Project Manager, Warehouse Retrofit, WMS Transformation

The Berner Group

. Take end-to-end responsibility for the multi-year warehouse retrofit, intralogistics and WMS transformation program across logistics sites .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeKünzelsau • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing complex warehouse and logistics transformation projects, with a strong focus on WMS implementation, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in overseeing project timelines, budgets, and quality while ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations.

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WMS ImplementationWarehouse Retrofit ManagementStakeholder ManagementCross-Functional Project LeadershipGerman And English Language Skills

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementProcess DesignTestingMigrationCutoverRamp-UpAutomation TechnologyMaterial Flow ProcessesBudget ManagementRisk Management

Soft Skills

Confident CommunicationStructured ApproachSolution-Oriented MindsetAssertivenessCross-Departmental Coordination

Tools & Technologies

Warehouse Management SystemsConveyor TechnologyShuttle SystemsHigh-Bay WarehousesPick & Pack Operations

Industry Keywords

IntralogisticsLogisticsBrownfield ProjectsInvestment ProjectsComplex Project Structures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take end-to-end responsibility for the multi-year warehouse retrofit, intralogistics and WMS transformation program across logistics sites
Lead cross-functional workstreams and coordinate internal and external project partners across Operations, IT, Intralogistics, Construction, Finance, Purchasing and other departments
Manage project timelines, budgets, quality, risks, dependencies and business continuity
Oversee implementation and integration of the new WMS, including process design, testing, migration, cutover and ramp-up
Coordinate retrofit, automation and construction activities involving conveyor technology, shuttle systems, high-bay warehouses, pick & pack operations and expansions
Ensure activities continue during ongoing operations with minimal impact on delivery capability and service levels
Manage external planners, suppliers, IT and intralogistics partners, and relevant approval processes
Prepare and facilitate Steering Committees and Management Reviews
Develop decision-making documents for Senior Management and the Executive Board

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of experience as an Overall Project Manager, Program Manager or Senior Project Lead in complex warehouse, logistics or intralogistics projects
Proven track record of successfully implementing retrofit, brownfield or comparable transformation projects during ongoing warehouse operations
Extensive experience in WMS implementations or migrations, including testing, cutover and ramp-up
Familiarity with automated conveyor technology, shuttle and goods-to-person systems, high-bay warehouses, pick & pack operations and material flow processes
Experience managing large-scale investment projects and complex, cross-functional project structures
Strong stakeholder management skills and confident communication at all levels, from the shop floor to Executive Management and the Executive Board
Structured, solution-oriented and assertive approach with an overall perspective in complex project environments
Very good German and English language skills
Strong willingness to work on-site, particularly in Künzelsau and Ingelfingen
Application including availability and salary expectations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Job bike leasing (JobRad)
Commuting allowance
Wellpass membership & corporate benefits
Company pension scheme
Opportunities for further training
Technically modern equipped workplace
Company restaurant in Künzelsau or meal vouchers in Cologne
Attractive conditions for our products in the BERNER online shop