SAP TM (Transportation Management) – Functional Consultant

For our client, we are seeking an experienced SAP TM Functional Consultant to design, implement, and optimize transportation processes using SAP Transportation Management (TM). You will work with business stakeholders and cross-functional SAP teams to deliver efficient planning, execution, freight cost management, and carrier collaboration solutions across end-to-end logistics processes.  Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver SAP TM implementations, rollouts, and enhancements (ECC or S/4HANA embedded/standalone). Run workshops to gather requirements, map processes, and prepare fit-to-standard / fit-gap analysis. Configure SAP TM processes, including: Transportation planning & execution (freight units, freight orders, freight bookings) Charge calculation/freight settlement and cost distribution Carrier selection, tendering, and subcontracting Transportation cockpit and planning profiles Event management/tracking (where applicable) Define and support integrations with SAP S/4HANA / ECC modules such as SD, MM, LE/WM/EWM, and FI/CO. Support interface requirements and collaborate with technical teams (PI/PO/CPI integrations, EDI, IDoc, APIs). Prepare test strategy and documentation; execute/coordinate SIT/UAT, resolve defects, and support cutover and hypercare. Support master data design and governance (business partners, locations, lanes, rates, carrier data). Provide user training, process documentation, and production support for TM-related incidents and improvements. Contribute to continuous improvement, template harmonization, and process standardization initiatives. Required Skills & Experience 3–7+ years of experience as an SAP TM Functional Consultant. Strong understanding of transportation and logistics processes (planning, execution, carrier management, freight costing). Hands-on SAP TM configuration experience including planning, freight orders, tendering, and settlement. Experience integrating SAP TM with S/4HANA / ECC and logistics execution processes. Strong knowledge of end-to-end logistics flows (order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, warehouse/transport handoffs). Ability to translate business needs into functional solutions and clear specifications. Strong communication skills; comfortable working with global stakeholders. Professional English (spoken and written). Nice to Have Experience with Embedded TM in S/4HANA and/or EWM integration. Exposure to SAP GTT (Global Track and Trace) or event visibility solutions. Experience with SAP Fiori apps for TM and modern UX enablement. Knowledge of rate management, complex charge calculation, and dispute processes. Experience with carrier connectivity and standards (EDI, SAP BN4L/Ariba, external TMS integrations). Background in industries with complex transport networks (retail, manufacturing, 3PL, pharma, automotive). We offer: Full remote B2B contract Salary is 7000-8500 EUR GROSS/month Recruitment Process: CV Screening: Applications are reviewed within 24 hours. Pre-Screening Interview: A brief Q/A session ( Automated or with a Recruiter ) designed to learn more about your experience related to the required job position. Automated Session (Recommended) – You can complete this session on your own at a time that is convenient for you. The questions and follow-ups are well-structured and designed to highlight your experience and provide detailed insights into your background. This option is recommended because it's usually more detailed and allows us to provide feedback from the hiring manager faster. Session with a Recruiter – You can also have the session with a recruiter. The questions are the same, but the discussion may be a bit less detailed, and feedback might take a little longer. Shortlisting: Qualified candidates are presented to the hiring manager for review. Formal Interviews: On-site discussions with the hiring manager or project team, with feedback provided within 1-2 weeks. Offer and Onboarding: Successful candidates receive a formal offer and begin a structured onboarding process. Information about the processing of your personal data is provided in our Privacy Policy, which is available online a Privacy Policy