Blue Yonder (JDA) Solution Architect (Supply ChainLogistics) Santa Clara, CA Onsite JK

Blue Yonder (JDA) Solution Architect
Logistics & Supply Chain Solutions
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Blue Yonder (JDA) Solution Architect to lead end-to-end solution design
and implementation for a 6 month consulting engagement. The ideal candidate will drive solution
architecture and design for Blue Yonder (BY) implementations and enhancements translating complex
business requirements into scalable best-practice logistics solutions. This role requires deep Blue
Yonder expertise strong leadership capabilities and preferably prior experience with semiconductor
manufacturing environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Solution Architecture: Own end-to-end solution blueprint covering process design
configuration integrations reporting and data migration; present solution options with
tradeoffs and strategic recommendations to stakeholders.
Requirements & Design: Conduct discovery workshops gather business requirements and
translate into comprehensive functional and technical specifications aligned with best practices.
Integration Architecture: Design and guide integration strategy with upstream/downstream
systems including ERP (SAP/Oracle) EDI carrier systems OMS WCS and supply chain visibility
platforms.
BY Configuration & Best Practices: Guide teams on Blue Yonder configuration across logistics
processesinbound/outbound warehouse operations order planning execution and freight
settlement.
Non-Functional Requirements: Define performance scalability security monitoring and
resilience requirements; ensure solution meets enterprise standards.
Testing & Quality: Develop SIT/UAT strategy lead defect triage and ensure solution quality
through client sign-offs and production readiness.
Stakeholder Management: Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to manage
scope risks dependencies and release readiness; provide executive-level communication.
Team Leadership & Knowledge Transfer: Mentor and guide implementation team members;
lead knowledge transition sessions and establish long-term solution governance.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 35 end-to-end Blue Yonder (JDA) implementation projects as Solution Architect or
Senior Functional Consultant.
Deep expertise in Blue Yonder ESP (Enterprise Service Platform) and Order Promising (OP)
configuration process design and logistics best practices.
Strong experience designing and architecting integrations with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle) EDI
OMS WCS and carrier management platforms.
Proven ability to conduct discovery workshops perform system analysis and write
comprehensive functional and technical specifications.
Exceptional problem-solving strategic thinking and analytical skills; ability to troubleshoot
complex logistics and supply chain challenges.
Strong communication and stakeholder management; comfortable presenting to executive
leadership and managing scope/risk/dependencies.
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering MIS or equivalent; or minimum 6
years of related Blue Yonder/JDA consulting experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior implementation experience with semiconductor manufacturing or product-based
customers (highly preferred).
Hands-on experience with Blue Yonder inbound outbound warehouse operations Order
Promising and warehouse execution system (WES) modules.
Exposure to freight settlement charge calculation and carrier management functionality.
Knowledge of supply chain control towers and advanced supply chain visibility platforms.
Experience mentoring implementation teams and driving knowledge transition in complex
multi-phase programs.
Engagement Details
Duration: 6 months (potential for extension based on project phasing).
Location: 5075% travel required across Dallas Boston and Bay Area client locations.
Role: Solution Architect leading architecture design and implementation governance.
Team: Will partner with implementation teams functional consultants technical teams and
business stakeholders.