JD Edwards CAM Principal Consultant

Job Summary

Argano is seeking a JD Edwards CAM (Capital Asset Management) Principal Consultant to serve as a senior functional and strategic leader in delivering enterprise ERP solutions. This role combines deep functional expertise in JD Edwards CAM with principal-level consulting leadership, driving client outcomes, innovation, and alignment with business objectives.

The Principal Consultant is recognized as a subject matter expert internally and externally, responsible for leading complex implementations, shaping solution strategies, and contributing to the development of company capabilities and client success.

Key Responsibilities

Client Delivery & Solution Leadership

• Lead end-to-end JD Edwards CAM implementations across all project phases: requirements, design, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support.
• Provide expert guidance on CAM business processes and industry best practices. 
• Define and refine client business requirements; lead fit-gap analysis and solution design.
• Configure JD Edwards solutions aligned with business needs and enterprise architecture. 
• Drive system validation, including: 
  • Prototyping (PRT) 
  • Business Process Testing (BPT) 
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT) 
• Lead go-live planning, cutover activities, and post-production stabilization. 

Strategic Consulting & Innovation

• Act as a thought leader, applying innovative approaches to solve complex implementation and integration challenges. 
• Analyze current systems and data to identify enhancement opportunities. 
• Contribute to development of company objectives, methodologies, and best practices. 
• Align technology solutions with client business strategies and long-term goals. 

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead project teams and mentor junior consultants. 
• Collaborate across functional and technical teams to deliver integrated solutions. 
• Build and maintain strong executive-level client relationships. 
• Act independently in determining methods and approaches for complex engagements. 

Delivery Excellence

• Develop and manage test strategies, scripts, and execution cycles. 
• Produce high-quality functional and technical documentation. 
• Ensure successful knowledge transfer to client teams. 
• Manage multiple concurrent priorities while maintaining delivery quality. 

Principal-Level Expectations

Expertise & Influence

• Recognized as a JD Edwards CAM expert within the organization and industry. 
• Possesses broad and deep knowledge across JD Edwards modules and capabilities. 
• Contributes to organizational growth through thought leadership and solution innovation. 

Complex Problem Solving

• Manages significant and unique challenges requiring evaluation of complex variables and intangible factors 
• Exercises independent judgment in solution design and delivery approaches. 

Organizational Impact

• Influences strategic direction of projects and client engagements. 
• Builds cross-functional networks and drives collaboration across teams. 
• May supervise and guide other consultants and project resources. 

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field required 
• MBA or advanced degree preferred 

Experience

• 10+ years of JD Edwards experience, with strong focus on CAM 
• Proven experience leading full lifecycle ERP implementations 
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex client engagements. 
• Strong background in: 
  • Business process design 
  • Fit-gap analysis 
  • System configuration 
  • Testing and deployment 

Skills & Competencies

Functional & Technical

• Deep expertise in JD Edwards CAM and related modules 
• Strong understanding of ERP architecture and integrations 
• Ability to translate business requirements into system solutions.

Leadership & Communication

• Executive level communication and presentation skills 
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management capabilities 
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. 

Professional Skills

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving 
• High attention to detail and quality 
• Strong multitasking and time management
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining professionalism. 

The ideal candidate:

• Operates as a trusted advisor to clients. 
• Demonstrates visionary leadership and innovation. 
• Drives high-quality delivery and measurable business outcomes. 
• Builds lasting relationships and contributes to Argano’s growth and reputation.

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