Automation Delivery Manager; Warehouse Automation & WMS exp. req

Position: Automation Delivery Manager (Warehouse Automation & WMS exp. req.)
Automation Delivery Manager (Warehouse Automation & WMS exp. req.)
Location: SW suburbs of Chicago, IL
Salary: OTE $160-200K + Incredible Benefits
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life 401(k) w/ match, Holidays, PTO, and more
Travel:
Up to 30% to client sites (Domestic)
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical

Hours:

Mon-Fri, 8-5 pm (Flexible);
Hybrid 2 days remote
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available

Automation Delivery Manager (Automation Solutions exp. req.) Description

Our client, a fast-growing leader in warehouse automation solutions, is seeking an Automation Delivery Manager to join their team based outside of Chicago, IL. This senior leadership role is responsible for the end-to-end design, coordination, and execution of complex warehouse automation and WMS-driven implementations. You will lead cross-functional teams spanning software, controls, engineering, and client services to ensure automation solutions integrate seamlessly with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and supporting technologies.

Acting as the primary bridge between internal teams and client stakeholders, you'll drive clarity, accountability, and results across all phases of delivery. This role is ideal for a delivery leader who thrives in technically complex environments and is passionate about building a scalable, high-performance fulfillment and distribution system.

Automation Delivery Manager (Automation Solutions exp. req.) Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of warehouse automation projects, from design to implementation

• Define technical and operational requirements in partnership with clients and internal teams

• Guide cross-functional teams across software, engineering, and integration

• Align backend logic, data interfaces, and workflows to meet business goals

• Communicate complex decisions clearly and drive stakeholder alignment

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, including executive-level communication

• Oversee solution documentation (e.g., interface and UI design specs)

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to best practices

• Support strategic sales efforts by advising on trends and technical possibilities

Automation Delivery Manager (Automation Solutions exp. req.) Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required

• 3+ years of hands-on experience delivering warehouse automation solutions required

• Direct experience with WMS platforms and system integrations (WMS, WCS, WES) required

• Experience managing large-scale automation projects ($1M+ budgets) required

• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and deliver client-facing projects required

• Willing to travel up to 30% (Domestic) required