What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Solution Architect (WMS) position at Blue Yonder?
Location: Virtual within the US
Travel is expected within the US at 50% - 75%
Overview
Core responsibilities focus your efforts as the lead functional consultant for Warehouse Management System (WMS) solution implementations for customers across the Americas region.
In this role, you will design best-in-class solutions using a suite of products in the Warehouse Management space, as well as being on the leading edge with our latest product innovations.
You will be the functional liaison across of key stakeholders, including key customer contacts, Project Managers, Technical Consultants, and 3rd Party Consultants, to drive the timely and successful delivery of the final solution.
What you'll do
Drive the design, optimization, and implementation of Warehouse Management System (WMS) software solutions for customers, utilizing industry best practices and process methodologies
Apply domain knowledge to fully understand and identify how WMS solutions can be configured and delivered to best meet customer requirements/business processes
Lead requirements-gathering and design workshops with customer operations, IT, and executive stakeholders, translating warehouse business processes into functional designs
Configure and validate core warehouse functions including receiving, putaway, replenishment, wave planning, picking, packing, shipping, cycle counting, task management, labor management, and yard/dock operations
Define the integration approach between the WMS and ERP, OMS, TMS, host, and parcel/carrier systems, including interface specifications, data mapping, and message flows (EDI, XML, APIs, flat file)
Guide integration with warehouse automation and floor technology, including MHE/WCS/WES, conveyor and sortation, RF devices, scanners, printers, and labeling
Lead solution design to ensure clear construct and validation tasks and timeline
Own data migration and master data readiness, including conversion approach, validation, and reconciliation
Conduct and/or guide system integration, user acceptance testing and deployment phases of the project to ensure a seamless transition to our steady state associates
Lead cutover planning, mock cutovers, go-live execution, and post-go-live hypercare through transition to steady state support
Author and maintain project deliverables including functional design documents, configuration specifications, test scripts, cutover plans, SOPs, and training materials
Deliver end-user and super-user training and drive knowledge transfer to customer operations and support teams
Sustain the balance between project scope, timeline, and requirements to ensure successful time to value and definitive customer satisfaction
Assess business needs that fall outside the standard solution and/or scope, and assess integration complexity, architecture constraints and/or product roadmaps
Mentor and coach junior consultants and partner/offshore resources, and contribute to reusable practice assets, accelerators, and implementation methodology
Support pre-sales and scoping activities including solution demonstrations, effort estimates, and statement of work input
Recognize and highlight incremental revenue opportunities with existing customers/projects
Communicate business cases to PMG and PD regarding customer specific needs related to product functionality and enhancements
What we are looking for
Industry and Product Experience:
Minimum 8 years of specific experience working within tier-1 Warehouse Management Systems, either as a customer running a WMS or as a consultant implementing WMS solutions for customers
Hands-on configuration experience across multiple full-lifecycle WMS implementations, including at least 5 engagements as functional or solution lead
Experience delivering WMS in a cloud/SaaS model, including release management, regression, and upgrade considerations, preferred
Additionally relevant solutions consulting and implementation experience with other leading warehouse management and supply chain execution solutions such as Korber (formerly HighJump), Manhattan Associates, SAP EWM, or Oracle WMS Cloud is a plus
Current or prior experience working in a management consulting organization or Supply Chain Center preferred
Direct warehouse or distribution center operations experience, or equivalent time spent on the DC floor, strongly preferred
Experience in automated DC environments (MHE/WCS/WES, sortation, ASRS, AMR) preferred
Skills:
Strong business analysis skills, with the ability to translate warehouse operational processes into system configuration, functional design, and measurable performance outcomes required
Working knowledge of SQL and relational data structures sufficient to analyze, validate, and troubleshoot system behavior
Familiarity with integration patterns and message formats including APIs, EDI, XML, JSON, and flat file, and the ability to review interface designs with technical teams
Understanding of distribution center performance measures such as inventory accuracy, throughput, order cycle time, and labor productivity
Experience delivering within Agile, waterfall, and hybrid methodologies
Ability to prepare and deliver presentations for user, management, and executive level audiences. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills required
Education:
Advanced degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics or Operations Research preferred
Bachelor's degree and relevant industry experience may be considered in lieu of advanced degree
Work environment and physical requirements:
This role requires time in active distribution center environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods while observing operations, particularly during testing and go-live events
Adherence to customer site safety requirements, including personal protective equipment
Availability for off-shift, weekend, and holiday work during cutover and go-live windows
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The annual salary range for Sr Solution Architect level position is $120,000 - $143,000.
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 includes:
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. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.
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Salary : $120,000 - $143,000