Solutions Architect (Business Analyst WMS)

Who We Are E80 Group is a multinational company specialized in the development of automated and integrated intralogistics solutions for manufacturers of consumer goods, operating in the beverage, food, tissue, and other sectors. The main systems produced by E80 Group include: palletizing robots, laser-guided vehicles, robotic stretch wrappers and labelers, and automated high-density warehouses. The entire logistics flow is centrally managed by the SM.I.LE80 software platform (Smart Integrated Logistics), that ensures the efficient integration of the systems, guaranteeing the optimal management of all operations: from the entry of raw materials to the storage, right through to shipping. With 14 branches located worldwide, the Group believes in 5 values: Enthusiasm, Charisma, Know-How, Humility, Wisdom. These are the pillars of E80 Group's corporate culture, which is always close to customers, people, and the territory. Who You Are “It’s our fears that will limit our success, not our mistakes. The secret to successful hiring is to look for people who are not afraid of failing and want to change the world” – E80 Group CEO and Founder, Enrico Grassi Sounds like you? Great! Here’s what E80 Group has to offer. Position description: We are seeking a Business Analyst to play a strategic role in designing E80 Group solutions. This role will be responsible for the detailed analysis of the client's logistics flows and gathering business requirements, with the goal of defining the software solution specifications, modeling the integration of the SM.I.LE80-WMS (Warehouse Management System) and into the client's operational and information processes. This role will serve as a key player and liaison between the client's logistics and IT departments and the internal E80 Group teams (Sales, Project Management, and Software). Duties and Responsabilities:

• Lead the design phase of the E80 Group solution, understanding the client's intralogistics processes through two main areas, both supported by structured tools for managing software requirements:
• Gathering and mapping business requirements, then translating them into functional and technical elements that will form the basis for developing the SM.I.LE80 software solution
• Defining the integration between the SM.I.LE80 software and the client's information systems (e.g., ERP, MES)
• Supporting the solution development phase, both with the E80 Group internal development team and the client's IT team
• Active participation in the development, testing, and installation phases of the E80 Group solution to ensure quality and compliance with the client's business requirements and solution design
• Structured management of project change requests and client feedback

Qualitifcations:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
• At least 5 Years of previous experience

* Technical expertise:

• Warehouse systems knowledge: Experience with and a deep understanding of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and automated material handling systems (MHE)
• Integration: Familiarity with integration protocols (like APIs, XML, and JSON) is highly valuable

* Operational and domain knowledge:

• Logistics and supply chain: Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain concepts and logistics operations, including picking, packing, and inventory management

* Soft skills:

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills are required together with strong customer-facing abilities
• Ability to learn quickly and think creatively
• Strong logical and analytical skills, with proven capacity to work efficiently and resolve conflicts effectively
• Detail-oriented individual with the ability to quickly assimilate and apply new concepts, business models, and technologies

What’s In It For You Compensation: $100K - $110K DOE (FLSA Exempt) Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life, STD, LTD, PTO, 401K match Travel: Up to 25% Location: Chicago (IL) Not just a job, but Career Growth: Our steady year-over-year growth has fostered a culture of talent development where we constantly create opportunities for you to learn, grow, and feel empowered to realize your full potential, whichever career path you choose. E80 World Academy: Prepare to be wowed by our innovative training and learning paths. We deliver cutting-edge insights so you can hone your expertise to be successful in your job. #BE80: You will become part of a dynamic and collaborative team where giving back is close to our hearts—an integral part of our success and core to the #BE80 Culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration. E80 Group does not tolerate any kind of discrimination or offensive behavior against one's personality (for example, moral, sexual or other kind of harassment, intimidation, persecution and other), or social exclusion or unfair treatment due to nationality, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, genetic features, family status, religions or political views or physical disabilities, veteran status, citizenship status, marital status, or pregnancy. We honor our commitments under articles 1 and 18 of Law No. 68/1999 and give special consideration to candidates in protected categories.