Job Description

Job Description – Lead Software Engineer (SAP TM)
Department: Enterprise Applications
 Position Type: Full-time
 Shifts:
  • Shift A: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Shift B: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM 
1. Position Overview
The Lead Software Engineer – SAP Transportation Management (TM) is responsible for leading the design, configuration, implementation, and support of SAP TM solutions. This role involves guiding junior engineers, driving module-level delivery, ensuring seamless functional integration, and supporting global transport operations through robust technical and functional expertise.
2. Educational Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
  • SAP TM certification preferred.
3. Experience Requirements
  • 7–10 years of relevant experience in SAP Transportation Management.
  • 2–3 years experience leading teams or mentoring engineers.
  • Proven expertise in transportation planning, carrier selection, tendering, and freight settlement.
  • Exposure to SAP TM standalone and embedded deployment models.
  • Experience working in global delivery models or Global Technology Centers (preferred).
 
4. Core Functional Skills
SAP TM Functional Expertise
  • Configuration and functional expertise in:
    • Freight Order Management
    • Freight Settlement
    • Transportation Planning
    • Charge Management
Solution Design
  • Ability to convert business requirements into scalable TM solutions.
  • Experience with BOPF, PPF, BRF+, and FPM frameworks.
Integration
  • Strong understanding of SAP TM integration with SAP S/4HANA or ECC modules (SD, MM, EWM).
  • Experience with middleware tools such as SAP PI/PO.
Testing & Deployment
  • End-to-end testing, cutover planning, and post–go-live support.
Agile Delivery
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams across global locations.
Documentation
  • Skilled in writing functional specifications, configuration documents, and training materials.
Leadership
  • Ability to guide and mentor junior engineers and lead module-level delivery.
5. Additional Skills (Good to Have)
  • Performance tuning and optimization of SAP TM planning runtimes.
  • Functional debugging and collaboration with ABAP teams on WRICEF objects.
  • Freight optimizer configuration and planning profile management.
  • Third-party integrations: LSPs, visibility tools, carrier APIs.
  • Understanding of freight analytics, KPIs, Fiori apps, and embedded analytics.
  • SAP TM Certification (preferred).
 
6. Roles & Responsibilities
Project Delivery
  • Lead SAP TM solution design, configuration, and deployment.
  • Drive blueprinting, testing, training, and go-live for domestic & international transportation processes.
  • Translate user stories and requirements into SAP TM configurations and WRICEF specs.
  • Own module-level deliverables, ensuring strong integration with SD, MM, and EWM.
  • Collaborate in Agile sprints to deliver TM enhancements aligned with logistics roadmaps.
  • Manage defect resolution and support SIT, UAT, and regression cycles.
Operational Support
  • Act as SME for SAP TM during operations, resolving critical functional issues.
  • Support teams with RCA, debugging, and issue resolution within SLAs.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of configurations and design decisions.
  • Conduct end-user training and support change management initiatives.
  • Work with infrastructure and security teams to ensure compliance with architecture and access policies.

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