SAP Transportation Management (TM) Expert
SAP Transportation Management (TM) Expert
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Job Title: SAP Transportation Management (TM) Expert
Location : NY/NJ/CT/MA/DE/PA/VA/MD/DC
Job Description:
We are looking for a skilled SAP Transportation Management (TM) Expert to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing, configuring, and optimizing SAP TM solutions to streamline and enhance transportation and logistics operations. You will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners to ensure efficient transportation processes, from order creation to delivery, while ensuring seamless integration with other SAP systems such as SAP S/4HANA and SAP EWM. This is a key role for anyone passionate about logistics, supply chain optimization, and system integration.
Responsibilities:
SAP TM Implementation & Configuration:
- Lead and manage the end-to-end implementation of SAP Transportation Management (TM) to ensure efficient, optimized transportation processes.
- Configure SAP TM to handle transportation planning, scheduling, order management, freight cost calculation, and carrier selection.
- Design and implement processes to support inbound, outbound, and international transportation scenarios.
- Customize transportation planning and execution workflows based on business needs, ensuring alignment with existing operations and best practices.
Integration with Other SAP Solutions:
- Ensure seamless integration of SAP TM with other SAP solutions such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP EWM (Extended Warehouse Management), SAP Ariba, and SAP Supply Chain Management.
- Collaborate with technical teams to ensure integration of transportation data with SAP ERP and external systems for real-time tracking and visibility.
- Implement and maintain data exchange mechanisms for third-party systems (e.g., carrier systems, transportation service providers) to ensure smooth data flow and operational efficiency.
Transportation Planning & Optimization:
- Optimize transportation planning by using SAP TM to manage shipments, select the most cost-effective carriers, and minimize transportation lead times.
- Leverage SAP TM's advanced features, such as freight cost calculations, route optimization, and load planning, to reduce overall logistics costs.
- Ensure that SAP TM is used to manage and track transportation orders, shipments, and invoicing, including the application of appropriate rules and best practices.
- Configure and implement freight cost models and rate management within SAP TM, ensuring proper costing for transportation services.
- Develop and manage freight audit processes to verify transport charges and ensure accurate and timely billing.
- Collaborate with finance and procurement teams to ensure that transportation costs are accurately tracked and optimized.
Monitoring & Reporting:
- Set up and manage monitoring tools within SAP TM to track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, transportation costs, carrier performance, and route efficiency.
- Generate reports and dashboards to provide real-time insights into transportation operations and performance metrics.
- Work with business stakeholders to create customized reports and analytics that support strategic decision-making and operational improvements.
Support & Troubleshooting:
- Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for SAP TM users, resolving technical issues related to transportation planning, execution, and integration with other systems.
- Work with business teams to optimize transportation processes and address any issues impacting the performance of SAP TM.
- Continuously monitor system performance and address integration or functionality issues to ensure smooth transportation operations.
User Training & Documentation:
- Provide training to end-users (transportation planners, logistics managers, and other relevant stakeholders) on how to effectively use SAP TM.
- Develop and maintain user guides, training materials, and documentation to support users in utilizing the system efficiently.
- Offer guidance and expertise to help users resolve issues, optimize processes, and maximize the use of SAP TM.
- Stay up to date with the latest SAP TM features, releases, and best practices to continuously improve system functionality and user adoption.
- Analyze transportation operations, identify opportunities for optimization, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
- Recommend new features and processes to enhance the use of SAP TM in transportation management and logistics operations.
Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with SAP Transportation Management (TM), including implementation, configuration, and optimization.
- Strong knowledge of logistics and transportation processes, including freight planning, cost management, carrier selection, and shipment tracking.
- Experience integrating SAP TM with other SAP solutions such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP EWM, SAP Ariba, or third-party logistics systems.
- Experience in managing large-scale transportation management projects and ensuring the successful delivery of SAP TM solutions.
Technical Skills:
- Expertise in SAP TM configuration, including freight order management, shipment execution, freight cost calculation, and transportation planning.
- Familiarity with SAP integration tools and middleware (e.g., SAP PI/PO, SAP Cloud Platform Integration).
- Strong understanding of SAP S/4HANA integration with SAP TM and other logistics management solutions.
- Basic knowledge of ABAP for customization or understanding of SAP technical architecture is a plus.
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, especially in complex transportation and logistics scenarios.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret data and make recommendations for optimization.
Preferred Qualifications:
- SAP Certification in SAP Transportation Management (TM).
- Familiarity with SAP Event Management and its integration with SAP TM.
- Experience in optimizing transportation processes for both global and regional supply chains.
- Knowledge of industry regulations and best practices in transportation and logistics management.
ITC Infotech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. ITC infotech is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
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