Warehouse Management System Solution Architect

Ampstek; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a WMS Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of Blue Yonder WMS solutions. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and providing technical guidance to the implementation team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in warehouse management systems, particularly with Blue Yonder, and a strong understanding of the healthcare distribution industry. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment where innovation and collaboration are key to success.

Qualifikationen

• 10-13+ years of experience in WMS design and implementation, focusing on Blue Yonder.
• Strong understanding of relational databases and data modeling.

Aufgaben

• Lead the architecture and design for Blue Yonder WMS implementations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements.

Kenntnisse

Blue Yonder WMS

SQL

MOCA

Groovy

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

APIs

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Blue Yonder Reporting Tools

Jobbeschreibung

Warehouse Management System Solution Architect

Position: WMS Solution Architect

Type: Contract (Hybrid) – 3 Days onsite / week

Location: Berlin, Germany

German speaking is mandatory for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end solution architecture and design for Blue Yonder WMS 2021+ implementations, ensuring alignment with client business objectives, functional requirements, and Infosys technical standards.
• Develop detailed solution design documents, including process flows, data models, integration mappings (e.g., APIs, EDI), security considerations, and configuration specifications.
• Evaluate and recommend best practices for Blue Yonder WMS configuration and customization, aiming for optimal performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Design resilient and adaptable solutions capable of accommodating future growth, changing business needs, and regulatory updates.
• Ensure WMS architecture complies with healthcare industry regulations (e.g., FDA, HIPAA, GxP), data privacy mandates, and client security policies.
• Business Requirements Analysis & Solutioning:
• Collaborate with client stakeholders (e.g., supply chain, logistics, operations, quality assurance) to gather, analyze, and document detailed functional and non-functional requirements.
• Lead client workshops and facilitated sessions to elicit requirements and validate proposed solutions, ensuring a clear understanding of business needs and pain points.
• Translate business requirements into clear, concise, and technically feasible specifications that can be effectively implemented by the project team.
• Identify potential gaps between client needs and standard Blue Yonder WMS functionality and propose well-reasoned solutions, including customizations when necessary.
• Technical Implementation & Oversight:
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight to the Blue Yonder WMS implementation team, including Infosys developers, consultants, and testing resources, ensuring adherence to best practices and project standards.
• Collaborate with technical resources to configure, customize, test, and validate the WMS system, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Work closely with the integration team to ensure seamless and reliable connectivity between Blue Yonder WMS and other relevant enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, TMS, MES, clinical systems).
• Actively participate in the resolution of technical issues and challenges during the implementation process, driving problem-solving and effective mitigation strategies.
• Participate in code reviews, testing cycles (including performance and user acceptance testing), and system deployment activities, ensuring that solutions meet requirements and performance criteria.
• Healthcare Domain Expertise (preferred, not mandatory though):
• Apply in-depth knowledge of healthcare distribution processes, including pharmaceutical handling, cold chain management, serialization, controlled substance management, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ensure that the WMS solution addresses specific healthcare industry requirements, such as traceability, lot control, expiration date management, recall procedures, temperature monitoring, and adherence to GxP principles.
• Maintain current awareness of evolving industry trends and regulatory updates related to healthcare distribution logistics, providing subject matter expertise.
• Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency, improve patient safety, and ensure stringent regulatory compliance in the healthcare supply chain.
• Serve as a key technical point of contact and subject matter expert for the Blue Yonder WMS implementation project, both internally within Infosys and with client stakeholders.
• Contribute to project planning, progress tracking, risk management, and change management activities.
• Communicate technical concepts, solution designs, and implementation progress effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, using clear and concise language and visualizations.
• Collaborate effectively with project stakeholders, including business users, IT teams, and executive leadership, to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Post-Implementation Support:
• Provide technical support and guidance during the initial post-go-live phase, working closely with client support teams to resolve production issues and optimize system performance.
• Collaborate on knowledge transfer to client support teams and ensure adequate documentation of the deployed solution.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of system upgrades and enhancements post-implementation, as needed.
• Provide expertise on system optimization strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum 10-13+ years of professional experience in designing, implementing, and supporting warehouse management systems, with a strong focus on Blue Yonder WMS (formerly JDA WMS).
• Deep functional and technical understanding of the Blue Yonder WMS architecture, data model, and core modules, including inbound, outbound, inventory management, labor management, and reporting.
• Extensive experience in configuring, customizing, and extending Blue Yonder WMS to meet complex and unique business requirements.
• Proven experience in integrating Blue Yonder WMS with various enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, various TMS and WCS/WES/MES systems) using different integration methods (APIs, web services, middleware) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of relational database concepts (SQL) and data modeling.
• Proficiency in scripting and programming languages (e.g., MOCA, Groovy and SQL) is highly preferred.
• Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), agile methodologies, and project management principles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a global team, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Experience working in a regulated industry (e.g., healthcare, pharmaceuticals, life sciences) is preferred.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Prior experience implementing Blue Yonder WMS in the healthcare distribution industry, especially within pharmaceutical or medical device distribution.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations (e.g., FDA, HIPAA, GxP), data privacy requirements, and compliance standards related to supply chain and logistics.
• Experience with Blue Yonder WMS upgrades, migrations, and performance optimization.
• Hands-on experience with Blue Yonder reporting and analytics tools (e.g., BI, Reporting Studio).
• Familiarity with supply chain planning and optimization concepts.
• Experience with cloud-based deployment of Blue Yonder WMS.
• Experience working in a consulting environment.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly motivated, proactive, and results-oriented, with a strong desire to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Strong work ethic, commitment to excellence, and a passion for continuous learning.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.