Bristlecone · 5 hours ago
Principal - SAP-SAP S4HANA TM
San Jose, CA, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
12+ years expBristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. They are seeking a Principal for SAP-SAP S4HANA TM to lead the design and deployment of SAP TM solutions while collaborating with business stakeholders to optimize transportation processes.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)ConsultingLogistics
Responsibilities
Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP TM solutions, ensuring seamless integration with SAP ECC/S4HANA, EWM, GTS, SD, and MM
Partner with business stakeholders to analyze transportation needs and translate them into scalable SAP TM solutions
Architect and optimize end-to-end transportation processes, including planning, execution, freight settlement, and carrier collaboration
Provide expert guidance on TM master data, organizational structures, and configuration best practices
Drive solution blueprinting, fit-gap analysis, functional design, and prototyping activities
Design and implement interfaces with external logistics systems (e.g., 3PLs, carriers, TMS/OMS platforms)
Ensure system scalability, performance, and data integrity across all TM deployments
Lead or contribute to SAP TM rollout projects, system migrations, and version upgrades
Support continuous improvement through post-go-live enhancements and user enablement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field
12+ years of hands-on SAP experience, with at least 5+ years focused on SAP TM (9.x or S/4HANA Embedded)
Deep expertise in key TM functionalities: Transportation Planning & Optimization (manual and automated), Carrier Selection & Tendering (EDI or SAP Collaboration Portal), Freight Orders and Freight Bookings, Freight Charge Calculation and Settlement
Experience integrating SAP TM with SAP Event Management, PI/PO, or SAP GTS is highly desirable
Strong understanding of industry-specific logistics (e.g., High Tech, Retail, Manufacturing)
Proven leadership in cross-functional teams and complex SAP projects
Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
Familiarity with Agile or hybrid project methodologies
Company
Bristlecone
Bristlecone is a provider of AI-application transformation services for the connected supply chain.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Jessica Carew
Chief of Staff to CEO
PK Prasanna
Vice President – Global Industry Solutions and Consulting | Chief Marketing officer
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