Specialist II Distribution & Transportation Systems

Distribution & Transportation

$75K — $112K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Distribution, or Transportation
  • Experience with distribution systems or business applications preferred
  • Exposure to platforms like Manhattan Active WM (MAWM) or similar WMS tools is a plus
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain operations
  • Familiarity with transportation and distribution best practices and KPIs

Responsibilities

  • Own and optimize core systems, acting as the subject matter expert for key applications
  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance workflows and KPIs
  • Collaborate across teams to design solutions and support system integrations
  • Turn data into decisions by tracking and analyzing performance metrics
  • Standardize and scale best practices through compliance programs and SOPs
  • Lead training and adoption to empower users and optimize system utilization
  • Shape the future of supply chain technology by recommending new tools and innovations

Benefits

  • Be at the forefront of supply chain innovation and transformation
  • Work alongside cross-functional leaders and technical experts
  • Make a measurable impact on efficiency, cost savings, and operational performance
  • Grow your career in a role that blends technology, operations, and strategy
Full Job Description
Category/Area of Expertise: Data-Science & Analytics
Job Requisition: 532211
Address: USA-ME-Scarborough-145 Pleasant Hill Rd
Store Code: ADUSA Distribution Services (5134652)

Make an impact where operations meet innovation

Are you passionate about optimizing systems and driving efficiency across complex supply chains? Join our team as a Specialist II, Distribution & Transportation Systems, where you'll play a key role in shaping how our distribution network operates today-and evolves for the future.

In this role, you won't just support systems-you'll own them, improve them, and help transform how we move products at scale.

What You'll Do

As a critical bridge between Supply Chain Operations and IT, you will:
  • Own and optimize core systems
    Act as the subject matter expert for key Distribution and Transportation applications (e.g., WMS3000, MAWM Active, VoCollect and more), ensuring they operate efficiently and deliver value.
  • Drive continuous improvement
    Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance performance, and improve KPIs across the supply chain network.
  • Collaborate across teams
    Partner with IT, Logistics, and Supply Chain leadership to design solutions, implement enhancements, and support system integrations.
  • Turn data into decisions
    Help define, track, and analyze key performance metrics-then share insights that drive smarter, faster decision-making.
  • Standardize and scale best practices
    Develop and maintain compliance programs, SOPs, and system standards to ensure consistency across the distribution network.
  • Lead training and adoption
    Create and evolve training programs that empower users and drive effective system utilization.
  • Shape the future of supply chain technology
    Recommend new tools, systems, and innovations that improve operational efficiency and support long-term growth.
  • Be a change champion
    Support a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and adaptability across the organization.
What You Bring

Experience & Background
  • 4+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Distribution, or Transportation
  • Experience working with distribution systems or business applications (preferred)
  • Exposure to platforms like Manhattan Active WM (MAWM), Dozuki or similar WMS tools is a plus
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Knowledge & Expertise
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain operations
  • Familiarity with transportation and distribution best practices and KPIs
  • Knowledge of supply chain technologies and vendors across logistics systems
Skills That Set You Apart
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills-you know how to work across teams and influence outcomes
  • Analytical thinker who can translate data into actionable insights
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Confident in presenting ideas and driving initiatives forward
  • Project Management skills; being able to manage multiple project is a must.
What Makes You Successful
  • You're a self-starter who takes ownership and follows through
  • You thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • You're comfortable driving change and continuous improvement
  • You build trust easily and can work effectively across all levels of the organization
  • You bring a mindset of innovation and problem-solving
Why Join Us?
  • Be at the forefront of supply chain innovation and transformation
  • Work alongside cross-functional leaders and technical experts
  • Make a measurable impact on efficiency, cost savings, and operational performance
  • Grow your career in a role that blends technology, operations, and strategy
Salary:

-$75,000-112,000, depending on experience.

If you're excited about improving systems, solving complex challenges, and driving real business impact-we'd love to hear from you.

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