Transportation Systems (TMS) Techno-Functional Consultant

Overview

Remote
$70 - $80
Contract - W2
Contract - 24 Month(s)
50% Travel

Skills

TMS
Transportation Management Systems
WMS

Job Details

  • Job Title: Multi TMS Advisor
  • Location: Lake County, IL (4 days per week onsite)
  • Job Type: 2 Years or (Long-term multiyear contract)
  • Rate : $70 - 85 Per hour W2 + benefits ($190K Per Annum + benefits


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.

Key Responsibilities: The IT Functional/Technical will lead the design and development of WMS/TMS solutions, focusing on optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and growth.

Solution Design and Delivery

  • Design and implement innovative solutions for Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and 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 external relationships, coordinating with partners to enhance systems and provide support.

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.
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