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

Blue Yonder (JDA) Solution Architect

Logistics & Supply Chain Solutions

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.