Global Blue Yonder/TMS Technology Delivery Lead

Accenture•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are building a market-leading Global Transportation Management (TMS) practice, helping clients reimagine logistics through intelligent transportation planning, real-time visibility, and autonomous execution. This role is responsible for leading large-scale TMS transformations while also driving pipeline creation, sales pursuits, and revenue growth for Accenture’s transportation practice. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Blue Yonder TMS and transportation operations, combined with a strong commercial mindset to originate deals, shape client opportunities, and convert wins. Passion for AI-driven logistics, autonomous transportation planning, and real-time supply chain visibility is key, along with a desire to contribute to expanding Accenture’s footprint across industries and geographies. This role operates at the intersection of delivery excellence, sales, solutioning, and innovation, acting as a trusted advisor to clients while scaling offerings, capabilities, and strategic partnerships.

Requirements

Minimum 12 years of experience in supply chain and logistics transformation with strong focus on Transportation Management Systems (especially Blue Yonder TMS)
Minimum 12 years of proven experience in leading large-scale TMS implementations and global delivery programs.
Minimum 12 years of experience and expertise in transportation planning, execution, freight optimization, and logistics networks.
Minimum 12 years and strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain integration (TMS, WMS, OMS, ERP).
Minimum 10 years and demonstrated ability to build sales pipeline, lead pursuits, and drive revenue growth in consulting or technology service
Minimum 10 years experience working with ecosystem partners, alliances, and co-innovation models.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience).

Nice To Haves

Experience with AI/ML, advanced analytics, or optimization in transportation/logistics

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of Blue Yonder TMS implementations and transformations, ensuring high-quality, on-time, and on-budget execution.
Manage complex, global programs across multi-region deployments, ensuring alignment with client business objectives and logistics strategies.
Drive delivery excellence frameworks, governance models, and best practices across all TMS engagements.
Ensure measurable business outcomes including cost reduction, service level improvement, and transportation optimization.
Build and scale a robust TMS sales pipeline across industries, proactively identifying and shaping new opportunities.
Lead and support client pursuits, RFP responses, and proposal development, with a strong focus on value articulation and differentiation.
Drive win conversions by leveraging domain expertise, delivery credentials, and innovative solutioning.
Partner with account teams to expand existing clients through cross-sell and upsell opportunities in transportation and logistics.
Architect and guide implementation of Blue Yonder TMS solutions, including planning, execution, optimization, and visibility capabilities.
Define integration strategies across TMS, WMS, OMS, ERP, and control tower platforms to enable end-to-end supply chain orchestration.
Leverage AI/ML and advanced analytics for intelligent routing, dynamic planning, predictive ETAs, and autonomous logistics execution.
Drive adoption of cloud-based, real-time, and platform-driven TMS architectures.
Contribute to scaling a $100M TMS practice, including revenue growth, talent development, and capability expansion.
Develop reusable assets, accelerators, and industry-specific solutions to industrialize delivery and accelerate implementations.
Mentor and grow global teams of TMS consultants, architects, and delivery leads.
Establish standardized delivery methodologies and best-in-class implementation frameworks.
Strengthen strategic alignment with Blue Yonder, including certifications, joint solutions, and co-innovation initiatives.
Collaborate with ecosystem partners to develop joint go-to-market strategies and differentiated offerings.
Position Accenture as a preferred partner for Blue Yonder TMS transformations through successful delivery and client outcomes.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders on transportation transformation and logistics strategy.
Drive thought leadership in AI-powered logistics, autonomous transportation, and digital freight optimization.
Build and showcase case studies, success stories, and innovation assets to strengthen market positioning and support sales efforts.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (logistics, procurement, IT, finance) to ensure seamless execution of transportation transformations.
Identify and mitigate risks across complex, multi-system implementations.
Work with global delivery centers and partners to ensure scalable, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery.