Our people are our most important asset. Thank you for considering this opportunity as the next step in your career! Blue Yonder Title TMS Solution Architect Overview Solution Architect takes ownership of a solution within an implementation project and architects software solutions that solve the customer’s business problem and generate maximum value for the customer. The role holder may work on multiple programs/projects simultaneously within one industry, and/or may work on multiple applications within the TMS application set (in particular, Transportation Management, Transportation Modeler, and Transportation Planner). Solution Architect provides leadership and direction to the on-site implementation team on the design and execution of the solution and definition of business process workflows that accompany the solution. Responsibilities Understands how the Blue Yonder transportation solutions can be configured and delivered to best facilitate customer business processes. Serves as a functional liaison and contributes to key meetings between Project Manager, key customer contacts and customer users, up to and including key executive project sponsors. Works with Project Manager in planning efforts, creates detailed tasks and estimates in overall project plan. Leads business process analysis through design phase of the project that leads to writing solution design / functional specifications. Leads team in development of functional specifications for implementation, modifications, interfaces, reports, and screens that meet the customer’s business objectives and are of sound design. Ensures smooth and efficient implementation and integration between technical and functional system requirements by providing guidance and support throughout the implementation life cycle. Communicates gaps in applications capabilities to Product Marketing and Product Development. Develops and validates test plans and test scripts to ensure Blue Yonder software consistently meets the customer’s business objectives, in keeping with agreed acceptance criteria. Creates and modifies procedural and system documentation throughout the project. Verifies and proves that the system provides the required business functions and maintains data integrity. Communicates and/or supports communication of the business cases to Product Management and Product Development Departments regarding specific trends for future product functionality and enhancements. Prepares and delivers presentations for users, management, .and executive level audiences. Ensures knowledge transfer is conducted with key customer project team. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related area is required. Excellent knowledge of Supply Chain processes around Transportation Management. Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in using, implementing, or supporting TMS applications (e.g., Red Prairie, i2, or advanced TMS applications from other vendors) Proven ability to identify business improvement opportunities and propose relevant solutions Solid project management abilities (certification highly preferred) Ability to travel extensively across EMEA as required (potentially up to 75%) Business level fluency in English, both spoken and written Long-term right to live and work in the European Union All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Our ValuesIf you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success – and the success of our customers. Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core ValuesDiversity, Inclusion, Value & Equality (DIVE) is our strategy for fostering an inclusive environment we can be proud of. Check out Blue Yonder's inaugural Diversity Report which outlines our commitment to change, and our video celebrating the differences in all of us in the words of some of our associates from around the world.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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