Manager - Warehouse Automation

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Job Details

Title : Manager, Warehouse Automation (Software)

Job Code : 106460

Grade : J

Job Level : 8

FLSA Status : Exempt

Company : Drug Company

Function : Pharmaceutical Distribution Operations

Position Summary :

Under the direction of a Sr. Manager or Director, the Manager implements, inspects, integrates, tests, and supports various Material Handling Software solutions and implementations that form Cencora's key business operations.

Key Responsibilities :

Leads or assists the Project Teams with implementation, functional specifications, interface specification, testing, issue tracking, and trend analysis

Leads or assists corporate and / or division MHE enhancement projects with evaluations, implementation plans, testing, documentation, delivery, deployment for project software / systems / hardware / equipment, and project closeout

Leads or assists with training and support of automated Material Handling solutions.

Participates in the design, development, testing, and implementation of technologies to best meet the organization's cybersecurity needs

General Responsibilities :

Leads or assists with preparation of preliminary user requirements as well as, WCS support / modifications and documentation materials for all division systems.

Leads or assists in the development and rollout of training programs and materials that will assist the end-users and customers in better utilizing new or enhanced applications

Assists with business intelligence initiatives and projects

Performs related ad-hoc duties as assigned / as necessary

Experience and Educational Requirements :

The candidate requires an understanding of Software solutions. Normally requires some training in fields such as business, project management, administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences generally obtained through completion of a four-year bachelor's degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education. Normally requires a minimum of six (6) years directly related and progressively responsible experience.

Key Skills and Expertise :

ESSENTIAL

Programming skills in SQL Server / Oracle and / or Visual Studio / Java

Experience with Warehouse Material Handling and Automation Systems

Experience with writing Test plans and testing

PREFERRED

Experience with XML, JSON, FTP, and Telnet

Experience with Python, Azure, PowerBI, Databricks and VMWare

Familiarity with Functional and Interface Specification as well as Integration of various components into a larger system

Demonstrated issue resolution, analytical and problem-solving skills, including debugging application code and interface messaging

General Requirements :

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with various levels within the organization (Technical and non-technical resources, external vendors, etc.)

Demonstrated knowledge of project management concepts and associated tool usage

Good interpersonal skills; effective team player

Ability to write functional and technical specifications

Strong decision-making skills and customer service skills

Ability to work on several initiatives, production issues, etc. while meeting committed development delivery dates and managing individuals / teams as required

Ability to prioritize workload and consistently meet deadlines

Strong organizational skills; attention to detail

Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary to support division processing

This role is remotely based but the successful candidate must be willing to travel up to 20% per year

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit cencora

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call or email . We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies : AmerisourceBergen Services Corporation