SAP GTS with WM and Logistics SME

Simple Solutions•Jacksonville, FL

3d•Remote

About The Position

This is a 6-12 month contract role for a Sr. SAP GTS & EWM Modules - Compliance and Control (Global Trade Services) professional, also known as a Sr. Business Systems and Transformation specialist. The role is 100% remote and requires working EST Time Zone. The primary focus is to support a Process & Systems Transformation program that aims to harmonize key business processes, tools, metrics, and reporting across the company, enabling migration into standardized ERP systems. The company is migrating to SAP S/4HANA and is entering the blueprinting, build, and support phases. The ERP Business Analyst – Global Trade Services will be responsible for successful delivery across these phases, including detailed design, gap evaluation, system configuration, testing, and cutover support. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP GTS, strong knowledge of international trade regulations, and a proven track record of delivering end-to-end GTS implementations, particularly within large-scale, complex ERP implementation programs using SAP S/4HANA.

Requirements

Minimum 10+ years' experience of configuring and supporting SAP GTS in S4 HANA.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) or related discipline or equivalent combination of related work experience and schooling in lieu of degree.
Advanced degree and 7+ years' related work experience.
Working knowledge of GTS business processes and technical system knowledge in up to three of the following areas: Experience with implementing SAP GTS Module (any A&D industry experience is beneficial).
Experience with implementing Compliance Management, Customs Management.
Experience with the integration of SAP GTS module with SAP EWM and other logistics modules.
Experience with setting up Export and Import Legal Control processes, including license determination and embargo checks for sales orders.
Experience with Risk Management, in implementing Preference Management to optimize duty savings under trade agreements, in performing risk assessments for trade processes and recommend mitigation strategies within GTS.
Experience in Electronic Compliance Reporting, such as setting up and maintaining electronic communication with customs authorities for automated reporting (via EDI/XML), and ensuring accurate generation of compliance reports, such as intrastat declarations and customs entry summaries.
Experience in maintaining and updating compliance master data, such as Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) and Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes.
Experience with implementing and support of interfaces to 3rd party logistic providers.
Current U.S. or Canadian citizenship is required, only citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Warehouse Management and FTZ (Foreign Trade Zones).
ITAR Compliance experience/training.
Experience with Intrastat Reporting and customs valuation processes, including duty calculation and preference management.
Experience implementing Extended Warehouse Management.
Experience working on large, complex A&D enterprise projects -- or similarly regulated, large organization.
Experience with agile frameworks/iterative approaches to software development and implementation projects.
Ability to travel 10-20%.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with business and other digital team members including cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and map business processes to SAP GTS functionality.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions that leverage the S/4HANA GTS module, enhancing GTS processes in alignment with the desired client operating model and industry best practices.
Configure and customize SAP GTS modules, including Compliance Management, Customs Management, Risk Management, and Electronic Compliance Reporting.
Support end-to-end implementation, including system configuration, integration with SAP S4/HANA, and testing.
Support the creation of new and innovative solutions to support digital and business strategies and common design aspirations.
Support the evaluation of options for bolt-on applications and make recommendations based on functional requirements, desired client operating model, and industry best practices.
Assist data team and process teams in data mapping activities and testing.
Document common solutions, including configuration documents, process flows, and data policies.
Deliver functional specifications for any forms, reports, enhancements, conversion programs, integrations, and workflows deemed in scope for GTS as part of the program.
Mentor less experienced team members in specific areas of the (Plan to Deliver) business process hierarchy.
Ensure that the client is positioned for future success within all functional areas of (Plan to Deliver).