Manager, WMS - Blue Yonder at Fortune Brands

You are a supply chain professional with over a decade of experience implementing Blue Yonder warehouse management systems and a bachelor’s degree in computer s

Work type: hybrid

Location: Deerfield, ILLINOIS

Salary: $105,000 – $165,000/yr

Type: Full-time

Summary

You are a supply chain professional with over a decade of experience implementing Blue Yonder warehouse management systems and a bachelor’s degree in computer science, math, or industrial engineering. Your background includes hands-on technical management of distribution center automation and logistics process engineering. **What makes it worth a look...** Fortune Brands is offering a salary between $105,000 and $165,000 for this hybrid role based in Deerfield, Illinois. You gain access to a competitive benefits package that features a market-leading 401(k) program, inclusive fertility and adoption support, and unique perks like half-day summer Fridays. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Possess 10+ years of hands-on experience specifically with Blue Yonder or Red Prairie WMS. * Demonstrate proficiency in SQL and Excel for data analysis and process mapping. * Have direct experience managing vendors and supporting warehouse automation like conveyors and RFID systems. * Understand supply chain logistics, including Lean or Six Sigma continuous improvement methodologies.

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 or Kinston, NC).

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 (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 (e.g., Blue Yonder, Red Prairie)

Proven experience leading the end-to-end implementation of a Blue Yonder 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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