IT Automation Engineer

ppbReady to Join the Backstage Crew? /b /ppAt Bleckmann, we’ve been delivering on promises since 1862. As a market leader in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, we keep the show running behind the scenes — from moving boxes to moving data, from pack ship to IT and HR. /ppBut we’re not just logistics experts. We’re The Backstage Crew — a tight-knit team of 6,500+ people who make fashion and lifestyle brands shine by doing the work that matters most, out of the spotlight but never out of impact. /ppWhether you're on the warehouse floor or behind a screen, you’ll find: /pullipbStrong connections /b with colleagues who support and celebrate you. /p /lilipbFast growth /b in a company that’s expanding across Europe, the US, and Asia. /p /lilipbHigh energy /b in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. /p /lilipbGuided freedom /b to take initiative, solve problems your way, and grow your career. /p /li /ulpWe believe in bentrepreneurship, expertise, excellence, /bandb engagement /b — and we live these values every day. From repairing returned goods to reducing waste, we help brands extend product lifecycles with sustainability in mind. /ppSo if you’re ready to roll out the red carpet for our clients — and for each other — we’ve got a spot for you. /ppBehind the scenes is where the real excitement begins. Ready to join us? /ph3Purpose of the Job /h3pAt Bleckmann, we drive logistics excellence through engineering and innovation, focusing on warehousing and supply chain optimization. Bleckmann initiated its automation journey and aims to make the most of it, running automation systems such as AutoStore/KCC, WCS platforms (e.g. Parallel, Enjoy Automation), and robotic picking solutions (HAI, Kardex). /ppThe IT Automation Engineer plays a critical role in the rollout of new warehouse automation projects, acting as the connecting link between automation suppliers, warehouse operations, and internal IT — from initial requirements through to go-live and ongoing support. /ppBy driving these rollouts, the IT Automation Engineer supports cost reduction, operational scalability, and Bleckmann's innovation agenda, keeping warehouse operations ahead of technological advancements. /ph3Task Description /h3h3Requirement Definition Business Analysis (30%) /h3ulliGather business and operational requirements from warehouse operations for new automation projects. /liliTranslate requirements into functional specifications, process flows, and system interface definitions together with vendors. /liliAnalyze current warehouse processes to identify where automation adds value and where system design needs adjustment. /liliValidate proposed system design against operational reality through site visits, testing, and feedback loops. /li /ulh3Stakeholder Collaboration Project Follow-up (40%) /h3ulliAct as the main point of contact between automation suppliers, warehouse operations, internal IT teams (networking, infrastructure/sysadmins, WMS team), and the on-site LEAP implementation team. /liliCoordinate and follow up on project planning, milestones, and open issues with suppliers and site teams. /liliWork hands-on with the LEAP (automation) implementation team on site during rollout, staying close to the physical/technical realities of installation and commissioning. /liliFacilitate workshops and design/kick-off sessions with stakeholders across IT and operations. /liliInvolve the right internal IT department (network, infra, WMS) when a project requires it, and ensure alignment between them, the LEAP implementation team, and the automation supplier. /liliProvide regular project status updates to management and site stakeholders. /li /ulh3Continuous Improvement (20%) /h3ulliStay informed of industry trends in warehouse automation, WCS/WES systems, and robotics. /liliIdentify and recommend improvements to automation processes and system configuration based on operational feedback. /liliDocument lessons learned and best practices from project rollouts for reuse on future sites/projects. /liliLead post-implementation reviews to capture what worked and what should change for the next rollout. /li /ulh33rd-Line Supplier Support Management (10%) /h3ulliAct as escalation point for 3rd-line support issues with automation suppliers once a system is live. /liliTrack supplier SLAs and follow up on unresolved technical issues. /liliCoordinate between internal IT/operations and the supplier's technical support during complex incidents. /liliAct as a senior point of reference for the IT Automation support department, sharing knowledge and experience on complex supplier/support issues. /li /ulh3Your profile /h3h31. Technical Expertise /h3ullibBusiness Understanding: /bAbility to understand warehouse operational needs and translate them into functional/technical requirements. /lilibIT Collaboration

Skills:
/bProven ability to work with IT infrastructure, networking, and WMS teams to ensure system feasibility and inte