The Senior Application Launch Manager will lead end-to-end implementations of Blue Yonder Warehouse Management System (WMS) solutions across a distributed network of warehouse sites. This role combines strong functional and technical expertise to align Blue Yonder system capabilities with operational needs in a fast-paced logistics environment.
This is a highly collaborative, customer-facing role requiring hands-on experience with Blue Yonder, strong project leadership, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent implementations.
Responsibilities
- Lead full lifecycle Blue Yonder WMS implementations, including design, configuration, testing, and go-live
- Manage multiple site deployments, ensuring consistent execution and delivery standards
- Act as the primary point of contact for internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners
- Translate business requirements into Blue Yonder WMS configurations, as well as integrations with LMS and WCS systems
- Drive project timelines, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
- Facilitate stakeholder communication, status reporting, and executive updates
- Support data validation, SQL-based analysis, and system testing activities
- Provide post-go-live (hypercare) support and ensure smooth transition to operations
- Partner closely with warehouse operations teams to validate workflows and optimize system usage
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement of implementation processes
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- 6+ years of hands-on experience implementing Blue Yonder WMS (required)
- Proven experience leading end-to-end Blue Yonder deployments across multiple sites
- Strong working knowledge of SQL for data validation, troubleshooting, and testing
- Experience integrating Blue Yonder WMS with ERP systems (e.g., SAP); WCS integration is a plus
- Background in distribution, warehousing, and logistics operations
- Strong stakeholder management and client-facing implementation experience
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
Key Competencies
- Business Acumen
- Communication
- Influence & Collaboration
- Change Management
- Strategic Thinking
Travel
25%–50% travel required, with increased onsite presence during implementations and go-live phases.