What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager of IT Solutions position at Novo Logistics?
Novo Logistics
Position: Manager of IT Solutions (3PL Operations)
Location: Reno/Sparks, Nevada
Competitive salary based on experience!
Company Description
"The Novo culture has the utmost respect for our team members, families, and the local community. As a member of Novo, we warmly welcome you and your family to the Novo team. We empower our team members to advocate for our cultural values of respect, safety, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our team is proud to work for Novo, and we’re proud to work with them.
Join us in making a difference for our partners."
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead all company activities regarding the WMS and other technology projects.
- Manage a team of WMS Superusers across all company operations.
- Interact with new customers to build and test the functionality of WMS to meet requirements.
- Conduct business scenario testing.
- Drive technology improvements through the WMS or other software and/or hardware upgrades.
- Design IT solutions for new and existing operations.
- Collaborate with company leadership on new business pricing proposals.
- Stay up-to-date on industry-related technology.
- Consult and advise company leadership and local teams on WMS setup, best practices, and recommended improvements.
- Responsible for the deployment of hardware and software used by Novo Logistics.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge and experience in WMS integration with customer systems through EDI, file import/export, and API.
- Experience with technology solutions in a multi-client (shared warehouse) environment.
- Ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude towards members of management, coworkers, customers, partners, and other visitors, while dealing with stressful situations.
- Strong skills in proactive problem-solving and decision-making/analysis.
- Advanced knowledge of WMS functionality.
- Inbound and Outbound order processing.
- Pick Sequencing, product grouping.
- Warehouse and location setup.
- Label management.
- Experience generating, modifying, and creating operational reports through Crystal Reports, SQL, or similar programs.
- Knowledge of company policies and procedures.
- Ability to multitask in dynamic work environments.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATION:
- 5 years of Warehouse Management Systems experience.
- 2 years of leadership experience relating to WMS and/or 3PL operations.
- Experience with both multi-client/public warehousing.
- Working in several warehousing applications
- Pick/pack
- Ecommerce
- Transportation
- Bulk storage
- Manufacturing support
- Experience with manufacturing
- Manufacturing support is a plus.
- Experience in new customer and facility implementations.
- Strong skills with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
- Experience with Synapse WMS is a plus.
- Travel up to 30%.
- Project Management and/or IT-related certifications preferred.
Employment Type(s)
- Full-Time, Exempt
Compensation
- Salaried (paid weekly via Direct Deposit).
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Company-sponsored premiums for Medical Insurance, with nominal Team Member contribution.
401(k) Plan
- Company match option.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Time Off hours follow our Company and Site Policy.
