SAP Transportation Management Technical Lead

SAP Transportation Technical Lead

Career Category

Information Systems

Job Description

Join our team at AMGEN Capability Center , number 1 company in Best Workplaces TM. We have a team of over 500 talented people and more than 40 different nationalities, diverse areas of expertise and professional experience that are shaping the future of healthcare. This is your chance to explore a world of opportunities in different areas such as Cybersecurity, Data & Analytics, Digital, Technology and Innovation, Finance, General & Admin, Human Resources, Regulatory Affairs and many more. Come thrive with us at AMGEN, supporting our mission To Serve Patients. What we do at AMGEN matters in people’s lives.

SAP Transportation Technical Lead

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WHAT YOU WILL DO

Amgen is seeking an experienced SAP Transportation Management Technical Lead to join the product team responsible for delivering end-to-end SAP TM solutions within an Agile framework. This role focuses on designing, configuring, and supporting transportation management processes using SAP TM on S/4HANA and ECC platforms.

This architect will work hands-on within a collaborative Agile team, participating in all phases of solution delivery—from gathering functional requirements and managing transportation master data to configuration, testing, and deployment. The role includes demonstrating working solutions to the team, ensuring continuous feedback and alignment with product goals.

This position requires strong expertise in designing and configuring the TM solution in all areas including Package Building, Consolidation, Change Controller, Carrier Invoicing, Freight Settlement, TM Analytics and TM integration with EWM and BN4L (Business Network for Logistics).

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, Configure and Optimize transportation planning, execution, and freight cost management, etc.

• Thorough understanding of BN4L platform and ability to integrate third party service providers using APIs and EDI capabilities on BN4L Freight Collaboration module

• Thorough understanding of updates from BN4L to TM

• Configure and support SAP TM solutions in both ECC and S/4HANA environments

• Design and implement transportation lane-based transportation solutions for optimized routing and cost efficiency

• Conduct architectural reviews and assessments to identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies

• Oversee creation and maintenance of critical documentation such as functional designs, test cases, and user manuals. Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry standards and regulations.

• Participate in ERP implementation projects, including blueprinting, gap analysis, testing, go-live, and post-production support.

• Lead/Oversee and mentor other architects and team members to ensure the effective execution of the projects and services

• Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to deliver and sustain Amgen's S/4HANA ecosystem utilizing the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

• Develop innovative solutions that drive speed to value via AI/ML and leading control practices

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WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

Basic Qualifications:

• Any degree with 12 - 17 years of SAP implementation experience in SAP MM, PP-PI and QM modules

• Proven understanding and application of BN4L best practices for Freight Collaboration

• Strong knowledge of transportation execution, freight cost calculation, and carrier collaboration

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong hands-on experience configuring and customizing SAP S/4 TM

• Hands-on experience with configuring and onboarding 3rd party service providers on BN4l Freight Collaboration platform

• Ability to design and implement solutions based on business requirements, including debugging and root cause analysis.

• Experience in creating detailed documentation, including functional specifications, test cases, and compliance reports.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Knowledge of SAP S/4 Inbound logistics and warehouse management process, Transportation management.

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies for software delivery and process improvement.

Professional Certifications:

• SAP S/4 TM (preferred) 

• Agile Certified Practitioner (preferred)

 Soft Skills:

• Experience in life sciences, biotech, or other regulated industries

• SAP S/4HANA implementation or upgrade experience

• Familiarity with freight settlement, lane planning, and third-party logistics integration

• Working knowledge of JIRA, ALM, ServiceNow, and Solution Manager

• Exposure to AI and automation in supply chain applications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Shift Information:

This role may require occasional flexibility in working hours to meet evolving business needs.

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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT OF US

• Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization. 

• A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, take risks, and act. 

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT  

AMGEN is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.  

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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Experience Level

Senior Level