WMS Solution Architect

Opus Recruitment Solutions; Noord-Brabant; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A global logistics client is seeking a WMS Solution Architect in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will design and govern warehouse management solutions using Blue Yonder WMS, ensuring alignment with global standards. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams for robust implementation, mentoring consultants, and contributing to innovation. This mid-senior level position requires 5+ years of experience in WMS projects and strong stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in WMS projects (implementation, integration, upgrade).
• Proven expertise with Blue Yonder WMS (Discrete).
• Strong understanding of logistics processes and technical WMS components.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and align WMS architecture with global standards and regional needs.
• Promote configuration‑first approaches to reduce custom development.
• Review and approve solution designs across all project phases.
• Ensure technical consistency, scalability, and operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with IT, logistics, and business teams to deliver robust solutions.
• Mentor consultants and support capability development across teams.
• Evaluate design choices for cost‑effectiveness and operational impact.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives (e.g., automation, robotics, digitalization).
• Represent the region in global architecture discussions and strategy alignment.

Skills

WMS projects experience

Blue Yonder WMS expertise

Logistics processes understanding

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Fluent English

Tools

Blue Yonder WMS (Discrete)

Job description

For one of our global logistics client, we are searching for a WMS Solution Architect who will be responsible for designing and governing scalable, standard‑compliant warehouse management solutions using Blue Yonder WMS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and align WMS architecture with global standards and regional needs.
• Promote configuration‑first approaches to reduce custom development.
• Review and approve solution designs across all project phases.
• Ensure technical consistency, scalability, and operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with IT, logistics, and business teams to deliver robust solutions.
• Mentor consultants and support capability development across teams.
• Evaluate design choices for cost‑effectiveness and operational impact.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives (e.g., automation, robotics, digitalization).
• Represent the region in global architecture discussions and strategy alignment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in WMS projects (implementation, integration, upgrade).
• Proven expertise with Blue Yonder WMS (Discrete).
• Strong understanding of logistics processes and technical WMS components.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a bonus.

Key Details

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

Location: Netherlands

Duration: Initial 6‑month contract