Functional Consultant

Tech Mahindra; Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Certification Support

Flexible Hours

Job summary

Tech Mahindra is seeking an experienced Blue Yonder WMS Functional Consultant to lead end-to-end implementations of Discrete 2022/2023, translating business requirements into scalable WMS configurations and driving operational efficiency across warehouse processes.

You will design solutions with inbound/outbound/inventory modules, integrate ERP/TMS, perform SIT/UAT, provide hypercare post-go-live, and mentor teams in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Warehouse Management Systems.
• Proven track record in Blue Yonder WMS Discrete (2022/2023) implementations.
• Experience in at least 12 end-to-end WMS implementations.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and WMS modules.
• Experience with system integrations (ERP, TMS, APIs).
• Understanding of SQL / data structures (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Blue Yonder WMS implementations (Discrete 2022/2023).
• Translate business requirements into functional specifications and configurations.
• Configure inbound/outbound/inventory and warehouse operations modules.
• Collaborate with ERP/TMS and other systems for integrations.
• Design workflows and optimize processes.
• Lead SIT/UAT and ensure quality assurance.
• Provide post-go-live hypercare and continuous improvement.

Skills

Blue Yonder WMS

WMS Functional Consulting

Stakeholder Management

Process Improvement

Tools

Blue Yonder WMS Discrete 2022/2023

ERP Integration

SQL

Job description

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Blue Yonder WMS Functional Consultant with strong expertise in Discrete WMS (2022/2023) to lead and support end-to-end warehouse management system implementations. The role focuses on translating business requirements into scalable WMS solutions while driving operational efficiency across warehouse processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. End-to-End Implementation Delivery

• Lead full lifecycle implementation of Blue Yonder WMS (Discrete 2022/2023), including:
  • Solution design and configuration
  • Functional & integration testing
  • User training and documentation
  • Cutover planning and go-live execution
  • Hypercare and post-go-live stabilization
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, quality standards, and client expectations.

2. Business Requirements & Solution Design

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to:
  • Gather and analyze warehouse and logistics requirements
  • Translate business needs into functional specifications and system configurations
• Conduct process mapping (As-Is / To-Be) and identify optimization opportunities
• Provide solution recommendations aligned with industry best practices

3. Warehouse Functional Configuration

• Configure and optimize core WMS modules, including:
  • Inbound Operations (Receiving, Putaway, ASN processing)
  • Outbound Operations (Picking, Packing, Shipping)
  • Inventory Management (Cycle counting, replenishment, slotting)
  • Warehouse Operations (Task management, labor tracking)
• Ensure system configurations support scalable and efficient warehouse processes

4. Integration & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders:
  • Operations teams
  • IT teams
  • Logistics and supply chain teams
• Support integration with upstream/downstream systems such as:
  • ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
  • TMS (Transportation Management Systems)
  • Other enterprise supply chain platforms
• Participate in integration design, testing, and issue resolution

5. Process Automation & Optimization

• Design and implement:
  • Workflow automation to improve operational efficiency
  • System-driven task optimization and execution strategies
• Identify improvement areas to drive:
  • Productivity gains
  • Cycle time reduction
  • Accuracy improvements

6. Testing & Quality Assurance

• Lead and support:
  • SIT (System Integration Testing)
  • UAT (User Acceptance Testing)
• Validate configurations against business requirements
• Track and resolve defects to ensure system stability

7. Post-Go-Live Support & Continuous Improvement

• Provide hypercare support post deployment
• Troubleshoot system issues and recommend fixes
• Drive continuous improvements in warehouse processes and system usage

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with:
  • WMS upgrades and version migrations
  • System performance tuning and optimization
• Exposure to automation technologies (e.g., robotics integration, RF devices, voice picking)
• Knowledge of warehouse KPIs and analytics

Required Qualifications

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Warehouse Management Systems
• Proven track record in Blue Yonder WMS Discrete (2022/2023) implementations
• Experience in at least 12 end-to-end WMS implementations

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Warehouse operations and logistics processes
  • Blue Yonder WMS configuration and modules
• Experience with system integrations (ERP, TMS, APIs)
• Understanding of SQL / data structures (preferred)

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to work in cross-functional, fast-paced environments
• Client-facing experience with consulting mindset