Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Project Lead

Job Description - Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Project Lead (009B8B)

Job Title: Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Project Lead

Location: North America (NAM)
Department: GSC NAM Transportation and Customs
Reports to: NAM Transportation Transformation Manager

Job Summary:

Join our dynamic team as a Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Project Lead! In this pivotal role, you will serve as the North America Transportation Subject Matter Expert (SME), playing a crucial part in integrating a global TMS strategy into our North American operations. Your efforts will be essential in driving efficiency and fostering innovation within our transportation processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Expertise: Leverage your specialized knowledge to support priority supply chain transformation projects, including:
• Transportation Load Planning Process Optimization: Enhance load planning for transportation to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Freight Audit Pay (FAP) Process Optimization: Streamline freight auditing and payment processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Master Data Management Process Optimization: Improve management of critical data to ensure consistency, accuracy, and accessibility across the supply chain.
• Technical Design Capability for Supply Chain Communication: Develop technical solutions for communication methods such as Advance Shipping Notices (ASN), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), and Application Programming Interfaces (API).
• Coordination of End-To-End Control Tower Supply Chain Visibility Milestones: Manage inputs and outputs for a centralized view of the entire supply chain.
• Project Management: Oversee weekly progress on transportation strategic project milestones, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Operational Implementation: Play a key role in startup teams, managing tactical project milestones to ensure smooth execution.
• Financial Alignment: Accurately calculate savings targets to align with financial reporting methodologies, contributing to overall budget accuracy.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with transformation teams to proactively develop strategies for upcoming supply chain changes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience: 5+ years in Transportation Management, with experience in both domestic and international shipments preferred.
• Languages: Advanced proficiency in English; fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Skills Required:

• Digital Transformation: Proven experience in leading digital initiatives within the transportation sector.
• Supply Chain Tools: Proficient with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), particularly Manhattan Global, and experienced with ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle.
• Diverse Transport Experience: Knowledge across various transport modes, including LTL, domestic parcel, full truckload, and international operations.
• Leadership & Communication: Excellent collaboration and strong verbal and written communication skills, complemented by robust project management abilities.
• Analytical Proficiency: Strong analytical skills for data mining and financial analysis, with advanced capabilities in Excel.
• Project Management: Experience leading cross-functional teams to develop and execute logistics strategies.
• Financial Acumen: Understanding of management accounting and budget control processes.
• Business Operations Knowledge: Familiarity with operational support, manufacturing, and supply chain dynamics.