QA Engineer (Must have exp in blue yonder modules ): w2 ROLE

Key Responsibilities

· Design and implement detailed integration test plans for Blue Yonder modules such as Demand, Fulfillment, Replenishment, Space Planning, and Category Management.

· Validate data exchange between Blue Yonder and systems such as AS400, LOC, FMS, INMAR and Data Lakes.

· Ensure synchronization of inventory, forecast, and replenishment data across systems and validate data integrity from upstream (e.g., merchandising) to downstream (e.g., accounting, reporting).

· Conduct interface testing (batch, real-time, API, and message queue-based), ensuring all inputs/outputs, schedules, and failure scenarios are tested.

· Collaborate with data engineering teams to validate ETL jobs and data pipelines involving Blue Yonder integration points.

· Develop and maintain integration test cases, data scenarios, and expected results for end-to-end process validation (e.g., promotion lifecycle, allocation planning, demand forecasting).

· Collaborate with functional and technical teams including Supply Chain, Merchandising, Finance, and IT to understand system workflows and integration points.

· Work with solution architects to validate system designs and data mappings across integrated environments.

· Support UAT efforts by creating traceability from business requirements to integration test results.

Required Qualifications

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Accounting, or related field.
• 7+ years of QA experience, with at least 3 years in grocery retail or consumer goods.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience testing Blue Yonder (JDA) systems or other advanced supply chain planning tools.
• Strong understanding of grocery retail operations including inventory management, demand planning, and supply chain execution.
• Experience validating data pipelines, ETL jobs.
• Proficient in test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of integration testing concepts, including data synchronization, process orchestration, exception handling, and reconciliation.
• Proficient in SQL for complex data validation across systems.
• Solid understanding of QA best practices in Agile and DevOps environments.

Preferred:

• Experience with Blue Yonder Demand, Fulfillment, or Space Planning modules.
• Extensive experience with integration testing
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and data lakes.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
  
  Soft Skills
• Excellent communication skills for vendor and internal interactions
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills for resolving discrepancies
• Adaptability to changing processes during system implementation
• Team player willing to support colleagues during busy periods