Sap Sr. Consultant Tms

Position Title Sr Consultant TMS Employment Type Full-Time Reports To CoE Basis Lead Location India Hyderabad Travel 15 - 20 Job Summary An experienced and dedicated SAP TMS Senior Consultant to join Dangote SAP Delivery Center in India In this critical role you ll be responsible for the full lifecycle management of our SAP Transportation Management TMS solutions from detailed design and configuration to implementation testing and ongoing support You will serve as a key subject matter expert working closely with logistics sales and supply chain business stakeholders to translate complex transportation requirements into robust SAP TMS functionalities optimize freight processes reduce logistics costs and enhance overall supply chain efficiency The ideal candidate will possess deep functional expertise in SAP TMS a proven track record of successful project participation including S 4HANA transitions and strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills Key Responsibilities Business Requirements Analysis Solution Design Collaborate extensively with logistics sales procurement and supply chain business users to understand analyze and document complex transportation and freight management business requirements Translate detailed business needs into comprehensive functional specifications and design robust scalable SAP TMS solutions that align with industry best practices and internal logistics policies Lead or facilitate workshops and design sessions with stakeholders to validate requirements propose solutions and gain consensus SAP TMS Configuration Customization Perform hands-on configuration and customization across a wide range of SAP TMS functionalities including Transportation Network Locations Zones Transportation Lanes Carriers Resources vehicles drivers Order Management Freight Units creation consolidation based on business rules Planning Optimization Freight Order creation and management Load Planning Route Determination Scheduling manual and automated planning profiles Carrier Selection Tendering RFQ processing freight agreements charge management calculation sheets rate tables scales Execution Monitoring Event management tracking tracing delivery confirmations Settlement Freight cost calculation charge apportionment self-billing accruals integration with SAP FI CO Dangerous Goods Management basic understanding Integration with other SAP modules ECC S 4HANA like SD MM WM EWM FI CO SuccessFactors Ensure all configurations meet functional specifications adhere to transportation logistics principles and integrate seamlessly within the SAP ecosystem Project Implementation Delivery Actively lead or participate in all phases of the SAP TMS project lifecycle e g Prepare Explore Realize Deploy Run taking ownership of assigned deliverables related to transportation Prepare detailed functional specifications for custom developments RICEF objects Reports Interfaces Conversions Enhancements Forms and collaborate closely with ABAP CPI developers ensuring adherence to design and quality standards Oversee and support data migration activities for TMS master data e g carriers locations transportation lanes freight agreements Testing Quality Assurance Develop comprehensive test cases and scripts for SAP TMS functionalities Lead and execute unit testing support system integration testing SIT and facilitate user acceptance testing UAT to validate the functionality accuracy and efficiency of transportation solutions Identify analyze and resolve complex issues defects and discrepancies encountered during testing phases and post-go-live Training Documentation Develop high-quality training materials and conduct expert-level training sessions for logistics planning and finance teams on SAP TMS functionalities and reporting Create and maintain detailed documentation including process flows functional specifications configuration guides and user manuals Integration Cross-Module Collaboration Possess a strong and in-depth understanding of integration points between SAP TMS and other core SAP modules e g SAP SD - Sales Distribution SAP MM - Materials Management SAP EWM WM - Extended Warehouse Management Warehouse Management SAP FI CO - Finance Controlling Collaborate effectively with other SAP functional and technical consultants to ensure seamless end-to-end logistics processes Ongoing Support Optimization Provide expert Level 2 3 support for SAP TMS troubleshooting complex transportation and system issues and implementing timely corrective actions Lead continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing existing processes and system usage identifying opportunities for optimization automation and enhanced reporting within SAP TMS e g route optimization improved carrier performance management Manage and prioritize complex change requests and incidents within your area of expertise driving them to resolution Mentorship Thought Leadership Provide mentorship guidance and knowledge transfer to junior TMS consultants and internal support teams fostering their professional growth Stay abreast of the latest SAP developments within SAP S 4HANA Supply Chain specifically TMS and relevant industry trends in logistics and transportation management Required Skills Qualifications Education Information Technology Computer Science or a related field A Master s degree is a plus Experience Minimum of 8 years of dedicated hands-on experience as an SAP TMS Consultant Proven experience participating in at least 2-3 full lifecycle SAP TMS implementation projects or significant enhancement rollout projects Deep expertise in various aspects of transportation management including freight planning execution and settlement Extensive hands-on experience with SAP S 4HANA Transportation Management Embedded TMS or standalone is a strong advantage Experience with SAP ECC LE-TRA is also valuable but direct TMS experience is preferred Technical Proficiency Expert-level knowledge of SAP TMS module configurations master data and business processes Strong understanding of freight calculation charge management and settlement processes within TMS Ability to write clear detailed and comprehensive functional specifications for complex custom developments RICEF objects Familiarity with integration technologies e g IDocs APIs CPI is highly desirable Proficiency in ABAP debugging is a plus Experience with reporting and analytics tools for transportation data Core Competencies Exceptional analytical and complex problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and propose effective integrated SAP TMS solutions Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical and logistics concepts to diverse audiences including senior management Strong interpersonal skills capable of building rapport influencing stakeholders and driving consensus Proactive self-motivated results-oriented and highly organized with meticulous attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities work independently and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced logistics environment Strong understanding of project management methodologies e g Agile Waterfall Hybrid Preferred Qualifications SAP TMS Certification e g SAP Certified Application Associate - Transportation Management in SAP S 4HANA Familiarity with other SAP SCM components like EWM SuccessFactors APO or Ariba Experience with third-party logistics 3PL integration scenarios