Senior Architect - Solutions
Summary
Designs and implements global supply planning solutions using Blue Yonder tools and AI to forecast, optimize inventory, and integrate systems across enterprise networks.
We are seeking a seasoned Blue Yonder Senior Solution Architect with 15+ years of supply chain expertise to design, configure, and implement global functional and technical supply planning solutions. In this role, you will leverage advanced Blue Yonder tools and next-generation cognitive capabilities to forecast, plan, and optimize inventory across our global network.
Key Responsibilities
1. Solution Design & Optimization
- Process Architecture: Build end-to-end supply planning strategies mapped to complex business needs.
- System Integration: Connect Blue Yonder applications seamlessly with broader enterprise systems.
- Continuous Improvement: Deliver ongoing enhancements and train end-users to maximize system utility.
2. Tool Configuration & Technical Expertise
- Core Modules: Architect and configure Blue Yonder ESP, Fulfillment, Demand, Demand 360, and IO (PL/SQL).
- Next-Gen Tech: Implement Blue Yonder AI and machine learning capabilities to drive innovation.
- Data Synthesis: Analyze historical data, market trends, and sales patterns to boost forecasting accuracy.
3. Business Analysis & Agile Delivery
- Requirement Gathering: Lead stakeholder sessions to justify business cases and define functional specs.
- Agile Blueprinting: Develop user stories, activity diagrams, delivery roadmaps, and impact metrics.
- Prototyping: Partner with UX and developer teams to build high-fidelity prototypes and demos.
4. Cross-Functional Leadership
- Technical Alignment: Present requirements to QA, UX, and dev teams; clarify technical questions during sprints.
- Testing Validation: Partner with QA to design test plans, system testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Mentorship: Provide technical guidance, best practices, and mentorship to junior analysts.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in supply chain solution architecture.
- Expertise: Deep hands-on configuration experience with Blue Yonder/JDA supply planning suites.
- Cognitive Skills: Proficient in Blue Yonder Luminate Cognitive Platform, including AI-driven automation, unified data layers, and intelligent workflow optimization.
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