The Senior Manager, Automation Systems Development will lead the organization in developing, maintaining, and governing the development, improvements, and stability of automation software systems.  This individual will promote code development best practices, principles, and standards. This individual will lead the business modelers and developers with the solutions, design, and development of automation software solutions, data and interfaces.  They will partner and collaborate with operations and implementation teams in producing agile and sustainable processes for the deployment and management of automated solutions across non-production and production environments. This role is responsible for internally developed automation systems and warehouse management and execution systems, including new builds and retrofits.  They will mentor and manage Systems development team and external vendors engaged for the development purpose.  This role will be responsible for the growth, career, and succession planning and performance management of direct reports.  This individual will identify key global business requirements and translate into workable requirements containing process information, data flows, comprehensive technical specifications and contribute to test plans - challenging any requests that may be unreasonable or unnecessary - and ultimately ensuring that project deliverables are met according to requirements. 

What you’ll do:

Leading development of software solutions and team related to warehouse automation systems and warehouse management or execution systems including external vendor managed contracts. Primary WES application product owner leading the automation software development. Lead and facilitate the creation and implementation of automation software governance practices and other automation tools.  Responsible for solution development, break-fix, proof of concept and enhancement related KPIs (Standard DORA metrics) Prioritize features and enhancements for product portfolio, working with all stakeholders Work closely with the internal/external partners to develop & delivery, responsible for completing tasks within deadlines & budgets

What you’ll need:

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or equivalent; or equivalent combination of education and experience required 8 – 10 years of experience with Developing, managing team of developers enterprise software applications functionality such as WES/WCS, WMS, Distribution, Transportation, and Labor Management.  Demonstrated ability to lead a small team is required. Knowledge of various and diverse operation systems, languages, platforms, databases, etc. (ie Unix, Windows, Java, .Net, Python, SQL, Oracle, etc.) Must be able to travel up to 30% 

What Could Set You Apart:

Experience developing/architecting within multiple WES platforms (DiQ, Exacta, Momentum, Sync, etc.) or in-house/homegrown WES technology Knowledge of warehousing & 3PL industries.  Needs to be a first-class problem solver – Logical and efficient, with keen attention to detail. Able to boil complex problems down to their constituent elements, and then formulate and evaluate a range of alternative solutions. Must have excellent conceptual design skills – an instinctive feel for which solutions ‘fit’ and which need rethinking.  Experience managing multiple Projects and priorities simultaneously  Strong communications skills (written/verbal), with emphasis on demonstrated ability to translate complex concepts between business and technical groups. 

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, or bending Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks May require travel by automobile and airplane May require visiting facility operations in temperatures at or below freezing May carry loads related to travel and occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds Requires the use of various electronic tools Occasionally works evenings or weekends in order to complete objectives or to attend meetings Requires the ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: must partner with colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes Requires the performance of work activities including reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to constructive feedback from executive management

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer:

Our associates know the answer to the question What’s in it for me We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.

The Company’s good-faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for this position is $156,000 - $195,000 annually. Rate may vary based on work location. 

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.

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