Blue Yonder (JDA) Solution Architect (Supply Chain/Logistics) - Santa Clara, CA - Onsite - JK

Central Business Solutions, Inc; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Business Solutions, Inc is looking for an experienced Blue Yonder (JDA) Solution Architect to drive solution design and implementation for a 6+ month consulting engagement. This role involves translating complex business requirements into scalable logistics solutions, leading integration strategies, and mentoring implementation teams.

The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in Blue Yonder ESP, experience with ERP integrations, and excellent communication skills to manage stakeholder expectations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 end-to-end Blue Yonder (JDA) implementation projects required.
• Deep expertise in Blue Yonder ESP and Order Promising configuration.
• Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot logistics challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end solution design for logistics projects.
• Conduct discovery workshops and gather business requirements.
• Design integration strategies with various systems.

Skills

Blue Yonder (JDA) implementation

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) integration

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, MIS, or equivalent

Job description

Blue Yonder (JDA) Solution Architect

Logistics & Supply Chain Solutions

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Blue Yonder (JDA) Solution Architect to lead end-to-end solution design and implementation for a 6+ month consulting engagement. The ideal candidate will drive solution architecture and design for Blue Yonder (BY) implementations and enhancements, translating complex business requirements into scalable, best-practice logistics solutions. This role requires deep Blue Yonder expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and preferably prior experience with semiconductor manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end solution blueprint covering process design, configuration, integrations, reporting, and data migration; present solution options with tradeoffs and strategic recommendations to stakeholders.
• Conduct discovery workshops, gather business requirements, and translate into comprehensive functional and technical specifications aligned with best practices.
• Design and guide integration strategy with upstream/downstream systems including ERP (SAP/Oracle), EDI, carrier systems, OMS, WCS, and supply chain visibility platforms.
• Guide teams on Blue Yonder configuration across logistics processes— inbound/outbound, warehouse operations, order planning, execution, and freight settlement.
• Define performance, scalability, security, monitoring, and resilience requirements; ensure solution meets enterprise standards.
• Develop SIT/UAT strategy, lead defect triage, and ensure solution quality through client sign-offs and production readiness.
• Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to manage scope, risks, dependencies, and release readiness; provide executive-level communication.
• Mentor and guide implementation team members; lead knowledge transition sessions and establish long-term solution governance.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 end-to-end Blue Yonder (JDA) implementation projects as Solution Architect or Senior Functional Consultant.
• Deep expertise in Blue Yonder ESP (Enterprise Service Platform) and Order Promising (OP) configuration, process design, and logistics best practices.
• Strong experience designing and architecting integrations with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle), EDI, OMS, WCS, and carrier management platforms.
• Proven ability to conduct discovery workshops, perform system analysis, and write comprehensive functional and technical specifications.
• Exceptional problem-solving, strategic thinking, and analytical skills; ability to troubleshoot complex logistics and supply chain challenges.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management; comfortable presenting to executive leadership and managing scope/risk/dependencies.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, MIS, or equivalent; or minimum 6 years of related Blue Yonder/JDA consulting experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior implementation experience with semiconductor manufacturing or product-based customers (highly preferred).
• Hands‑on experience with Blue Yonder inbound, outbound, warehouse operations, Order Promising, and warehouse execution system (WES) modules.
• Exposure to freight settlement, charge calculation, and carrier management functionality.
• Knowledge of supply chain control towers and advanced supply chain visibility platforms.
• Experience mentoring implementation teams and driving knowledge transition in complex, multi-phase programs.

Engagement Details

• Duration: 6 months+ (potential for extension based on project phasing).
• Location: 50–75% travel required across Dallas, Boston, and Bay Area client locations.
• Role: Solution Architect leading architecture, design, and implementation governance.
• Team: Will partner with implementation teams, functional consultants, technical teams, and business stakeholders.