Zach Robida
Design Lead — Supply Chain Software & AI-Driven Solutions
- robidaz@gmail.com
- +1 (678) 524-3186
- Atlanta, GA
- LinkedIn Profile
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Zach Robida is a Design Lead at Manhattan Associates with 8 years of experience delivering high-impact supply chain software solutions for federal government clients. He bridges the gap between functional design and technical implementation — translating complex business requirements into scalable, well-documented solutions on platforms ranging from cloud-native FedRAMP environments to modern Angular-based logistics applications. Zach is an automation-first thinker who actively embeds AI into his workflow, using GitHub Copilot among other tools to accelerate design documentation, reduce manual overhead, and raise the quality bar for his entire team. Recognized with a Spirit Award for Master Mentor in 2025, he consistently elevates the consultants around him through structured coaching, delegated ownership, and a relentless focus on process improvement.
To Whom It May Concern, For the past eight years, I have focused on solving complex problems at the intersection of enterprise software, supply chain operations, and evolving technology — consistently identifying where systems break down and designing better ways to make them work. Within my first year as a consultant at Manhattan Associates, I identified a critical bottleneck in our release process: a growing testing backlog that constrained delivery. I taught myself Python and built a dynamic Selenium-based automation framework, transforming a manual process into a scalable system and significantly improving release throughput. That experience shaped how I approach problems today — not as isolated tasks, but as systems that can be optimized, automated, and continuously improved. Since then, I have expanded into a Design Lead role, responsible for delivering multi-million-dollar implementations and guiding solution design end-to-end. I work directly with clients to understand their business processes, define requirements, and architect solutions that are both technically sound and operationally practical. Across these engagements, I have consistently introduced automation and, more recently, AI-driven approaches to improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and enhance decision-making. My focus today is on applying AI as a practical layer within real systems — not as a standalone capability, but as an integrated component that enhances workflows, accelerates development, and enables smarter operations. I am particularly interested in how AI-driven feedback loops can continuously refine systems over time, creating compounding gains in efficiency and quality. What differentiates me is not a specific toolset, but a mindset: I question assumptions, identify constraints, make tough decisions, and design solutions that scale. I am comfortable operating across technical implementation, system design, and stakeholder communication. I am seeking an opportunity where I can apply this approach to help organizations design and implement AI-enabled systems that deliver measurable impact. If that aligns with your company's goals, I greatly welcome the opportunity to connect. Zach Robida
Work History
Project Highlights
AI-Driven Documentation Repository (Current Effort)
Syncfusion + Figma Design System (LogX1)
Digital Proof of Delivery
FEMA State Portal
Manhrobo — Automated Testing Framework
FedRAMP Cloud Vulnerability Automation Pipeline
Skills & Proficiency
He has exhibited a talent I have only seen in two or three new consultants over my time with MA.
Zach ramped up on the MATM solution, helped translate FEMA's SCPP solution into MATM, and established key contacts throughout the company to enhance his skills and progress his projects forward. In the coming year, Zach will be critical in designing FEMA's MASC solution and driving the project to a successful 2027 go-live.
Zach has had a great first year as a Design Lead — not just leading design phases, but spearheading internal initiatives to help us deliver higher-quality solutions more quickly and efficiently. These efforts were impactful from both a design and development perspective.
Zach had another great year and is performing well-beyond the role of a Senior Consultant. His FEMA solution knowledge, technical and design skills, and ability to work well within our team makes him an invaluable resource to our department and Manhattan as a whole.
Zach played a critical role in our COVID response for FEMA. He worked long hours and solved difficult functional problems. His input will be invaluable as we move into 2021 with many new projects and initiatives on the horizon.
Zach has continued to grow in many areas of his professional and technical development. He has proven that he can work on some of the most challenging tasks and master them as quickly as anyone. He has continued to show some of the best initiative I've seen at Manhattan.
Zach is off to an outstanding start in his career at MA. He has made contributions beyond what is expected of a new consultant — a very quick learner, a hard worker, and able to understand complex systems.
Zach received the Q4 2025 Spirit Award for Master Mentor — recognized for building durable design instincts across the consulting team through structured coaching, delegated ownership, and an open-door approach to knowledge transfer.
Completed 18 campus recruiting interviews in Fall 2025 — ranking in the top 5 interviewers company-wide — demonstrating sustained commitment to bringing top talent into the organization.