TMS Consultant

Overview

On Site
Compensation information provided in the description
Full Time

Skills

Change Management
Warehouse Management
Facilitation
Software Design
Transportation Management
Specification Gathering
System Testing
Documentation
Process Improvement
Regulatory Compliance
Computer Science
Supply Chain Management
Warehouse
Enterprise Resource Planning
SAP
Logistics
WMS
TMS
Management
Project Management
PMP
Agile
Waterfall
Leadership
Stakeholder Management
Communication
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Decision-making
GxP
Taxes
Life Insurance
Collaboration
Partnership
Business Transformation
Law

Job Details

Description
This role requires a technical background with Transportation Management Systems (TMS). This person will be driving the business from the IT team.
The client is integrating TMS with WMS.
Job Summary: Candidates
should possess functional and technical skills, as well as demonstrate
leadership and change management for WMS/TMS implementation. Responsibilities
include designing and executing Warehouse Management and Transportation
Management Systems, as well as facilitating workshops to gather requirements
and translate them into system specifications, while standardizing processes
and incorporating best practices. Successful candidates will manage strategic
challenges and ensure that supply chain technology aligns with organizational
goals.
Solution Design and Delivery
Design and implement innovative solutions for Transportation Management Systems (TMS) that meet business needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into functional and technical specifications.
Conduct system testing and troubleshooting and resolve any issues that arise.
Oversee and develop comprehensive documentation, including functional specifications, technical designs, and user manuals.
Work on medium to large-scale IT projects, ensuring successful delivery using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Provide insights and recommendations for system enhancements and process improvements.
Complete assigned tasks, identify risks, and develop contingency plans.
Ensure compliance with corporate IT policies and governance frameworks.
Proactively seek feedback to identify unmet needs in the logistics and transportation market, incorporating insights into the strategy to achieve divisional objectives effectively.
Manage internal and
Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree required, Computer Science, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of IT experience, with 4+ years focused on warehousing and transportation or related roles.
  • Strong technical expertise in ERP/WMS/TMS/Parcel (e.g., SAP, Manhattan, or other leading logistics software providers)
  • Experience designing and integrating IT solutions for WMS/TMS/Parcel
  • Proven track record in managing large IT programs and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP, Agile, Waterfall)
  • Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • GxP validation preferred.

Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90.00 - $100.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Abbott Park,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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