IT Specialist

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Provide frontline support for warehouse systems by serving as the primary liaison between IT, regional operations leadership, and warehouse floor users. Responsible for troubleshooting system issues, supporting WMS functionality, maintaining master data, training local users, and escalating technical problems to corporate IT as needed. Ensure smooth and efficient daily warehouse operations through proactive system monitoring and issue prevention. This job is onsite and works from Sun-Wed (1st shift) days, or Mon-Fri (2nd shift) nights. Paying $36.12 per hour.

How you create impact

• Act as primary on-site contact for warehouse system issues, providing first-level troubleshooting and escalating to IT as needed.
• Monitor system performance and maintain WMS data, including location master data, SKUs, and system configurations.
• Support system updates, validate setups, and ensure alignment with customer and operational requirements.
• Deliver user support and training for warehouse staff, including onboarding and new system features.
• Maintain process documentation, update SOPs, and support accurate reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations leaders and corporate IT, on system upgrades and implementations.

What we would like you to bring

• 3+ years of experience in shipping/receiving, inventory control, warehouse operations, or similar environment.
• Hands-on experience with warehouse management systems (WMS: Blue Yonder, SAP) and related operational technology (RF scanners, printers, etc.).
• Strong troubleshooting skills with ability to diagnose and resolve system or process-related errors.
• Working knowledge of customer requirements and how they translate into system configuration.
• Ability to bridge gaps between system capabilities and operational workflows.
• Strong interpersonal skills—including communication, teamwork, customer service, and a positive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and shifting priorities.

What's in it for you

At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The hourly wage range for this position is $36.12 per hour. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI--On-Site

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