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Role: WMS MANHATTAN Tester

Location :Lisle, IL Onsite ( Hybrid )

Job Summary:

The WMS (Manhattan) Tester will be responsible for the end-to-end testing and quality assurance of the Manhattan WMS application. This includes developing test cases, executing tests, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with the development and operations teams to ensure that the system performs optimally. The role requires a deep understanding of warehouse and inventory management processes as well as hands-on experience with the Manhattan WMS. Should work in office minimum of 3 days a week (NO EXCEPTION) .

Key Responsibilities:
1. Test Planning & Design:
o Analyze functional and technical specifications for Manhattan WMS modules (receiving, inventory management, picking, packing, shipping, etc.).
o Develop comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases based on business requirements.
o Define test scripts, scenarios, and data requirements for various warehouse functions.

2. Test Execution:
o Conduct functional, integration, system, and regression testing of the Manhattan WMS.
o Execute both manual and automated tests to validate the system's performance, scalability, and reliability.
o Identify and troubleshoot issues, logging defects and collaborating with developers for fixes.

3. Automation:
o Implement test automation strategies for critical workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy in testing.
o Maintain and enhance automation scripts for recurring tests, as applicable.

4. Collaboration & Communication:
o Work closely with development teams, business analysts, and end-users to gather test requirements and clarify business needs.
o Participate in requirement review sessions and provide feedback on design and functionality.
o Communicate testing progress, results, and defect statuses to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

5. Documentation:
o Document testing processes, including test scripts, defect logs, and test completion reports.
o Maintain a repository of test cases and update them regularly based on system upgrades or changes in requirements.
o Create detailed test exit reports and participate in post-implementation reviews.

6. Support & Training:
o Assist in user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide support to end-users to ensure smooth operations.
o Train and mentor offshore testers or business users on the system as necessary.

Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related field.
• Experience: 3-5+ years of hands-on experience with Manhattan WMS, including at least 2 years in WMS testing or a quality assurance role.
• Total testing experience is minimum of 8 to 10 years
• Technical Skills:
o Strong knowledge of warehouse management functions and Manhattan WMS workflows.
o Proficiency in test management tools ADO, Qtest and defect tracking systems.
o Experience with automation tools (e.g., TOSCA, or other WMS-compatible tools) is a plus.
o Experience with Agile methodology and participation in scrum teams is mandatory

• Soft Skills:
o Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
o Ability to work collaboratively in a team and adapt in a dynamic environment.