Strategic Advisor (Life Sciences / Process Manufacturing) Blue Yonder $170,000
- $185,000 USD, plus a variable component.
flex time, 401(k) United States, Texas, Coppell 9001 Cypress Waters Blvd (Show on map) Apr 08, 2026
Job Title:
Strategic Advisor (Life Sciences / Process Manufacturing)
Synonymous Business Title:
Strategic Services Director Location:
Virtual within the US Overview
- Supply Chain Advisory team Blue Yonder is a leading AI-driven Global Supply Chain Solutions Software Product Company and one of Glassdoor's "Best Places to Work".
Blue Yonder's Supply Chain Advisory (SCA) team provides expert guidance to organizations aiming to optimize their supply chain operations. The department's primary focus is on delivering strategic insights, solutions, and transformative practices that align with business goals to enhance efficiency, agility, and value across the supply chain. Scope
- Strategic Advisor (Life Sciences / Process Manufacturing) The Strategic Advisor is a Director-level position and plays a critical role within our Supply Chain Advisory team by supporting and delivering strategic advisory engagements that help clients optimize and transform their supply chain operations.
This role leads design workstreams, develops strategic recommendations, sells and expands SaaS deals, and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable value to customers. The ideal candidate has strong supply chain expertise, proven experience in the Life Sciences / Process Manufacturing industry and/or management consulting and SaaS sales, and the ability to translate complex challenges into actionable solutions. What you'll do Lead the development and execution of business strategic initiatives and software implementation projects.
Work with Solution Advisors (pre-sales) on building software and advisory services pipeline within the CPG industry vertical
Lead the blueprinting / high-level software implementation design phase of projects at key Life Sciences / Process Manufacturing customers (i.e. business process, key design decisions and enterprise architecture)
Build and present recommendations to customer leadership, ensuring insights are grounded in data and aligned with customer business goals (i.e. Level 1 Demos).
Support team leadership in shaping engagement strategy, deliverable quality, and client communications.
Participate in thought leadership efforts, including market research, internal frameworks, and executive-ready content.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver solution rollouts and strategic initiatives.
Identify and prioritize growth opportunities through data-driven analysis and industry insights.
Ensure high quality deliverables and client satisfaction. Key Skills Possess deep Life Sciences / Process Manufacturing industry knowledge, understands market trends, organizational strengths, gaps, and whitespace opportunities.
Experienced in guiding customers through best-practice solution deployments; not afraid to challenge assumptions early in the project life-cycle.
Strong storytelling skills with ability to relate solution demos to the day-to-day work and outcomes our customer require
Ability to gather, synthesize, and interpret data from industry trends, competitive landscapes, and customer feedback to inform strategic decisions and roadmap development
Able to provide Change Management advisory through our customers business transformation
Confidently leads process design and serves as a design authority.
Effectively engages with executive leadership, C-level clients, industry partners, and global forums.
Strong presentation skills; can convey strategic recommendations, influence decision-making, and represent Blue Yonder in high-impact environments.
Expertise to design, launch, and optimize industry-specific solutions and go-to-market plans (developing integrated product offerings, tailoring strategies to industry needs, ensuring competitive positioning in the marketplace). What we are looking for Proven industry experience leading business teams within a tier 1 Life Sciences / Process Manufacturing organization, and/or 10+ years of experience in management consulting to CPG industry customers
Ability to influence C-Level Executives and proven experience as a 'trusted advisor' (e.g. Level 1 Demos)
Tech Visionary:
Having exposure to usage of AI/ML to solve supply chain problems, is highly desirable
Strong process modelling skills
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proven track record of delivering successful strategic initiatives and projects in the Life Sciences / Process Manufacturing industry
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- The salary range for this position is $170,000
- $185,000 USD, plus a variable component.
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 If you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success
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Core Values 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.
