Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Project Lead

Posted: Friday, 28 March 2025
Valid Thru: Sunday, 27 April 2025
Index Requested on: 03/28/2025 19:20:52
Indexed on: 03/28/2025 19:20:52

Location: Monterrey, NLE, , MX

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Schneider Electric is hiring!

Description:

Job Title: Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Project Lead

Location: North America (NAM)
Department: GSC NAM Transportation and Customs
Reports to: NAM Transportation Transformation Manager

Job Summary:

Join our dynamic team as a Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Project Lead! In this pivotal role, you will serve as the North America Transportation Subject Matter Expert (SME), playing a crucial part in integrating a global TMS strategy into our North American operations. Your efforts will be essential in driving efficiency and fostering innovation within our transportation processes.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Expertise: Leverage your specialized knowledge to support priority supply chain transformation projects, including:
    • Transportation Load Planning Process Optimization: Enhance load planning for transportation to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
    • Freight Audit Pay (FAP) Process Optimization: Streamline freight auditing and payment processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
    • Master Data Management Process Optimization: Improve management of critical data to ensure consistency, accuracy, and accessibility across the supply chain.
    • Technical Design Capability for Supply Chain Communication: Develop technical solutions for communication methods such as Advance Shipping Notices (ASN), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), and Application Programming Interfaces (API).
    • Coordination of End-To-End Control Tower Supply Chain Visibility Milestones: Manage inputs and outputs for a centralized view of the entire supply chain.
  • Project Management: Oversee weekly progress on transportation strategic project milestones, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
  • Operational Implementation: Play a key role in startup teams, managing tactical project milestones to ensure smooth execution.
  • Financial Alignment: Accurately calculate savings targets to align with financial reporting methodologies, contributing to overall budget accuracy.
  • Strategic Planning: Collaborate with transformation teams to proactively develop strategies for upcoming supply chain changes.
Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Experience: 5+ years in Transportation Management, with experience in both domestic and international shipments preferred.
  • Languages: Advanced proficiency in English; fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Skills Required:
  • Digital Transformation: Proven experience in leading digital initiatives within the transportation sector.
  • Supply Chain Tools: Proficient with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), particularly Manhattan Global, and experienced with ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle.
  • Diverse Transport Experience: Knowledge across various transport modes, including LTL, domestic parcel, full truckload, and international operations.
  • Leadership & Communication: Excellent collaboration and strong verbal and written communication skills, complemented by robust project management abilities.
  • Analytical Proficiency: Strong analytical skills for data mining and financial analysis, with advanced capabilities in Excel.
  • Project Management: Experience leading cross-functional teams to develop and execute logistics strategies.
  • Financial Acumen: Understanding of management accounting and budget control processes.
  • Business Operations Knowledge: Familiarity with operational support, manufacturing, and supply chain dynamics.
Qualifications

Job Title: Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Project Lead

Location: North America (NAM)
Department: GSC NAM Transportation and Customs
Reports to: NAM Transportation Transformation Manager

Job Summary:

Join our dynamic team as a Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Project Lead! In this pivotal role, you will serve as the North America Transportation Subject Matter Expert (SME), playing a crucial part in integrating a global TMS strategy into our North American operations. Your efforts will be essential in driving efficiency and fostering innovation within our transportation processes.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Expertise: Leverage your specialized knowledge to support priority supply chain transformation projects, including:
    • Transportation Load Planning Process Optimization: Enhance load planning for transportation to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
    • Freight Audit Pay (FAP) Process Optimization: Streamline freight auditing and payment processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
    • Master Data Management Process Optimization: Improve management of critical data to ensure consistency, accuracy, and accessibility across the supply chain.
    • Technical Design Capability for Supply Chain Communication: Develop technical solutions for communication methods such as Advance Shipping Notices (ASN), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), and Application Programming Interfaces (API).
    • Coordination of End-To-End Control Tower Supply Chain Visibility Milestones: Manage inputs and outputs for a centralized view of the entire supply chain.
  • Project Management: Oversee weekly progress on transportation strategic project milestones, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
  • Operational Implementation: Play a key role in startup teams, managing tactical project milestones to ensure smooth execution.
  • Financial Alignment: Accurately calculate savings targets to align with financial reporting methodologies, contributing to overall budget accuracy.
  • Strategic Planning: Collaborate with transformation teams to proactively develop strategies for upcoming supply chain changes.
Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Experience: 5+ years in Transportation Management, with experience in both domestic and international shipments preferred.
  • Languages: Advanced proficiency in English; fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Skills Required:
  • Digital Transformation: Proven experience in leading digital initiatives within the transportation sector.
  • Supply Chain Tools: Proficient with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), particularly Manhattan Global, and experienced with ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle.
  • Diverse Transport Experience: Knowledge across various transport modes, including LTL, domestic parcel, full truckload, and international operations.
  • Leadership & Communication: Excellent collaboration and strong verbal and written communication skills, complemented by robust project management abilities.
  • Analytical Proficiency: Strong analytical skills for data mining and financial analysis, with advanced capabilities in Excel.
  • Project Management: Experience leading cross-functional teams to develop and execute logistics strategies.
  • Financial Acumen: Understanding of management accounting and budget control processes.
  • Business Operations Knowledge: Familiarity with operational support, manufacturing, and supply chain dynamics.
Schedule: Full-time
Req: 009B8B

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