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TMS Configuration Specialist

Yantran LLC

PLANO, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Application Programming Interface (API), Atlassian JIRA, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Business Operations, Business Processes, Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Data Quality, DevOps, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Event Management, Information Technology & Information Systems, Logistics, Logistics Processes, Manufacturing, Microsoft Windows Azure, Semiconductors, Software as a Service (SaaS), Supply Chain, Systems Administration/Management, Transportation Planning, Transportation and Logistics
LOCATION
PLANO, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Role Summary
The Blue Yonder TMS Configuration Specialist is responsible for configuring, maintaining, and optimizing Blue Yonder Transportation Management SaaS to support inbound, outbound, and intercompany logistics processes. This role translates business and operational requirements into system configurations, ensuring alignment with transportation planning, execution, settlement, and compliance needs across global supply chains.
Key Responsibilities
TMS Configuration
Setup
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Configure **Blue Yonder TMS SaaS** modules to support transportation planning, execution, freight settlement, and visibility.
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Configure core master data including:
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Locations, networks, lanes, and calendars
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Carriers, service levels, modes, and equipment profiles
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Rates, contracts, accessorials, and fuel surcharge structures
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Configure **transportation policies**, constraints, and optimization parameters to meet business rules.
Business Process Enablement
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Translate business requirements into TMS configurations for:
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Inbound logistics
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Outbound logistics
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Intercompany and transfer movements
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Configure workflows, alerts, event management, and user roles/permissions.
Required Skills
Qualifications
Education
Experience
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Bachelora s degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field.
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**5a 10+ years** of experience in Transportation Management systems, with **3+ years of handsa `on Blue Yonder TMS SaaS configuration** experience.
Blue Yonder TMS Expertise
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Strong handsa `on experience configuring Blue Yonder TMS foundation components and business rules.
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Deep understanding of:
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Shipment planning and optimization
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Carrier tendering and execution workflows
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Freight costing, rating, and settlement
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Experience with multia `modal transportation (road, air, ocean, courier).
Functional
Technical Skills
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Strong understanding of transportation and logistics business processes.
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Experience working with **SaaS configuration frameworks** (no custom code).
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Familiarity with integration concepts (APIs, EDI, files) and data validation.
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Experience with Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar tools for requirement, defect, and change tracking.
Soft Skills
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Strong analytical and problema `solving skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of crossa `functional delivery teams.
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Excellent communication skills with business, IT, and external partners.
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Structured, detaila `oriented, and disciplined with documentation.
Pref Qual (Nice to Have)
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Experience supporting **global or higha `volume transportation networks**.
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Semiconductor, higha `tech manufacturing, or complex supplya `chain domain experience

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Yantran LLC