Accenture · 3 weeks ago
Blue Yonder WMS Lead (Senior Manager/Associate Director)
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$123K/yr - $302K/yr
10+ years expAccenture is a global collective of innovators applying the New every day to improve the way the world works and lives. The Blue Yonder WMS Lead will architect and optimize large-scale warehouse management solutions, lead complex implementations, and guide clients through warehouse transformation journeys while managing project delivery and stakeholder relationships.
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No H1B
Responsibilities
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
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
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
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)
Preferred
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
Strong 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 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
Company
Accenture
Accenture is a professional services company that provides solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6MKey Investors
Youth Business International
2018-10-01Grant· $6M
2001-07-27IPO
Leadership Team
Christie Smith
Senior Managing Director, Global CEO Transformation: Strategy & Consulting Lead
Jeff Laue
CEO and Senior Managing Director of Accenture Digital Inside Sales
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