-implementation hypercare, operational optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent experience.
• Overall Experience: 8+ years in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) implementation and architectural design.
• Manhattan Active WMS Experience: 3+ years of direct, hands-on architectural and design experience specifically with Manhattan Active Warehouse Management (MAWM) .
• Core Technical Competencies:
• Deep expertise in MAWM ProActive framework and extension management.
• Proficiency in RESTful APIs, JSON/XML, Postman scripting, and microservices architecture.
• Strong background in ERP integration (SAP, Oracle Cloud, NetSuite) and Material Handling Equipment (MHE/WCS) interfaces.
• Proficiency in SQL, data validation, and database architecture.
• Functional Expertise: In-depth knowledge of distribution operations (e-Commerce direct-to-consumer, B2B, cross-docking, omni-channel fulfillment).

Preferred Qualifications

• Manhattan Associates MA Active Certification .
• Prior experience transitioning legacy WMoS (iSeries or Open Systems) to cloud-native Manhattan Active WMS.
• Hands-on knowledge of Manhattan Active Transportation Management (MATM) or Order Management (MAOM) integrations.
• Experience with automated material handling systems (AMR, ASRS, sorters, GTP systems) and Manhattan WES/MHE integration.