Lead WCS / WES Application Analyst

A recognized retail services company in Georgia is looking to add a new Lead WCS / WES Application Analyst to their staff. In this role, the Lead WCS / WES Application Analyst be responsible for contributing to the design, implementation, support and ongoing maintenance/enhancement of the Warehouse Controls and RFID applications.
Responsibilities:
The Lead WCS / WES Application Analyst will:

• Gather, analyze, and document system solution requirements
• Create solutions utilizing user-centric design techniques
• Identify and effectively assess improvement opportunities in collaboration with Warehouse Operations, (productivity/efficiency gains, cost savings, etc.) as they relate to the Warehouse Controls systems
• Develop or modify complex software systems using disciplined software development processes
• Perform application configuration & Software enhancement installation in support of solution delivery initiatives
• Define and develop approaches for data conversion. To include the performance of the extract, load, and validation of converted data
• Recommend testing tools and database management systems as they relate to the Warehouse Controls systems
• Support solution testing efforts by developing test plans, preparing test environments, performing test execution, and validating test results
• Facilitate user story creation and backlog grooming in an agile delivery environment
• Utilize agile delivery methodologies and participate as a member of scrum teams in execution of solution delivery projects, within the Project Management Office guidelines
• Provide system support and work with DC operations team to troubleshoot issues
• Perform other duties, as needed

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of work experience as a Developer/Analyst with Warehouse Technology and Automation
• 5+ years of work experience with Visual Studio, Visual Basic or Visual C#, .NET, ASP.NET
• 5+ years of work experience - SQL, MySQL
• Experience with Change Management and Issue reporting on Service Now (SNOW)
• Experience with operating in a Global business and working within a mature Technology Project Management process framework
• Functional & Technical knowledge of Warehouse Controls, Technology and Automation Systems
• Solid understanding of Relational Databases and SQL query fundamentals to support required data analysis
• Solid understanding of Network Infrastructure; Ethernet, Data Highway Plus
• Solid understanding of Distribution Center and Logistics processes
• Comprehensive understanding of Testing concepts
• Solid understanding of Agile / Scrum Methodologies; Epics, user stories, acceptance criteria, definition of done, etc.
• Strong documentation skills
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organized

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science Engineering or related studies
• Solid understanding of Network Infrastructure; Ethernet, Data Highway Plus
• Experience with Developer Express
• Experience working with REST APIs, XML/XSLT, and JSONs
• Experience with Postman and API Management tools
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems as they relate to integration with Warehouse Automation systems, knowledge of Manhattan iSeries, WMOS, and/or WM Active
• Experience with RFID Supply Chain Use Cases