General InformationJob Title: Design Lead/Architect, Manhattan Active Order Management
Primary Job Location: United States (Remote)
Location Flexibility: Remote, US based
Employment Type: Contract, 12 months (renewable), full-time hours. Full-time employment with Fulfillment IQ Inc. is also available.
Hiring Timeline: Immediate
Reporting Line: SVP, Enterprise Systems
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Eligibility: Open to candidates residing in Georgia (Atlanta preferred), Texas, Florida, or Tennessee.
Role Overview:You will be a functional design authority on a global Manhattan Active platform, translating complex operational and customer requirements into scalable solutions on Manhattan Active Order Management, embedded in a large, multi-customer program. The core of the job is protecting a shared global template: running Fit-to-Template and GAP analyses, challenging unnecessary customization, and guiding configurators and engineers through go-live. The role works US Eastern or Central business hours, with travel of up to 40%, including international travel to Latin America.
Mandate:- Lead functional solution design for Manhattan Active Order Management implementations and template enhancements
- Run Fit-to-Template and GAP analyses and decide between standard functionality, configuration, process change, integration, or extension
- Protect the global template: challenge unnecessary customization and consolidate recurring needs into reusable functionality
- Translate approved designs into clear configuration requirements and extension specifications
- Guide configurators and extension engineers, and support testing through go-live and stabilization
Must-Have Qualifications:- Technical: 5+ years in WMS/OMS solution design, functional architecture, product consulting, or implementation
- Technical: strong, hands-on functional expertise in Manhattan Active Order Management, including its configuration concepts, capabilities, and limitations (Manhattan Active WM is a plus)
- Technical: designing across complex integrations, with a working understanding of APIs and extension development and their functional implications
- Functional: deep understanding of order management processes (order capture, validation, sourcing, allocation, fulfillment orchestration) and proven Fit-to-Template and GAP analysis
- Should have experience in customizing and implementing Order Management system to support various modules, such as but not limited to, Inventory as Service, Promise Date, Third Party Logistic, Ship from Store, and Same day Delivery functionalities. Experience in Inventory Hub module in MAO.
- Experience working with and validating Order Configuration, Available to Commerce, Allocation, Release and Fulfilment Optimization Strategy, Fulfilment Outage, etc.
- Functional: supporting implementations from design through testing, deployment, and stabilization, with the confidence to challenge proposed solutions
- Language: professional working proficiency in English, written and spoken. Spanish is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:Functional Architecture and Solution Design- Translate business requirements into documented functional designs and solution specifications
- Evaluate options across standard functionality, configuration, process adjustment, integration, and extension
- Ensure end-to-end consistency across warehouse management, order management, and surrounding applications
Global Template Development and Governance- Contribute to continuous development of the global Manhattan Active template
- Apply design principles, configuration guardrails, and architecture standards
- Support functional change requests, impact assessments, and the template roadmap; escalate deviations
Configuration and Development Support- Write configuration requirements and extension specifications from approved designs
- Review configuration approaches and technical designs against intended business processes
- Assess impact of enhancements across MAO, integrations, reporting, and extensions
Testing, Deployment, and Knowledge Transfer- Define functional acceptance criteria and critical end-to-end test scenarios
- Support QA, SIT, and UAT; drive functional issue resolution through go-live and stabilization
- Facilitate design workshops, document decisions, and coach super users and configurators
Compensation and Benefits:Compensation is competitive and based on experience. Contract engagements are paid at an agreed hourly or daily rate; full-time roles are paid a base salary in USD. We discuss compensation openly at the first screening call.
United StatesThe benefits below apply to full-time employees of Fulfillment IQ Inc. Contractors are engaged on a fixed-term contract rate.
Health and Wellness- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- Employee wellness programs where applicable
Time Off- Competitive paid time off, sick leave, and public holidays
- Flexible leave policies that respect local labour standards
Retirement and Financial Security- Employee stock options (ESOP), where applicable
Professional Growth- Dedicated learning and development budget, with support for skills, leadership, and career progression
Flexible Work- Remote and hybrid work options, flexible hours aligned to role and client needs
Additional Perks- Equipment and workstation allowances, internet and business travel reimbursements, team events and offsites
Work Authorization and Sponsorship:Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring:FIQ uses artificial intelligence to assist in the screening, assessment, and shortlisting of applications for this position, including features within our applicant tracking system. AI supports human reviewers and does not make hiring decisions on its own. Final hiring decisions are made by FIQ personnel. If you have questions about how AI is used in this process, contact [redacted].
Accommodations:FIQ is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. In line with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local law, reasonable accommodations are available on request at any stage of recruitment and assessment. Contact [redacted] and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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