Manager, IT - Warehouse Management Systems at Fortune Brands

You are a supply chain professional with a bachelor’s degree and at least ten years of hands-on experience specifically with Blue Yonder WMS platforms. You have

Work type: hybrid

Location: Kinston, NC

Salary: $105,000 – $165,000/yr

Type: Full-time

Summary

You are a supply chain professional with a bachelor’s degree and at least ten years of hands-on experience specifically with Blue Yonder WMS platforms. You have spent over five years managing warehouse operations or logistics process engineering and possess the technical skills to handle complex system integrations and automation. **What makes it worth a look...** Fortune Brands offers a salary range between $105,000 and $165,000 for this hybrid role, which is based out of Deerfield, Illinois, or one of their major distribution centers. You get a competitive benefits package including a 401(k) program with company contributions and unique perks like half-day summer Fridays. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have deep, proven experience with Blue Yonder implementation. * Can write and execute complex SQL queries for data analysis. * Possess direct experience working with automated warehouse hardware like conveyor systems and scanners. * Are comfortable managing third-party vendors and leading cross-functional process workshops.

Job Description

## Job Description
Fortune Brands is hiring for a Manager, IT - Warehouse Management Systems.The Manager, WMSis responsible for driving strategic process improvements across enterprise systems and workflows and leads the design, optimization, and implementation of warehouse processes integrated with our Warehouse Management System (WMS). This role is pivotal in driving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing inventory accuracy across our supply chain. This role blends deep technical expertise with business acumen to optimize operations, enhance system integration, and lead cross-functional transformation initiatives.

POSITION LOCATION: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule based out of Deerfield, IL (or one of our Distribution Centers in Las Vegas, NV; Louisville, KY; Nogales, AZ or Kinston, NC). Effective fall 2025, Fortune Brands will transition to a new world-class campus in Deerfield, bringing together associates from across our U.S. offices, brands, and functions. The campus will offer vibrant workspaces for collaboration, along with amenities for dining, onsite daycare, fitness and recreation.

What you will be doing

Analyze current warehouse workflows and identify areas for improvement using data-driven methodologies

Lead distribution center transformation initiatives using market leading WMS solution (e.g., Blue Yonder, EWM, etc)

Design and implement optimized processes aligned with WMS capabilities (e.g., receiving, put-away, picking, packing, shipping)

Collaborate with IT and operations teams to configure and enhance WMS functionality

Lead cross-functional workshops to gather requirements and validate process changes

Support WMS upgrades, integrations, and automation initiatives (e.g., RFID, robotics, conveyor systems)

Create and present status reports and executive presentations to communicate progress to leadership and stakeholders.

## Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Math, Industrial engineering, or related field

Experience on distribution center systems automation systems and also supporting applications (e.g., WES, WCS, RF, Conveyors, Label Applicators, In Line Scanners, etc)

Familiarity with WMS/ERP integration

Hands on Vendor management experience

5+ years of experience in warehouse operations or logistics process engineering

10+ years hands-on experience with leading WMS platforms - Blue Yonder experience required

Proven experience leading the end-to-end implementation of a Warehouse Management System

Proficiency in process mapping tools and data analysis (Excel, SQL)

Good analytical, oral communication and written documentation skills

General leadership and management skills

Advanced communication, negotiation, change management, and conflict resolution capabilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Supply Chain domain knowledge

Certifications such as Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, APICS CPIM, or CSCP

Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies

Familiarity with middleware integration products such as Boomi

## Additional Information
Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $105,000 USD - $165,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands is a brand, innovation and channel leader focused on exciting, supercharged categories in the home products, security and commercial building markets. Our portfolio of brands includes Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

Fortune Brands is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois and trades on the NYSE as FBIN

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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