Position : Manhattan Active WMS SME (Rollout Lead / Functional) : Only for USA Location : USA -Remote Type of Job : Contract : 12 Months Experience : 10+ Years Job Title Manhattan Active WMS Rollout Lead / Functional Consultant Role Overview The Manhattan Active WMS Rollout Lead will be responsible for end to end implementation and rollout of Manhattan Active Warehouse Management System across multiple distribution centers. This role will lead functional design, configuration, testing, deployment, and hypercare activities while coordinating with business stakeholders, IT teams, and integration partners to ensure a successful, scalable rollout.

• 8 12+ years of WMS implementation experience
• 5+ years hands on Manhattan WMS, with strong preference for Manhattan Active WMS
• Multiple full lifecycle WMS rollouts (design go live hypercare)
• Deep understanding of warehouse operations and fulfillment models Manhattan Active Expertise
• Experience with: Cloud native Manhattan Active architecture, Configuration vs customization approach, Event driven APIs and microservices
• Understanding of Manhattan Active release management and continuous updates
• Domain Knowledge Retail, CPG, Manufacturing, or E commerce distribution environments
• Experience with high volume, multi node distribution networks
• Exposure to automation heavy warehouses is a plus

• Lead end to end Manhattan Active WMS rollout initiatives across greenfield and brownfield warehouses
• Define rollout strategy, deployment waves, and site readiness criteria
• Own functional solution design aligned with standard Manhattan Active capabilities and best practices
• Act as the primary WMS SME for warehouse operations and IT stakeholders

• Conduct business process workshops (Inbound, Outbound, Inventory, Labor, Value Added Services)
• Configure Manhattan Active WMS including: Receiving, Putaway, Replenishment, Picking (Wave, Waveless, Zone, Cluster, Goods to Person), Packing, Shipping, Yard & Dock Management, Inventory Control, Cycle Counting, Slotting, Labor Management (if applicable)
• Drive fit gap analysis and recommend standard vs extension decisions

• Collaborate with technical teams on integrations with ERP (SAP / Oracle), TMS (Manhattan / Blue Yonder / others), Automation systems (MHE, WCS, AMRs, AS/RS)
• Support API/event based integration patterns native to Manhattan Active

• Lead SIT, UAT, and Performance Testing cycles
• Develop test scenarios, scripts, and defect triage processes
• Define cutover strategy including data migration, mock cutovers, and go live readiness
• Support go live execution and hypercare stabilization

• Support development of SOPs, work instructions, and training materials
• Conduct super user and end user training sessions
• Drive adoption and operational readiness at warehouse sites

• Prior experience leading multi site or global WMS rollouts
• Experience working with offshore / nearshore delivery teams
• Strong client facing communication and stakeholder management skills
• Familiarity with Agile / SAFe delivery models
• Manhattan certification (Active WMS) preferred but not mandatory

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to balance standardization with site specific needs
• Executive level communication and documentation skills
• Comfortable working in fast paced rollout environments

• Functional Design Documents (FDDs)
• Fit Gap Analysis
• Configuration Workbooks
• Test Scenarios & Defect Logs
• Cutover & Go Live Plans
• Hypercare Support Playbooks

For applications and inquiries, contact:hirings@openkyber.com