Blue Yonder Demand Planning Functional Senior Consultant

Spinnaker SCA | A company of Publicis Sapient; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier supply chain services consulting firm is seeking a Blue Yonder Demand Planning Functional Senior Consultant. This role involves serving as a subject matter expert, conducting analyses for business improvements, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience with Blue Yonder. Strong analytical and presentation skills are essential. The position is full-time and located in the United States.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of APS application support including manufacturing and supply planning.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to prioritize multiple activities.
• Willingness to manage extensive travel for engagements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert on Blue Yonder.
• Conduct fit/gap analysis for business improvement opportunities.
• Test planning and execution for various test phases.

Skills

Business process development

User configuration of Blue Yonder / JDA

Strong presentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Blue Yonder / JDA

SAP SCM

Job description

Blue Yonder Demand Planning Functional Senior Consultant

Spinnaker SCA has an immediate opening for a Blue Yonder Demand Planning Functional Senior Consultant

As a Blue Yonder Demand Planning Functional Consultant at Spinnaker SCA, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality work products on client engagements. You will support internal colleagues, perform research, prepare training materials, and manage smaller day-to-day meetings on client engagements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Blue Yonder Demand Planning Functional Consultant will serve as the subject matter expert on Blue Yonder (JDA) based on an in-depth knowledge of Performing current state assessment of existing supply chain planning system and business processes
• Performing fit/gap analysis to determine opportunities for business improvement
• Developing a blueprint and roadmap for the future state supply chain design(s)
• Defining scope of responsibility using RACIs and organizational design tools
• Supporting the facilitation of organizational change management programs and processes
• Leveraging technology approaches such as WATERFALL (system development life cycle / SDLC) and AGILE / SCRUM to deploy robust multi-faceted planning solutions
• The Blue Yonder Demand Planning Functional Consultant will be translating functional and technical business requirements into comprehensive business designs and documenting the output in well-developed business specifications
• Testing related activities, including test planning, test case and scenario definition, and execution for test phases that include unit, system, integrated systems, user acceptance, performance, and regression
• Supporting end user training development and delivery
• The Demand Planning Functional Consultant will support system production deployment and production support activities

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field is required. Equivalent experience includes a proven track record of skills, professional accomplishments, or training related to the role
• 1-3 years of business process development and/or APS application support that includes but not limited to manufacturing, supply planning, finite scheduling, replenishment, or S&OP / SO&E
• 1-3 years of specific knowledge related to the user configuration of Blue Yonder / JDA, Kinaxis, O9, e2Open, SAP SCM, etc.
• 1-3 years of supply planning, functional or consulting experience
• PMP, APICS, Six Sigma, ACPF or similar industry certifications are a plus
• Strong written and oral presentation skills
• Outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple activities and deadlines within a semi-autonomous environment
• Willingness to manage extensive travel as dictated by individual engagement requirements

COMPANY INFORMATION

Spinnaker SCA, a Publicis Sapient company, is a premier supply chain services consulting firm that provides end-to-end supply chain strategy, planning, and execution management consulting. Specializing in designing and building agile supply chains optimized for the complexities of the modern world, we create value by holistically unlocking people, processes, and technology capabilities to accelerate digital business transformations.

Our offerings span Supply Chain Strategy & Transformation, Connected Planning & Fulfillment, Warehouse Automation & Optimization, Transportation & Real-time Visibility, and AI/ML-powered Data Science and Analytics consulting. By blending deep industry expertise with Publicis Sapient’s digital transformation capabilities, we are empowering businesses to discover value in new ways to future-proof their supply chains in an increasingly digital-first world.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Supply Chain and Information Technology
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Information Services