Product Manager, Optimization & Advanced Analytics

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Lead the strategy and development of AI-driven optimization solutions in warehouse execution software, enhancing material flow, efficiency, and safety.

We are seeking a forward-thinking Product Manager to lead the strategy, development, and execution of AI-driven optimization solutions within Warehouse Execution Software (WES). This role focuses on applying artificial intelligence, IoT, and advanced analytics to optimize material flow, improve throughput, reduce downtime, and enhance safety and efficiency across warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing operations.

The Product Manager will define the product roadmap and work cross-functionally with engineering, data science, operations, and commercial teams to deliver intelligent, value-creating applications that power next-generation warehouse execution systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and own the AI optimization strategy and roadmap for WES, aligning with corporate goals and customer outcomes.
  • Lead development of advanced optimization features such as predictive maintenance, fleet performance, task orchestration, intelligent routing, resource allocation, and energy management.
  • Partner with software, data science, and hardware teams to design and deploy AI-powered solutions that integrate seamlessly across automation systems (MHE, AGVs, conveyors, robotics, etc.).
  • Conduct market analysis and gather customer feedback to identify unmet needs, emerging trends, and innovation opportunities.
  • Create ROI models, pricing strategies, and go-to-market plans that demonstrate measurable business value.
  • Ensure all AI-enabled features adhere to safety, data integrity, and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and champion for AI optimization within WES, representing the product with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to shape the future of AI in warehouse and logistics optimization.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

·         Career growth in a rapidly expanding AI and industrial technology domain.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Systems, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years of product management experience in warehouse execution, logistics technology, or industrial automation.
  • Strong understanding of WES/WMS/WCS architectures and material handling systems (AGVs, AMRs, conveyors, robotics, etc.).
  • Proven experience with AI/ML-based optimization, predictive analytics, and real-time decision-making systems.
  • Track record of successfully taking products from concept to launch in complex technical environments.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic thinker with execution focus.
  • Customer-first mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Comfortable operating at the intersection of AI technology and industrial applications.
  • Collaborative leadership and cross-functional influence.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Care Concierge Service
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax & Roth)
  • Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Milk Stork Program
  • Wellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challenges
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays)
  • Training & Development

    KPI Solutions provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by states, federal, or local law.

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Vision Insurance
  • Other Benefit: Training & Development
  • Paid Time Off: Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays)
  • Wellness Stipend: Wellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challenges

Created in July 2021 as a result of combination of Kuecker Logistics Group, PULSE Integration and QC Software by private equity firm Ares Management, KPI Integrated Solutions is a systems integrator that seeks out leading technologies within the areas of material handling equipment and information systems and combines them with proven design and operational strategies to help improve our customers’ operations. Our talented group of industry experts combine the powers of scalable material handling systems, innovative software and custom automation engineering for complete, unique solutions that help companies, across a broad spectrum of industry segments, become leaders in their industries. We are equipment agnostic, and our solutions incorporate leading technologies such as mobile robots, automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), automated guided vehicles (AGV), goods-to-person technology, sortation, and conveyor. KPI currently has approximately 200 FTEs and $150m revenue with growth expected to double in size (at a minimum) in the next 5 years through organic and acquisitive activities. KPI is backed by Ares Management. Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager operating integrated groups across Credit, Private Equity, Real Estate and Strategic Initiatives. They provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for their stakeholders and within their communities. By collaborating across their investment groups, they aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of March 31, 2021, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $207 billion of assets under management with more than 1,450 employees operating across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

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