SAP NS2 BTS Transportation Management Architect

We help the world run better At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.    About SAP NS2 SAP is the global market leader for business software and related services, and SAP National Security Services Inc. (SAP NS2) is an independent U.S. subsidiary, offering SAP solutions with specialized levels of security and support to meet the requirements of U.S. national security and critical infrastructure customers.   Must be a US Citizen; this position requires access to customer data. Must be able to obtain and maintain clearance. All internals must have Manager’s approval to transfer .   Position Summary: SAP NS2 is seeking a highly experienced SAP Transportation Management (TM) Architect to join our Business Transformation Services (BTS) team. In this role, you will help lead digital transformation initiatives for strategic customers across the U.S. Federal, Department of Defense (DoD), and regulated industries markets.   Travel: Position requires up to 50% domestic or international travel to implement SAP solutions at customer sites.   Expectations and Tasks: This is a client-facing leadership role for a transportation management expert who can connect business strategy to SAP solution design and delivery. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, guide complex SAP TM programs from business transformation strategy planning through execution, and help customers modernize transportation and logistics operations using SAP technologies.   Support the transformation towards the Intelligent Enterprise. Lead SAP Business AI strategy for the customer -drive adoption of all AI capabilities across S/4HANA and BTP; build AI use case roadmaps aligned to business outcomes. Drive change management to achieve business transformation objectives. Drive deployment of best practice business processes for specific lines of business or industries. Support pre-sales activities. Perform solution reviews and feasibility studies. Mentor business process consultants. Support escalated projects. Support in partner-led projects to ensure ecosystem and customer success.   The ideal candidate brings deep SAP TM expertise, strong consulting and communication skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in highly regulated environments.   Core Competencies

Extensive knowledge of SAP TM modules including Forwarding Order Management, Freight Order Management, Transportation Planning, Carrier Selection, Freight Settlement, and Collaboration Portal

Deep understanding of SAP TM integration with SAP ERP/S/4HANA logistics (SD, MM, LE) and embedded TM scenarios

End-to-end solution architecture spanning SAP TM, ERP/S/4HANA, EWM, GTS, and third-party logistics systems (TMS, WMS, visibility platforms)

Expertise in transportation planning strategies: manual planning, Transportation Cockpit, optimizer-based planning (VSR), and automated freight unit building Proficiency in freight order lifecycle management, tendering processes, subcontracting, and execution monitoring Advanced knowledge of charge calculation, freight agreement management, rate tables, and transportation cost allocation  Knowledge of carrier management practices, freight procurement, contract negotiations, and service level agreements

Technical Skills

SAP TM configuration and customizing across all functional areas (master data, organizational structures, planning profiles, business rules)

Integration architecture design using SAP PI/PO, Cloud Platform Integration (CPI), Web Services (SOAP/REST),