Senior Manager, Global IT Transportation management System

The Coca-Cola Company is currently undergoing a global digital transformation. This involves modernizing our supply chain processes from end-to-end and upgrading our SAP system to SAP S4 Hana. Additionally, we are implementing the latest generation of SAP S4 HANA TM module for CPS (Concentrate Business Supply) organization, fully integrated into the supply chain and connected with our freight partners via the LBN platform. We are also integrating with OTM (Oracle Transportation Management) for NAOU (North America) organization.

As part of the Technical Innovation Supply Chain organization, the Global IT Transportation Management System Senior Manager will play a crucial role in the Logistics Planning and Execution work stream by working closely with CPS, NAOU, FM and other stakeholders to design, build, test and troubleshoot the existing and any new transportation applications, is also responsible to provide inputs to feed and improve our strategy and roadmap aligning with the company's objectives and business requirements.

As part of the SAP S4 HANA TM organization, the Senior Manager will be responsible for participating in the design and delivering of functional and technical solutions for new projects. He will also be responsible for the continuous improvement and maintenance of these solutions to ensure they remain best in class.

This role will have responsibilities and require expertise in project management, change management, resource utilization, and system deployments. This role will work collaborative with our software vendors and research ways to leverage the software capabilities.

The position is based in Sofia, Bulgaria (preferred location).

What You’ll Do for Us:

• Act as the product owner by formulating global designs and deployment plans that incorporate local and regional needs while maintaining global standardization.

• As a functional and technical expert, convert business requirements into functional and technical specifications. Design, build, and test future solutions, coordinating with developers to ensure solution quality and adherence to requirements.

• Drive continuous enhancements in the SAP TM space by creating functional specification documents, documenting all technical solutions, enhance SAP TM solution if needed, testing and supervising the entire cycle of new wricefs moving to production environment. Support SAP upgrades.

• Ensure business continuity by providing SAP or application support to users for problem-solving, offering functional or technical solutions, training guidance, or coordinating with production support for defect resolution.

• Work closely with Super-Users, logistics digital team, and production support to coordinate information exchange and knowledge transfer, particularly around system/business changes and enhancements. Improve user capabilities by delivering SAP process training in your area of expertise.

• Collaborate with business leadership and stakeholders by providing inputs that allow a better road map construction and project prioritization while using resources in the most effective and efficient way.

• Oversee project management duties: Lead project initiatives from the business requirement gathering to solution implementation, adhering to budget, quality, and timeline constraints. Manage daily project logistics, including project phases, documentation, timelines, resource allocation, and status reports.

• Stay informed of market innovations, benchmarking, and new SAP functionality deliveries.

Functional Skills and Knowledge:

• Expertise in Supply Chain operations with a focus on Transportation Management and integrations, such as Transportation Master Data, Transportation Planning, Inbound/Outbound Transportation Execution, and Freight Settlement, is required for this role.

• Strong expertise and experience in SAP S4 HANA TM module (a must) for design, configuration, development, and implementation is essential, including expertise with the Optimizer, Planning profiles, Packing builder, LBN, Freight Settlement, Track & Trace solutions, Event Management, and integration with EWM module.

• Experience in managing a full cycle SAP implementation.

• Advanced program management skills, as well as strong influence and communication abilities, with the capacity to lead highly complex and cross-functional projects.

• Ability to work on a virtual and international environment, facilitating strong collaboration with users, stakeholders, and other team members across various workstreams.

• A comprehensive understanding of Coca-Cola Supply Chain, as well as NAOU and CPS processes and personnel would be a plus.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree Required in Supply chain, transportation Management or information technology.

• 5-7 years’ experience in IT supply Chain, Transportation system implementation and project management.

• SAP Certification

• Fluent in English

• SAP S4 HANA TM (a MUST), LBN, FREIGHT SETTLEMENT, EM, T&T, EWM, P2P, SD; Agile Methodologies, Transformative Thinking, Problem Solving 

What We Can Do for You:

• Inclusive Workplace: The Coca-Cola Company is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We value and celebrate diversity, which leads to a stronger, more competitive company that can better serve our customers and communities.

• Agile Work Environment: We embrace agile with management that believes in removing barriers, so you are empowered to experiment, iterate, and innovate.  

• Exposure to World Class Leaders: Availability to global technology leaders that will expand your network and exposure you to emerging technologies and techniques. 

• Career Development: The Coca-Cola Company offers a wide range of resources and programs to support your career development, including global learning programs and leadership development programs.

• Health and Well-being: The Coca-Cola Company provides comprehensive health benefits and well-being programs to help keep you and your family healthy, feel good and thrive.