System Implementation Analyst - 1st Shift

Company: XPO Logistics, Inc.
Location: Lithia Springs
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pmLogistics done differently.At XPO Logistics, we believe that state-of-the-art technology drives our success. As the System Implementation Analyst, you will be the main contact for Warehouse Management System (WMS) users including setting up new accounts and offering advanced training. Your focus will be system configuration, ensuring end-to-end functionality for system users. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.Pay, benefits and more.We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more. What you'll do on a typical day:* Define business requirements for JDA software patch deployment, software upgrades, system configuration, UAT and SIT* Conduct software implementation training for maintenance, startups and upgrades* Design, test and implement process improvements* Create training documents and resources for system users* Collaborate with IT and customers to develop testing scenarios, conduct system tests, identify discrepancies, troubleshoot solutions and provide resolutions * Work with Inventory Management on WMS configuration and stock reconciliations* Acquire information about emerging functionalities and solutions and implement them within the business* Assist all departments and other on-site business partners with interfacing requests with JDA WMS softwareWhat you need to succeed at XPO:At a minimum, you'll need:* Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience* 1 year of experience in logistics systems implementation* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint)* Understanding of WMS, order management applications and database systemsIt'd be great if you also have: * 1 year of experience in a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) environment* Experience developing SAAG/dashboards and other reporting experiences in SQL and Tableau* Recent experience with one or more WMS, preferably SAP, Oracle; implementation experience with JDA/Red Prairie and WM7* Experience as a superuser in a distribution, warehousing, assembly or contract packaging operation * Knowledgeable about identifying opportunities to increase accuracy, optimize resources, and develop, recommend and implement solutions* Demonstrated ability to train all levels of employees * Ability to interpret customer specifications into operational process flows, utilize WMS functionality to resolve business operational problems and articulate WMS functionality to others* Strong time and project management skills Be part of something big.XPO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.XPO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with XPO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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