Strategic Transformation Advisory Director (Manufacturing Planning)

Strategic Transformation Advisory Director (Manufacturing)

Comparable Title: Strategic Services Director

Location: US – Remote

Travel: Domestic and, possibly, international travel is expected up to 50%

Overview

Join the Blue Yonder Strategic Transformation Advisory team focusing on e2e transformation advisory and supporting BY software deployments for our manufacturing customers. You’ll partner with Tier 1 Manufacturing Customers to design future-state processes, aligning them with BY software solutions, and lead transformation initiatives that drive efficiency, profitability, and innovation for our customers. This role requires a strong foundation in manufacturing planning processes and industry insights. You will drive next-gen transformations using Blue Yonder’s AI-powered software suite across Production Planning and Scheduling, Demand Planning, Inventory Optimization and S&OP.

What you’ll do

• Act as a trusted advisor and industry expert, advising clients on best practices in supply chain planning processes and enabling them on leading edge solutions from BY
• Lead customer workshops and drive strategic transformation blueprints to optimize supply chain processes and drive key design decisions for BY solutions for customers
• Champion thought leadership through industry insights, presentations, and events
• Define transformation roadmaps, business case and drive software adoption
• Build lasting relationships with C-level executives, guiding them through complex change programs
• Execute Organizational Change Management initiatives for customers
• Collaborate with various stakeholders including BY Senior Architects, customer/partner consultants, Change Team, BY Sales team, BY Cloud and Product Teams to ensure the intended business objectives and value can be realized

What we are looking for

• 15+ years’ experience in operation strategy or in a consulting role for the manufacturing industry, with deep knowledge of end-to-end manufacturing planning processes definition and implementation in organizations., including exposure to supply chain software implementations
• Deep knowledge of end-to-end manufacturing supply chains and industry trends
• Proven success in process design, change management, and supply chain solution deployment
• Exceptional facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills
• Strong problem-solving capabilities
• Having exposure to usage of AI/ML to solve supply chain problems, is desirable
• Hands-on experience with Blue Yonder Manufacturing Planning applications are a plus
• Advanced degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related fields preferred; Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience considered

You are

• Collaborative, proactive, and outcome driven
• Skilled at navigating complexity and delivering transformational software implementations
• Open to embracing new technologies including usage of AI/ML to solve customer problems

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The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $180,000 USD.

The salary range information provided, reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.

At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Matching
• Flexible Time Off
• Corporate Fitness Program
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more

At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.

Our Values

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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.