Project Manager / Assistant

Institute of Project Management; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a WMS Project Lead to ensure successful project implementations. You will lead projects from initial research through to go-live, collaborating with R&D teams and managing communication with clients. Ideal candidates should have hands-on experience with WMS products and deep logistics industry knowledge. This role requires strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude. Frequent travel and managing multiple projects are expected.

Qualifications

• Expertise in WMS functionality and implementation methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with mainstream WMS products like SAP EWM or Oracle WMS.
• Deep knowledge in logistics/supply chain industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead WMS project implementations from research to go-live.
• Collaborate with R&D to convey requirements and manage testing.
• Resolve on-site issues during integration and go-live.

Skills

WMS functionality

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

MySQL

Job description

Join our team as a Warehouse Management System (WMS) Project Lead and play a crucial role in ensuring successful project implementations.

Responsibilities

• Lead WMS project implementations from research to go-live, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery
• Collaborate with R&D teams to convey requirements, monitor software development progress, and manage testing phases
• Resolve issues on-site during system integration and go-live stages to expedite project completion
• Maintain clear communication with clients throughout project lifecycle for seamless implementation
• Summarize project experiences, create training materials, share industry case studies, and contribute to implementation methodology

Requirements

• Expertise in WMS functionality and implementation methodologies
• Hands‑on experience with at least one mainstream WMS product (e.g., SAP EWM, Oracle WMS, Manhattan, Blue Yonder)
• Deep domain knowledge in logistics/supply chain industries
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Fluency in English (written & spoken)
• Willingness to travel frequently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL
• Self‑driven problem‑solver with proactive attitude and ability to work independently under pressure

About Company

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