Solution Architect (Supply Chain Planning - Discrete Manufacturing and Automotive)

Blue Yonder; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Solution Architect to enhance supply chain operations for Fortune 500 companies. This role involves engaging with clients, understanding their needs, and crafting tailored solutions in the discrete manufacturing and automotive sectors. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in demand and production planning to drive impactful results. With a focus on collaboration and strategic thinking, you will play a crucial role in delivering value and ensuring customer satisfaction. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a robust benefits package, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision

401K with Matching

Flexible Time Off

Corporate Fitness Program

Voluntary benefits like Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Demand/Production Planning, 3+ years in Automotive Supply Chain.
• Strong understanding of technical solutions for Supply Chain Planning.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to develop tailored Supply Chain solutions.
• Provide ongoing support for customer solutions and applications.

Skills

Demand/Production Planning

Supply Chain Planning

Problem Solving

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in MIS/CIS

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Blue Yonder Title: Solution Architect - Supply Chain Planning for Discrete Manufacturing & Automotive Industries

Location: Virtual within the US

Scope

In this exciting and blended role, this individual will serve as a Solutions Advisor and Functional Solution Architect. In this position, they will play a pivotal role in engaging with customers to understand their business processes and requirements, focusing on the implementation of Supply Chain Planning applications to Fortune 500 companies, including Automotive OEMs.

Solutions you will work with:

• Production Planning and Scheduling, Order Slotting and Sequencing (OSS), Transportation Capacity Planning, Vehicle Routing and Scheduling

What you’ll do

• Customer Engagement: Collaborate directly or indirectly with customers to gather and analyze their business needs, translating them into tailored Blue Yonder solutions.
• User Story Development: Work closely with customers to develop User Stories that encapsulate functional business requirements, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
• Solution Design: Partner with project teams to identify optimal technical solutions that meet customer business requirements, enhancing their supply chain operations.
• Pre-Sales Support: Actively participate in pre-sales activities, including delivering compelling customer presentations, demonstrations, and sharing best practices to showcase the value of Blue Yonder solutions.
• Project Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including functional design and training materials, to support seamless implementation and user adoption.
• Post-Implementation Support: Provide ongoing support for customer solutions and applications post-rollout, ensuring sustained value and customer satisfaction.
• Stakeholder Communication: Engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to derive and clarify requirements, ensuring clear and consistent communication.

What we are looking for

• Industry Experience: At least 5+ years of experience in Demand/Production Planning or Supply Chain Planning, with 3+ years in the Automotive Supply Chain or Discrete Manufacturing industry.
• Technical and Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business processes and technical solutions related to Supply Chain Planning, especially within Discrete Manufacturing, Automotive or AutoT1 sectors.
• Problem Solving & Communication: Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to define and articulate strategies, functional requirements, and use cases.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience with Agile project management methodologies.
• Professional Attributes: Self-motivated, goal-oriented, reliable, and open to new challenges.
• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, MIS/CIS, Engineering, or a related field.

The salary range information provided reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.

At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Matching
• Flexible Time Off
• Corporate Fitness Program
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more.

At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.