Distribution Center Configuration Analyst

Ferguson Enterprises • Waterloo, IA

1d • $3,420 - $7,402 • Onsite

About The Position

Ferguson is currently seeking a Configuration Analyst to join their team! As a Configuration Analyst, you will ensure the efficient warehouse management system operation for the Waterloo Distribution Center. Daily responsibilities include system configuration and supporting process improvement, tactical efforts, and critical initiatives by monitoring, reviewing, and updating the WMS system to improve efficiency. The role maintains accuracy of data published in systems leading to a more productive and efficient distribution center. General areas of responsibility include data management for the WMS system, Labor management system reconciliation, Publishing Performance Reports, Building Zoning & Slotting Assignments, and support projects as needed.

Requirements

• 2-5 years experience configuring and managing warehouse management systems, required
• Knowledge of SQL, ability to create, use, and analyze output of data
• Strong proficiency with computer and software programs, including all Microsoft Applications, required
• Intermediate to advance proficiency with MS Excel, including pivot tables, macros, and v-lookups, required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including troubleshooting system problems and submit corrections
• Solid interpersonal skills and ability to lead training sessions, both remote and in-person
• Project management skills

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with HighJump , strongly preferred
• Prior experience with Toad, preferred
• Experience using large scale data systems (PowerBI, Minitab, etc.)
• Prior experience with EZ Metrics, preferred
• Bachelors degree in supply chain, IT, or related field of study, preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve basic configuration issues to ensure safe and efficient storage of items
• Maintains the individual WMS slotting parameters and generates slotting reports on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
• Inserts / update WMS data based on slotting output using SQL.
• Ensures unit, case and pallet data is being collected timely and correctly
• Works with DC management to ensure re-slotting and DC profiling moves are carried out to optimize product flow through the DC
• Publishes reports and communicates key performance indicators and continuous improvement opportunities
• Performs labor management system administration data reconciliation on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
• Supports the development of labor standards in conjunction with the regional senior Industrial Engineer
• Participates in associate meetings and communicates any concerns to management
• Actively participates and engages with associates on the operational floor to solicit concerns or answer questions
• Support Process improvement/LEAN activities in the DC

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match
• mental health coverage
• gender affirming and family building benefits
• paid parental leave
• associate discounts
• community involvement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level