Blue Yonder; WMS Techno Functional Consultant

We are seeking a Senior Blue Yonder (BY) WMS Techno Functional Consultant for the Production 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.

• 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 (if applicable)
• 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.

• Conduct 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.

• 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

• 8+ 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.

• 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.

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

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

• Experience with Blue Yonder WMS migrations from older versions.
• Exposure to Distributed Order Management (DOM) or TMS is a plus.
• Supply chain or logistics certifications.
• Excellent communication 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.