JDA MMS / AS400 Senior Consultant

About the Role A well-established IT staffing and consulting firm is seeking an experienced JDA MMS / AS400 Senior Consultant to support, enhance, and optimize the JDA Merchandise Management System (MMS) on the IBM i (AS400) platform for a leading retail organization. This is a hybrid, W2 contract engagement based in Phoenix, AZ. What You'll Do Provide functional and technical expertise in JDA MMS , covering Items, Pricing, Promotions, Markdowns, Inventory, and Sales Audit modules. Support AS400/IBM i batch processing, troubleshooting, and system performance optimization. Lead system enhancements, configurations, and integrations with POS, E-commerce, WMS, and Reporting Platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally with Merchandising, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT teams for requirements gathering, testing, and production support. Ensure data integrity, auditability, and accuracy across merchandising and financial transactions. What We're Looking For Required: 7+ years of hands-on experience with JDA MMS on IBM i (AS400) . Strong knowledge of Retail Merchandising processes and workflows. Proficiency in RPG/CL, SQL, Batch Jobs , and system integrations. Proven ability to lead troubleshooting, upgrades, and production support in large-scale retail environments. Nice to Have: Experience integrating JDA MMS with enterprise platforms such as POS, WMS, or E-commerce systems. Background in retail supply chain or financial systems. Compensation & Benefits Pay Rate: $70–$75/hour (W2) Employment type: Contract (W2) Location Phoenix, AZ — Hybrid on-site (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in office) Visa sponsorship policy: Not specified — candidates should confirm eligibility directly.