About this role

ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking an experienced Senior JDA MMS / AS400 Consultant to join a large retail organization in Phoenix, AZ on a hybrid contract basis. In this role, you will provide functional and technical expertise to support, enhance, and optimize the JDA Merchandise Management System (MMS) running on the IBM i (AS400) platform. You will work closely with cross-functional teams across Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT to deliver reliable, high-integrity retail merchandising solutions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO - Provide deep functional and technical expertise across JDA MMS modules — including Items, Pricing, Promotions, Markdowns, Inventory, and Sales Audit. - Support and optimize AS400/IBM i batch processing, troubleshoot issues, and manage system performance. - Lead system enhancements, configurations, and integrations with POS, E-commerce, WMS, and Reporting Platforms. - Collaborate with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT teams for requirements gathering, testing, and production support.

- Drive system upgrades and lead production support efforts in large-scale retail environments. - Ensure data integrity, auditability, and accuracy of merchandising and financial transactions. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Required: - 7+ years of hands-on experience with JDA MMS on IBM i (AS400). - 10–20 years of overall IT/systems integration experience in retail or similar environments. - Strong knowledge of Retail Merchandising processes.

- Proficiency with RPG/CL, SQL, Batch Jobs, and system integrations on IBM i. - Proven ability to lead troubleshooting, upgrades, and production support in large retail environments. - Experience leading integrations with POS, E-commerce, WMS, and reporting platforms. - Experience working cross-functionally with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT stakeholders. - Strong commitment to data integrity, auditability, and accurate financial transaction processing.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS - Pay rate: $70–$75/hour (W2) - Contract engagement with a leading retail organization LOCATION - Phoenix, AZ — Hybrid on-site arrangement - On-site presence required 3 days per week: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday - Remote work permitted Monday and Friday

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