Solution / Technical Architect WMS

Delaplex; Scotland; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaplex is currently seeking a Senior Solution Architect for our Consulting Services team, focusing on Blue Yonder Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). This role leads on-site design and execution, defining business workflows and ensuring maximum value for the customer.

Responsibilities include configuring WMS solutions, integrating with ERP/-host systems, and guiding project teams through design, development, and testing. Travel readiness is expected as part of client engagements.

Qualifications

• 8-11 years of corporate experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering or related field.
• Expertise in WMS product configuration, integration, QA, system testing, PLSQL, SQL Server, and performance tuning.
• Hands-on experience with BY/JDA/RedPrairie WMS, Jasper Reports, Nice Labels, Pagebuilder and MOCA.
• Knowledge of interfaces between WMS and ERP/Host, TMS, WLM, T&T, 3rd party systems that integrate with WMS.
• Knowledge of integration between WMS and Voice / Material Handling / ASRS systems.
• Ability to resolve complex problems with minimal guidance.
• Excellent computer skills with knowledge of operating systems, client/server tech, ERP, Integration, Middleware, and applications.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, partners, and consultants.
• Strong proactive communicator and presenter, capable of influencing at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Blue Yonder WMS solution expert for transformational projects/programs.
• Lead design and configuration to facilitate customer business processes.
• Prepare and deliver Product Requirements Specifications, test plans for modifications.
• Collaborate with Development services for modification development and demonstrations.
• Create and modify documentation throughout the project.
• Support test script development and execution to meet objectives.
• Interact with Project Manager, customer contacts, and executives on key meetings.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Effective communication

Client relationship management

Independent worker

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Jasper Reports

Nice Labels

Pagebuilder

MOCA

SQL Server

PL/SQL

Job description

About Company

At Delaplex, we believe true organizational distinction comes from exceptional products and services. Founded in 2008 by a team of like-minded business enthusiasts, we have grown into a trusted name in technology consulting and supply chain solutions. Our reputation is built on trust, innovation, and the dedication of our people who go the extra mile for our clients. Guided by our core values, we don't just deliver solutions, we create meaningful impact.

Overview

Delaplex is currently seeking a Sr Solution Architect to join our Consulting Services team, specific to the Blue Yonder Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). Senior Solution Architect provides leadership and direction to the on-site implementation team on the design and execution of the solution and definition of business process workflows that accompany the solution. This role aims to take ownership of a solution within an implementation project and architect software solutions that solve the customer’s business problem, while generating maximum value for the customer.

Scope

Core responsibilities to include Designing, Developing, Unit testing, and Validation of New modifications and provide support to any production issues related to modifications.

What You'll Do

• Leveraged as the Blue Yonder/JDA/RedPrairie WMS solution expert for transformational projects/programs
• Strong domain knowledge in BY/JDA/RedPrairie WMS solution to understand how the Blue Yonder solutions can be configured and delivered to better facilitate customer business processes
• Strong domain knowledge in BY/JDA/RedPrairie Discrete WMS solution to construct an overall architecture for current and future customer business needs
• Key contributor to the Change Management efforts for global or regional program implementations
• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations for user, management, and executive level audiences
• Provides advice to customers regarding industry best practices and process methodology
• Assists Project Manager(s) in planning efforts
• Able to ask appropriate questions to assess business needs that fall outside the standard solution, assess integration complexity, architecture constraints
• Can demonstrate and facilitate integration discussions of product functionality and product architecture (i.e. Show data and process flow from one solution to another)
• Lead the project team to design and develop functional specifications for modifications, interfaces, reports, and screens to ensure smooth integration between technical and functional business requirements
• Lead the project team in preparing Product Requirement Specifications, test plan for modifications
• Interact closely with Development services in modification development, quality delivery, and organizing demonstrations with customers on modifications.
• Creates and modifies procedural and system documentation throughout the project
• Supports the development and execution of test scripts to ensure Blue Yonder consistently meets the customer’s business objectives
• Serves as a technical liaison and attends and contributes to key meetings between Project Manager, key customer contacts, and customer users, up to and including key executive project sponsors.

What We Are Looking For

• 8-11 years of corporate experience
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or Engineering or other relevant discipline.
• Expertise in technical configuration of WMS product, Solution Integration, Quality Assurance, System Testing, PLSQL, SQL Server, and Performance Tuning.
• Hands-on Experience on Technical configuration of WMS product (preferably BY/JDA/RedPrairie WMS), Jasper reports, Nice labels, Pagebuilder and MOCA.
• Knowledge on interfaces between WMS and ERP/Host, TMS, WLM, T&T, Parcel, 3rd party system that integrates with WMS.
• Knowledge on integration between WMS and Voice / Material Handling / ASRS systems
• Ability to resolve complex problems with minimal guidance.
• Excellent computer skills with in-depth knowledge of operating systems, client/server technology, ERP systems, Integration, and Middleware technologies, and applications
• Ability to develop and maintain strong, productive relationships with customers, partners, and consultants
• Strong proactive communicator and presenter, able to influence and collaborate at all levels of an organization to maximize problem resolution while effectively presenting information and responding to highly specialized technical questions
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively and proactively work independently
• Teamwork mentality
• Contributes to the growth of the technical consulting practice by developing and maintaining practice aids, databases, and best-practice collateral.
• Skill set and availability requirements as per the organization's needs
• Knowledge in performance tuning techniques is an added advantage.
• Knowledge on Azure fundamentals
• Guides Support Services in responding to base technical issues.
• Understanding and experience with the technical requirements for the product line assigned.
• Understanding of Database structures. Understanding of various technical platforms and infrastructures.
• Works with appropriate parties to ensure issues are resolved.
• Travel readiness based on business needs.

Skills: moca,warehouse management systems,wms implementations