Blue Yonder Warehouse Management Functional (WMS) Lead

We Are: We are a global collective of innovators applying the New every day to improve the way the world works and lives. New doesn’t mean being ahead of the curve; new is pushing forward the curve, riding the edge where the impossible meets the transformational and making it reality where it matters. Help us show the world what’s possible as you partner with clients to unlock hidden value and deliver innovative solutions. Empowered with innovative tools, continuous learning and a global community of diverse talent and perspectives, we drive success in a new business architecture that disrupts conventional practices. Our expertise spans 40+ industries across 120+ countries and impacts millions of lives every day. We turn ideas into reality. You Are: A highly experienced Blue Yonder WMS leader with deep experience architecting, delivering, and optimizing large‑scale warehouse management solutions across complex supply chain environments. You blend technical depth with strategic leadership, enabling you to guide teams, advise executives, and shape the future of digital fulfillment operations. You bring a strong understanding of BY WMS (Discrete/SaaS), warehouse processes, automation, and multi‑system interoperability—and you know how to turn these capabilities into measurable business value. You are equally comfortable: Leading cross‑functional delivery teams through complex implementations Designing scalable, resilient, and secure WMS architectures Partnering with senior client stakeholders to shape strategy and influence outcomes Driving pre‑sales efforts, estimating solutions, and shaping new opportunities Building people capability and elevating best practices within the WMS practice Thriving in ambiguity, solving difficult problems with clarity, and demonstrating leadership that inspires confidence at all levels The Work WMS Solution Architecture & Design Leadership Architect end‑to‑end Blue Yonder WMS solutions for highly complex clients across industries such as retail, consumer goods, logistics, and manufacturing. Define business and technical requirements, perform fit/gap analysis, lead Conference Room Pilots, and design scalable WMS solutions that minimize complexity while maximizing operational impact. Ensure interoperability and integration across connected systems (ERP, TMS, OMS, WCS/MHE, parcel/Carrier, Voice, ASRS). Develop detailed solution specifications, configuration approaches, integration designs, and technical documentation. Provide architectural governance and design assurance across the entire delivery lifecycle. Program Leadership & Delivery Excellence Lead delivery of complex BY WMS programs, overseeing configuration, testing (SIT / UAT), deployment, training, cutover, and hypercare stabilization. Manage project scope, risks, RAID logs, timelines, and cross‑functional coordination with functional, technical, development, testing, data, security, and operations teams. Identify and resolve issues across WMS modules, integrations, and operational workflows, ensuring system readiness and high‑quality deployment. Oversee release management, validation cycles, UAT/SIT, and performance optimization. Client Advisory, Stakeholder Management & Value Delivery Act as the primary senior point of contact for client leadership, building long‑term, trusted relationships. Guide clients through warehouse transformation journeys—including process redesign, automation enablement, network optimization, and continuous improvement roadmaps. Lead workshops, requirements sessions, value assessments, maturity assessments, and solution strategy discussions. Provide strategic recommendations grounded in industry benchmarks, operational intelligence, and BY best practices. Pre‑Sales, Business Development & Practice Growth Shape opportunities by developing estimates, delivery strategies, solution approaches, and proposal content. Engage Managing Directors and senior executives to position Accenture as the partner of choice for enterprise WMS transformations. Contribute to the Blue Yonder practice by developing accelerators, reusable assets, delivery frameworks, and thought leadership. Mentor and grow talent across the practice, building strong, diverse teams capable of delivering complex WMS programs. Quality, Governance & Risk Management Ensure design artifacts, processes, and delivery practices meet leading industry standards. Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies across design, integration, testing, and deployment. Establish and enforce best‑in‑class architecture practices, technical controls, documentation standards, and delivery methodologies. Travel Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements. Here’s What You Need Minimum of 10 years of experience in WMS, supply chain, logistics, or fulfillment technology. Minimum of 8 years of hands‑on Blue Yonder/JDA WMS architecture, design, or implementation experience. Minimum of 8 years of experience leading large, complex WMS or supply chain transformation programs in a client‑facing capacity. Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years work experience). If Associate’s Degree, must have equivalent (minimum 6 years work experience). Deep knowledge of Blue Yonder WMS (Discrete/SaaS), including configuration, design, and integration. Strong understanding of warehouse processes (receiving, inventory, picking, replenishment, packing, shipping, labor). Experience integrating WMS with ERP/Host, TMS, OMS, WCS/MHE, Voice, ASRS, parcel systems, and other supply chain solutions. Proven ability to lead solution blueprinting, architecture design, and technical governance across multi‑system landscapes. Strong capability in issue resolution, trace analysis, data assessment, and quality assurance. Experience across multiple industries (Retail, CPG, eCommerce, Food & Beverage, Manufacturing). Experience with other WMS platforms (Manhattan, Körber, Oracle, SAP eWM). Experience with supply chain automation (AMRs, conveyors, ASRS). Familiarity with Agile/Scrum or hybrid delivery methodologies. Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, GCP), API/Middleware integration, or data migration strategies. Thought leadership and innovation mindset in supply chain and fulfillment operations. Demonstrated experience in managing senior stakeholders, influencing decisions, and guiding transformation strategy. Strong estimating skills for sizing, scoping, and shaping WMS solutions with optimal cost and ROI. Ability to manage teams, coach resources, and foster a high‑performance delivery culture. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and storytelling skills. Compensation Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. California $132,500 to $302,400 Cleveland $122,700 to $241,900 Colorado $132,500 to $261,300 District of Columbia $141,100 to $278,200 Illinois $122,700 to $261,300 Maine $112,900 to $222,500 Maryland $132,500 to $261,300 Massachusetts $132,500 to $278,200 Minnesota $132,500 to $261,300 New York $122,700 to $302,400 New Jersey $141,100 to $302,400 Virginia $122,700 to $278,200 Washington $141,100 to $278,200 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. 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