Job Details
Ashley Furniture
Warehouse Management Systems Manager
Are you a master in continuous improvement who likes to work in a fast-paced environment? Do you have an operational mind-set and are always looking for ways to reduce inventory and operating expenses and increase on-time delivery? Do you want to take that passion and apply it to a world-class organization?
Then apply today to our Distribution Team at Ashley Furniture – the World’s Largest Furniture Manufacturer!
We are approaching 30 million pieces sold annually with over 7,000 SKUs and we lead the way in making and moving our products with a system that directs each variable that goes into it!
Warehouse Management Systems Manager
What Will You Do?
You will have operational responsibility for all the Warehouse Advantage (WA) applications on the HighJump software platform and any other Supply Chain Execution (SCE) software used in distribution center operations. Work directly with the distribution center management team to troubleshoot problems or issues that arise from the systems, identify enhancements for the systems and apply continuous improvement philosophy to improve the overall workflow efficiency and standardization within the distribution center. Responsible for the onboarding of all new system developments and requirements for each new wholesale and/or retail distribution center. This position will manage the Supply Chain Execution software development of activities of several medium to large-sized distribution centers ranging in size from 500,000 to 1.5 million square feet with total employees ranging from 1000-4000.
What Do You Need?
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain Management, Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience, Required
5 years’ experience managing Supply Chain Execution software platforms for a large company, Required
Lean/Six Sigma basic certification, or ability to obtain within 1 year
Detailed understanding of logistics processes and techniques
Knowledge of warehouse management system software
Developing, implementing and testing business plans and goals
Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies
Who Are We?
We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits.
We are a multi-billion-dollar company and the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world and offer one of the industry’s broadest product assortments at over 20,000 storefronts in 123 countries.
Growth-Focused is one of our core values, and we are dedicated to helping you grow with us through training, mentoring, and coaching as well as investing in the latest design tools, production equipment and new technologies.
Environmental efforts are a priority as we continually seek to recycle, reuse and replenish every day.
Millions of dollars are contributed annually to local and national charities as we seek to improve the lives of people around the world.
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.