Senior Blue Yonder Warehouse Management (WMS) Consultant
Apex Systems · Richmond, VA · 6 days ago
ConsultingContract
About the role
The role involves supporting a major warehouse modernization initiative replacing a 30-year-old legacy MMS platform with Blue Yonder's WMS. This is a critical enterprise deployment and requires a senior-level Blue Yonder Warehouse Management Consultant.
Responsibilities
- Review and validate the architecture and configuration of the existing Blue Yonder WMS solution
- Provide strategic guidance and technical expertise for the implementation
- Configure and optimize the Blue Yonder WMS platform based on business requirements and functional specifications
- Translate business requirements into effective Blue Yonder WMS configurations
- Work alongside business analysts and functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex configuration and integration issues
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
Requirements
- 7+ years of Blue Yonder Warehouse Management (WMS) implementation experience
- Deep expertise in configuring and customizing Blue Yonder WMS solutions
- Experience leading or advising large-scale WMS implementations and deployments
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, and distribution workflows
- Ability to assess existing configurations and recommend best practices and improvements
- Comfortable working alongside business analysts and functional teams who provide requirements
- Strong consulting, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Previous experience replacing legacy warehouse management systems is highly preferred
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- Professional Certifications: Certified Blue Yonder Professional (CBYP) or similar relevant certifications
Skills
- Technical proficiency with Blue Yonder WMS
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Knowledge of industry standards and best practices
Benefits
Everforth Apex offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans. Additional perks include an ESPP, 401K matching, HSA, EAP, corporate discounts, and ongoing training and certification opportunities.