Global TMS Program Lead - Automation & AI in Logistics

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD is seeking a Principal Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Program Manager to own the global TMS strategy, architecture, and multi-year roadmap. You will lead vendor selection, implement deployment across regions, and partner with IT, Logistics, and Finance to deliver scalable transportation capabilities.

Automating planning and analytics will be a core focus as AMD modernizes its logistics tech ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Experience leading enterprise-scale system implementations (TMS preferred) and global deployment.
• Strong technical program management skills across cross-functional initiatives.
• Solid understanding of transportation operations, carrier management, and freight settlement.
• Experience with system integrations and data analytics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Own AMD’s global TMS strategy, architecture, and multi-year roadmap.
• Lead end-to-end TMS vendor selection, including requirements development and RFP.
• Manage global TMS implementation, deployment, and regional rollout across modes and business units.
• Collaborate with IT and external vendors on system design, security, and data architecture.
• Translate business requirements into functional and technical system specifications.
• Drive automation and AI-enabled use cases to optimize transportation planning and execution.
• Establish governance models, KPIs, and dashboards to track performance and outcomes.
• Lead change management, including training strategy and user adoption.
• Oversee post-deployment lifecycle management and continuous improvement.
• Ensure TMS supports global trade compliance and audit readiness.

Skills

Logistics

Transportation

Global teams

Cross-functional PM

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Info Systems, Engineering

Advanced degree or certifications (PMP, APICS, Six Sigma)

Tools

Power BI

SQL

ERP/WMS systems

Job description

AMD is seeking a Principal Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Program Manager to own the global TMS strategy, architecture, and multi-year roadmap. You will lead vendor selection, implement deployment across regions, and partner with IT, Logistics, and Finance to deliver scalable transportation capabilities.

Automating planning and analytics will be a core focus as AMD modernizes its logistics tech ecosystem.