Global TMS Optimizer

abinbev; Vlaams-Brabant; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Bonus

Flexible Rewards system

Quarterly beer vouchers

Compensation & seniority days

Meal vouchers

Parental leave

Life insurance, disability & medical

Learning & Development opportunities

Wellbeing support Initiatives

Job summary

AB InBev seeks a Global TMS Optimizer to elevate transportation performance across its global network from Leuven. The role focuses on optimizing Blue Yonder TMS, building in-house capabilities, and guiding international teams through standardization and best practices.

You will contribute to end-to-end implementations, onboarding countries to TMS, and developing scalable templates to support evolving business needs. Strong analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Blue Yonder TMS implementation experience, including two end-to-end implementations.
• Strong knowledge of TMS optimization, TMOD, system configuration, and transportation processes.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, MS Access, and SQL skills.
• Good level of English.
• Degree in Business/IT/Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Drive global transport optimization by implementing and optimizing Blue Yonder TMS across Centers of Excellence.
• Develop and enhance standardized AB InBev TMS templates and tailor solutions per zone needs.
• Support end-to-end TMS implementation projects, ensuring scalable and compliant deployments.
• Build internal expertise in Blue Yonder TMS, TMOD, and related modules and share best practices.

Skills

Blue Yonder TMS

TMS optimization

SQL

Excel

English

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/IT/Engineering

Job description

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

#DreamBig

Global TMS Optimizer

Make transport smarter. Drive global impact.

Are you passionate about transport optimization, digital solutions, and turning complex logistics challenges into practical business improvements? Do you have in-depth experience with Blue Yonder Transportation Management System (TMS) and want to use your expertise to shape logistics operations on a global scale?

At AB InBev, we are looking for a Global TMS Optimizer to strengthen our Logistics Operations team. In this role, you will help optimize transportation processes across our global network, develop innovative TMS solutions, and build internal expertise to support future implementations worldwide.

You're based in Leuven, working with international teams to improve efficiency, standardize processes, and unlock the full potential of our transportation technology.

At AB InBev, we dream big, take ownership, and challenge ourselves to do better every day. If you're ready to combine technical expertise with global business impact, this could be your next opportunity.

Who we are

Brewing the world's most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive.

Our portfolio of iconic brands includes global classics like Stella Artois, Bud, and Corona, and well-known favorites such as Jupiler, Leffe, and Hoegaarden .

We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy.

We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.

That's Who We Are: Come and OWN IT .

What you'll do

As Global TMS Optimizer, you will be a key expert in Blue Yonder TMS optimization, helping our global teams improve transportation performance while building sustainable in-house capabilities.

Drive global transport optimization

• Implement and optimize Blue Yonder TMS algorithms across our global Centers of Excellence, enabling countries to improve transportation planning and execution.
• Apply your knowledge of transport constraints, vehicle availability, location throughput, dock scheduling, freight tariffs, shipment splitting, and 3D load building.
• Identify opportunities to improve transportation efficiency, cost, and operational performance.

Develop and enhance TMS solutions

• Contribute to the development of a standardized AB InBev TMS template, covering core functionalities such as upload templates, freight auctions, approval workflows.
• Design and implement TMS solutions and customizations tailored to the specific needs of different zones.
• Support the development and implementation of new functionalities that address evolving business requirements.

Support global implementation and adoption

• Help onboard countries that do not yet use TMS into our global Centers of Excellence.
• Contribute to end-to-end TMS implementation projects, ensuring solutions are effective, scalable, and aligned with global standards.
• Develop training materials, support knowledge sharing, and participate in audits to strengthen system adoption and process consistency.

Build internal expertise and drive continuous improvement

• Develop AB InBev's in-house expertise in Blue Yonder TMS Optimization, TMOD, and related modules.
• Reduce our dependency on external vendors by strengthening internal technical capabilities.
• Help optimize investment in TMS and TMOD implementation, customization, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with global technical and functional teams to share best practices and continuously improve our transportation processes.

Who you are

We are looking for a technically skilled, solution-oriented professional with strong expertise in Blue Yonder TMS and transportation processes.

Your experience and expertise

• A degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of Blue Yonder TMS implementation experience, including two end-to-end implementations.
• Strong knowledge of TMS Optimization, TMOD, system configuration, and transportation processes, ideally within AB InBev or another CPG company.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, MS Access, and SQL skills.
• You have a good level of English.

Next to our competitive base salary, we put our people first by providing on-top benefits

• Competitive Bonus.
• A Flexible Rewards system - (smartphone, bike lease, internet at home, Extra pension Plan, etc.).
• Quarterly vouchers to taste our delicious beers.
• Compensation & seniority days in addition to legal holidays (40 Days total).
• Meal vouchers, allowances, gift per company policy.
• A unique Parental leave.
• Competitive Life insurance, disability & medical plan.
• Learning & Development opportunities (LinkedIn Learning/ Workday Learning/Mentoring).
• Multiple Physical & Mental Wellbeing support Initiatives.

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