Senior Blue Yonder (BY) WMS Techno-Functional Consultant

Qualis1 Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualis1 Inc. is seeking a Senior Blue Yonder WMS Techno‑Functional Consultant to join the Production Support/Sustain team in Plano, TX. You will apply deep BY WMS expertise (2023.x) to analyze incidents, design solutions, and support go‑live events with onsite visits.

The role demands strong warehouse operations knowledge, hands‑on technical skills, and the ability to work with operations, IT, and vendors to resolve issues and implement improvements on a regular basis.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Warehouse Management System experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on Blue Yonder WMS experience.
• Proven experience with BY WMS 2023 versions (mandatory).
• Multiple full-cycle BY WMS implementations or major upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for Blue Yonder WMS (2023.x).
• Translate business/warehouse requirements into BY WMS solutions.
• Configure and customize BY WMS components (Inbound, Inventory, Wave processing, Yard).
• Design interfaces/integrations with TMS, automation systems, reporting tools.
• Support upgrades, patches, and new feature rollouts for BY WMS 2023.
• Provide production support, root cause analysis, and performance tuning.
• Lead or support full lifecycle implementations (design, build, test, deploy).

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Information Systems, Engineering or related field

Tools

Blue Yonder WMS

SQL

RF/Mobile devices

BY WMS 2023.x

Job description

Role: Senior Blue Yonder (BY) WMS Techno-Functional Consultant

Duration: 12 Months

Video Interview

Must be locally based or willing to relocate to support regular warehouse visits in the Plano and surrounding areas (Example: Fortworth Texas)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Blue Yonder (BY) WMS Techno‑Functional Consultant for the Production Support/Sustain team, with deep hands‑on experience in Blue Yonder WMS (2023 versions preferred). The ideal candidate will possess strong functional warehouse management knowledge combined with solid hands‑on technical expertise, enabling them independently assess, analyze identify and resolve Production Incidents. This role requires close collaboration with warehouse operations teams and frequent onsite warehouse visits.

Key Responsibilities

Techno‑Functional Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for Blue Yonder WMS (2023.x), with deep understanding of end‑to‑end solution design and support.
• Translate business and warehouse operational requirements into functional and technical BY WMS solutions.
• Configure and customize BY WMS components including:
• Inbound (ASN, receiving, putaway)
• Inventory management
• Wave / waveless processing
• Yard management
• Design and review interfaces and integrations with:
• TMS, automation systems (conveyors, MHE, ASRS), reporting tools
• Support upgrades, patches, and new feature rollouts for BY WMS 2023 versions.
• Provide production support, root cause analysis, and performance tuning.

Warehouse & Operational Engagement

• Conduct regular onsite warehouse visits to:
• Understand real‑world operational processes
• Lead requirement‑gathering workshops
• Support UAT, cutover activities, and go‑lives
• Troubleshoot operational/system issues directly on the warehouse floor
• Partner with supply chain, operations, and IT teams to improve warehouse efficiency and throughput.

Implementation & Delivery

• Lead or support full lifecycle implementations (design, build, test, deploy).
• Create and maintain:
• Technical specifications
• Configuration and process documentation
• Support SIT, UAT, and go‑live readiness.
• Mentor junior consultants and provide knowledge transfer to client/internal teams for timely incident resolution

Required Qualifications

Experience

• 10+ years of Warehouse Management System experience.
• 5+ years of hands‑on Blue Yonder (JDA) WMS experience.
• Proven experience with BY WMS 2023 versions (mandatory).
• Multiple full‑cycle BY WMS implementations or major upgrades.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of:
• BY WMS architecture and data model
• Configuration vs. customization tradeoffs
• SQL and data analysis for troubleshooting
• Experience with automation integration and RF/mobile device configurations is a plus.

Functional Expertise

• Deep knowledge of warehouse operations and distribution center best practices.
• Experience across different fulfillment models (e‑commerce, retail, wholesale, 3PL preferred).

Location & Travel

• Must be based in or near Plano, TX
• Willing and able to frequently visit warehouses (local/regional).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Blue Yonder WMS migrations from older versions
• Exposure to Distributed Order Management (DOM) or TMS is a plus
• Prior consulting experience
• Supply chain or logistics certifications
• Experience across different fulfillment models (e‑commerce, retail, wholesale, 3PL preferred).

Good to Have

• Warehouse BY Integration with other automated vendors and implementation experience

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication, articulation and stakeholder management skills
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities
• Ability to work independently and in cross‑functional teams
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced warehouse environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent experience