SAP TMS Technical Lead

Key Role & responsibilities:

- Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP TMS solutions to optimize transportation processes across the organization.

- Collaborate with business teams to gather requirements, understand transportation needs, and translate them into technical specifications.

- Oversee the integration of SAP TMS with other SAP modules and third-party systems to ensure seamless data flow and process alignment.

- Monitor and troubleshoot TMS-related issues, ensuring system reliability and optimal performance.

- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing.

- Develop and maintain documentation for TMS configurations, processes, and technical specifications.

- Stay updated on the latest developments in SAP TMS and industry trends to enhance organizational capabilities.

- Participate in testing, validation, and change management processes related to TMS implementations and upgrades.

Preferred candidate profile:

Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field; Masters degree preferred.

- Extensive experience with SAP TMS, including technical configuration and integration.

- Proven experience in leading technical teams and managing SAP projects.

- Strong understanding of transportation processes and logistics operations.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical issues.

- Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Familiarity with agile methodologies is a plus.

- Relevant SAP certifications in TMS or transportation management are highly desirable.

Additional Qualifications:

- Ability to work onsite in Bangalore, India

- Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and client engagement skills.

- Demonstrated stable work history with long-term accountability in prior roles.

- Experience working in global delivery or multi-geography AMS environments.

- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-visibility offshore leadership role with consistent US time-zone overlap.

- Strong written and verbal English (required)

- Experience with US/EU companies (preferred)

- Failure to respond to all supplemental questions may result in automatic disqualification.