WMS Programme Manager in Warrington

Programme Manager – WMS / TMS Implementation & Supply Chain Transformation

Lead a major supply chain integration and technology transformation programme!!!!

We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead a significant supply chain transformation programme, bringing together the operations of two businesses into one integrated supply chain operation.

The programme will involve designing and establishing the future supply chain operating environment, selecting and implementing a new Warehouse Management System (WMS), and rolling out Transport Management System (TMS) capabilities to support the consolidated business.

A key role, you will take ownership of the programme from solution selection through to implementation, migration, operational readiness and go-live.

Overview | summary of responsibilites:

• Programme leadership: Lead the end-to-end WMS and TMS transformation programme, establishing governance, programme plans, budgets, milestones, resources and delivery controls.
• Supply chain integration: Lead the migration and integration of two separate businesses into one consolidated supply chain operation.
• Future operating model: Work with operational leadership to define the future warehouse, distribution and transport operating model, ensuring processes, people and technology are aligned.
• WMS selection and RFP: Lead the WMS selection process, including requirements gathering, business case development, RFP preparation, vendor engagement, evaluation and recommendation.
• Solution implementation: Manage the implementation of the selected WMS platform (most likley Manhattan or Blueyonder) ensuring the solution meets operational and business requirements.
• TMS implementation: Lead the introduction and rollout of Transport Management System capabilities, supporting the development of an integrated supply chain and logistics operation.
• Data and migration: Oversee data preparation, cleansing, migration, validation and cutover activities, ensuring business continuity throughout the transition.
• Process design: Drive the definition and standardisation of warehouse, inventory, distribution and transport processes across the combined business.
• Operational readiness: Ensure sites, teams and operational processes are ready for implementation, testing, deployment and go-live.
• Stakeholder management: Work closely with supply chain directors, warehouse operations, logistics teams, IT, procurement and external implementation partners.
• Delivery and risk management: Manage programme dependencies, risks, issues, resources and third-party suppliers, ensuring delivery against agreed business outcomes.
• Business change: Lead operational engagement, training and change management to ensure successful adoption of the new systems and ways of working.

Experience and capabilities

We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager with a strong background in supply chain systems implementation and operational transformation and ideally you will have:

• Proven experience leading large-scale WMS implementation programmes.
• Experience implementing WMS solutions such as Manhattan Associates or Blue Yonder.
• Experience with TMS implementation or wider transport and logistics technology.
• A strong understanding of warehouse operations, distribution, inventory management and end-to-end supply chain processes.
• Experience leading complex system selection exercises, including RFPs, vendor evaluation and solution procurement.
• Experience integrating two businesses, operations or supply chain environments into a single operating model.
• A track record of managing complex data migration, systems integration, testing and go-live programmes.
• Strong programme governance, commercial management and senior stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to balance technology delivery with the practical operational requirements of a live supply chain environment.