WMS Specialist

WMS Specialist

Cambridgeshire

This is a rare opportunity to step into a large-scale, international WMS transformation and be properly upskilled into a specialist role, not thrown in at the deep end.

We’re supporting a major EMEA warehouse management rollout, with a May 2026 go-live across the UK, followed by further European deployments. To support this, the business is intentionally splitting capability – and one of the roles is a a permanent junior-to-mid level hire to own configuration, support, and continuity long-term

You’ll work alongside (and be mentored by) an experienced Manhattan consultant, gradually taking ownership of configuration, support, testing, and process improvements as the system moves from implementation into business-as-usual.

What You’ll Be Doing

This role is about learning, owning, and then optimising a live WMS environment.

Over time, you will:

• Support and maintain a live Warehouse Management System (Manhattan Active)
• Configure workflows to support inbound, outbound, picking, storage, and dispatch operations
• Assist with system testing (UAT, regression testing, change validation)
• Troubleshoot system issues and support operational teams
• Document and maintain SOPs, workflows, and system playbooks
• Support training and onboarding of warehouse users
• Act as a bridge between IT, operations, and external partners

Initially, you’ll shadow and learn. Long-term, you’ll become the go-to configuration specialist.

What We’re Looking For

This role is intentionally open to junior or mid-level profiles.

You do not need Manhattan Active experience if you have:

• Hands-on experience supporting or configuring any WMS
• Exposure to warehouse operations and system-driven processes
• A genuine interest in how systems enable operational performance
• The ability to document processes clearly and work methodically

You will succeed in this role if you are:

• Curious and coachable
• Comfortable working between IT and operations
• Happy starting with support/configuration and growing into design ownership
• Looking for a long-term specialist career path, not a short-term project

Experience That Helps (But Isn’t All Mandatory)

• WMS configuration or support experience
• Exposure to ERP/WMS integrations (SAP exposure helpful, not essential)
• SOP or process documentation experience
• Data analysis or reporting exposure
• Warehouse or distribution centre environments
• Multi-site or international operations exposure

Why This Role Is Different

• You’re not competing with a consultant, you’re being developed alongside one
• The workload is realistic and sustainable long-term
• There is a clear progression path into a senior WMS / systems specialist role
• The project has visibility, budget, and leadership backing
• You won’t be overqualified during quiet periods or overwhelmed during peak ones

Package

• £40,000 – £60,000 depending on experience and responsibility
• Structured mentoring and skills development
• Long-term ownership of a live, international WMS environment
• Hybrid working