Business Consultant/ Sr Business Consultant - WMS Configuration/Implementation - Consulting
Overview :
Blue Yonder WMS solution expert for transformational projects/programs. Strong domain knowledge in Blue Yonder WMS for solution construct and key contributor to the Change Management
Assists in project planning efforts. Lead customer communication and facilitate business process mapping.
Provide support for client cutover and go-live/Hyper care.
Ability to prepare and deliver presentations for user, management, and executive level audiences.
Conducts/leads business process analysis or design/construction phase of the project that leads to writing functional specifications.
Develops functional specifications for modifications, interfaces, reports and screens that meet the customers' business objectives and are of sound design.
What you’ll do:
- Strong domain knowledge in Blue Yonder /RedPrairie Discrete WMS solution to construct an overall architecture for current and future customer business needs.
- Key contributor to the Change Management efforts for global or regional program implementations
- Provides advice to customers regarding industry best practices and process methodology.
- Able to ask appropriate questions to assess business needs that fall outside the standard solution, assess integration complexity, architecture constraints.
- Can demonstrate and facilitate process discussions of product functionality and product architecture (i.e., Show data and process flow from one Blue Yonder solution to another)
- Design and develop functional specifications for modifications, interfaces, reports and screens to ensure smooth integration between technical and functional business requirements.
- Lead the project team in preparing Product Requirement Specifications, test plan for modifications.
- Interact closely with Development services in modification development, quality delivery and organizing demonstrations with customers on modifications.
- Creates and modifies procedural and system documentation throughout the project.
- Supports the development and execution of test scripts to ensure Blue Yonder consistently meets the customer's business objectives.
- Provides level 3 non-technical support during the "go-live" period.
- Provides level 3 user support and verifies that the system provides the required business functions and maintains data integrity.
- Conducts functional analysis sessions with clients and/or the project team to understand the business needs of the client and develops technical solutions to meet those needs.
- Provide functional support to the project team, including quality assurance/design review, environment setup, software installation, configuration, report and label generation, operation consulting, troubleshooting, system testing & programming.
- Responsible for services delivery of product implementation and related integration.
- Works as a senior member of a consulting team on product implementation, enhancement, managed services, integration, custom projects either at the customer site or offshore.
- Handles activities with a diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
- Exercises judgment on methods and techniques for obtaining solutions within generally defined practices and policies.
- Designs and develops platform workflow/ user interface, integration scripts, ETL mapping, data modeling and data loading.
- Provides internal training, implementation support activities, or work on internal development projects.
- Ensures knowledge transfer is conducted with key customer project team.
- Communicates business cases to Product Management Group and Product Development team regarding customer specific needs related to product functionality and enhancements.
- Interacts with PMG & PD regarding new releases and new functionality and acts as the liaison to communicate to the rest of the team.
What we are looking for:
- 4+ Years of corporate experience
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or Engineering or other relevant discipline.
- Expertise in technical configuration of WMS product, Solution Integration, Quality Assurance, System Testing, PLSQL, SQL Server, and Performance Tuning.
- Hands-on Experience on Technical configuration of WMS product (preferably Blue Yonder /RedPrairie WMS), Jasper reports, Nice labels, Pagebuilder and MOCA.
- Knowledge on interfaces between WMS and ERP/Host, TMS, WLM, T&T, Parcel, 3rd party system that integrates with WMS.
- Knowledge on integration between WMS and Voice / Material Handling / ASRS systems
- Ability to resolve complex problems with minimal guidance.
- Excellent computer skills with in-depth knowledge of operating systems, client/server technology, ERP systems, Integration and Middleware technologies and applications
- Ability to develop and maintain strong, productive relationships with customers, partners, and consultants.
- Strong proactive communicator and presenter, able to influence and collaborate at all levels of an organization to maximize problem resolution while effectively presenting information and responding to highly specialized technical questions.
- Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, effectively, and proactively.
- Teamwork mentality
- Contributes to the growth of consulting practice by developing and maintaining practice aids, databases, and best-practice collateral.
- Ensures compliance with the following internal and external company policies and procedures: Company project methodology On-time submission of Time, Travel and Expenses report Company procedures related to travel and expenses.
- Skill set and availability requirements as per the organization's needs.
- Knowledge on Azure fundamentals
- Provides guidance to Support Services in responding to base technical issues.
- Understanding and experience with the technical requirements for the product line assigned.
- Understanding of Database structures. Understanding of various technical platforms and infrastructures.
- Understands Blue Yonder product suite to convey relationships and touchpoints to the customer.
- Works with appropriate parties to ensure issues are resolved.
- Travel readiness based on business needs.
Our Values
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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.
Skills Required
- 4+ years of corporate experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or another relevant discipline
- Expertise in technical WMS product configuration, solution integration, quality assurance, system testing, PL/SQL, SQL Server, and performance tuning
- Hands-on experience with Blue Yonder or RedPrairie WMS configuration, Jasper Reports, NiceLabel, Pagebuilder, and MOCA
- Knowledge of interfaces between WMS and ERP/host, TMS, WLM, T&T, Parcel, and third-party systems
- Knowledge of integration with Voice, Material Handling, and ASRS systems
- Ability to resolve complex problems with minimal guidance
- In-depth knowledge of operating systems, client/server technology, ERP systems, integration and middleware technologies, and applications
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, partners, and consultants
- Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to influence and collaborate at all organizational levels
- Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently, effectively, and proactively
- Teamwork mentality
- Ability to develop and maintain practice aids, databases, and best-practice collateral
- Compliance with company project methodology and time, travel, and expense procedures
- Availability and skill set aligned with organizational needs
- Knowledge of Azure fundamentals
- Understanding of technical requirements for the assigned product line
- Understanding of database structures and technical platforms and infrastructures
- Understanding of the Blue Yonder product suite and its relationships and touchpoints
- Travel readiness based on business needs
Blue Yonder Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Blue Yonder and has not been reviewed or approved by Blue Yonder.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is described as generous or “unlimited” in the U.S., alongside paid holidays, sick time, and two paid volunteer days. These policies are often highlighted as strengths that support work–life balance.
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Flexible Benefits — Remote-work options and flexible arrangements are emphasized as part of the package. This flexibility is valued alongside compensation and can help offset middling pay for some roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided, with mental health/EAP support and HSA/FSA options referenced. These core coverages are portrayed as solid and comprehensive.
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What We Do
Blue Yonder is the world leader in digital supply chain and omni-channel commerce fulfillment. Our intelligent, end-to-end platform enables retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers to seamlessly predict, pivot and fulfill customer demand. With Blue Yonder, you can make more automated, profitable business decisions that deliver greater growth and re-imagined customer experiences. Blue Yonder - Fulfill your Potential Blue Yonder’s tagline “Fulfill Your Potential” reflects the company’s mission to empower every organization and person on the planet to fulfill their potential. Each day, our global teams of associates and business partners work together to accelerate global economic growth, increase sustainability and prosperity with a Sonoran Spirit.
