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