Immediate Need !! Senior Blue Yonder (BY) WMS Techno-Functional Consultant
Plano, Texas, United States of America
Contract
3 weeks ago
Key skills
GoSQLOracleERPSAPStakeholder ManagementCommunicationCollaboration
About this role
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Position : Senior Blue Yonder (BY) WMS Techno-Functional Consultant
Location : Plano, TX (Hybrid)
Duration : Long term
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Blue Yonder (BY) WMS Techno-Functional Consultant, 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.
Key Responsibilities
Techno-Functional Responsibilities
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:
o Inbound (ASN, receiving, putaway)
o Outbound (picking strategies, packing, loading, shipping)
o Inventory management
o Replenishment
o Wave / waveless processing
o Yard management (if applicable)
o Labor Management (LMS), if deployed
Design and review interfaces and integrations with:
o ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
o 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.
Warehouse & Operational Engagement
Conduct onsite warehouse visits to:
o Understand real-world operational processes
o Lead requirement-gathering workshops
o Support UAT, cutover activities, and go-lives
o Troubleshoot operational/system issues directly on the warehouse floor
Partner with supply chain, operations, and IT teams to improve warehouse efficiency and throughput.
Implementation & Delivery
Lead or support full lifecycle implementations (design, build, test, deploy).
Create and maintain:
o Functional design documents (FDDs)
o Technical specifications
o 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
Required Qualifications
Experience
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.
Technical Skills
Strong understanding of:
o BY WMS architecture and data model
o Configuration vs. customization tradeoffs
o APIs, web services, message queues
o SQL and data analysis for troubleshooting
Experience with automation integration and RF/mobile device configurations is a plus.
Functional Expertise
Deep knowledge of warehouse operations and distribution center best practices.
Experience across different fulfillment models (e-commerce, retail, wholesale, 3PL preferred).
Location & Travel
Must be based in or near Plano, TX
Willing and able to frequently visit warehouses (local/regional).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Blue Yonder WMS migrations from older versions
Exposure to Distributed Order Management (DOM) or TMS is a plus
Prior consulting experience
Supply chain or logistics certifications
Soft Skills
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
Education
Bachelor s degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent experience