Descrição
Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Project Lead
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid. This position requires an employee to be on-site a minimum of 3 days per week at the GM Global Technical Center in Warren, MI.
Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
The Role:
The Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Project Lead role offers a unique opportunity to shape how General Motors manages material flow across our assembly plants. You will help lead the factory of the future by implementing WMS solutions that are fully integrated with advanced automation technologies. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to map processes, plan and design solutions, configure systems, conduct testing, deliver training, and manage deployment tasks from start to finish to execute a WMS project, developing a long-term vision for material flow automation, including ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems) and AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots), as well as lean material strategies in GM Assembly, Propulsion, RESS and LOCs facilities. Additionally, you will develop, recommend, and implement changes which will result in the improvement of materials and manufacturing processes, improve part delivery & movement accuracy, and reduce overall cost of material handling. Success in this role requires adaptability, strong technical and project management skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What You'll Do: (Responsibilities):
- Lead large-scale WMS project deployments, managing over 500 deliverables and providing technical direction throughout the implementation lifecycle.
- Translate business needs and data insights into clear, actionable requirements and communicate effectively with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
- Develop business process models and write detailed functional and non-functional requirements/user stories.
- Plan and design solutions, configure systems, execute, manage user acceptance testing (UAT) and deliver training to super key users and overall workforce to ensure successful system adoption.
- Work extensively with data using WMS platforms, Excel, and database softwares to execute a WMS project start to finish, supporting decision-making and operational improvements.
- Analyze WMS and GMOS (time study tables) data to identify trends, solve complex problems, and drive continuous improvement.
- Design and implement automated data and reporting solutions that deliver actionable insights across all organizational levels.
- Apply advanced industrial engineering and lean manufacturing principles to create studies and optimize material handling / warehouse operations.
- Map and evaluate automotive production and material handling processes to identify efficiency opportunities and support operational excellence.
- Collaborate across departments to identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through data-driven system enhancements.
- Act as a change agent, influencing stakeholders and driving alignment on transformation initiatives.
- Define and execute a strategic vision for end-to-end WMS transformation
Your Skills & Abilities: (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain management, Logistics, Information Technology or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience of Supply chain, Materials Handling, Warehousing business processes, systems and database, Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing environment.
- Ability to work / rotate through all 3 shifts (1st, 2nd & 3rd).
- Ability to work over-time, weekends, holidays, etc. as needed.
- Demonstrated success in configuring, testing and deploying multiple Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) projects and integrating WMS with multiple other systems and technologies like AMR/AFT (Automated Mobile Robots/Automated Fork Trucks), ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems) and others (Dock scan tunnels, RFID, Drones, etc ) within complex manufacturing environments.
- Proven experience in managing projects, prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and working effectively both independently and within teams.
- Proven hands-on experience in managing warehousing, distribution, and/or manufacturing operations
- Strong foundation in industrial engineering, lean methodologies, and continuous improvement practices
- Strategic thinker with a strong bias for action and execution.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities to address complex, non-standard challenges.
- Creative, flexible, and proactive in navigating fast-paced, evolving environments.
- Ability to develop business process models and deliver end-user documentation and training materials.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build relationships across technical and operational teams.
- Strong customer orientation with the ability to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
- Comfortable in building and leading cross-functional teams and adapting to shifting priorities.
- Dedicated to innovation, quality, and team empowerment.
- Analytical thought / Problem solving processes.
- Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies.
- High expertise with WMS (Manhattan, SAP or INFOR) systems is mandatory.
- High expertise in Excel, PowerPoint, Visio Flows, Power BI, Database tools.
- Ability to travel 30% of the time or higher based on business needs domestically and/or internationally.
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Knowledge of Data Analysis (Knime/SQL/Python/VBA/Databricks)
- Knowledge of GM systems (MGO, EPS/PPD, PPS, VAAS)
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
Esta função é classificada como híbrida. Isso significa que o candidato selecionado deverá trabalhar no escritório/fábrica da GM pelo menos 3 vezes por semana {ou outra frequência ditada por seu gerente}.
O candidato selecionado deverá viajar <25% para esta função.
Esta posição pode ser elegível para benefícios de relocação.
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