Senior SAP Functional Architect (d/f/m)

Location: Germany (Hybrid or Remote)

About the role

As a Senior SAP Functional Architect (d/f/m), you will make an impact by designing and implementing end‑to‑end transportation management solutions focusing on SAP Business Network for Logistics (BN4L) that optimize subcontracting, freight cost management, transportation planning, and financial integration. You will be a valued member of our advanced SAP Consulting & Delivery team, collaborating with cross‑functional stakeholders across logistics, merchandising finance, and accounting domains.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the design and implementation of SAP BN4L and TM subcontracting processes, ensuring seamless alignment with business needs.
• Oversee freight cost management and settlement to guarantee accuracy, compliance, and process efficiency.
• Provide functional expertise in transportation planning, enabling optimized logistics execution and operational excellence.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust system designs and technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for SAP TM configurations and customizations.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure data integrity, compliance, and system reliability.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for end‑users to strengthen SAP TM adoption and competency.
• Define scope, pre-requisites, coordinating and working with required technical and functional consultants for implementing BN4L.
• Analyze business processes and recommend improvements to reduce costs and enhance operational performance.
• Monitor system performance proactively and troubleshoot issues to support continuous availability.
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather feedback and embed enhancements into the TM landscape.
• Participate in project planning and execution to ensure timely and successful delivery.
• Mentor and guide junior team members to foster a collaborative and growth‑oriented environment.
• Stay updated with SAP TM advancements to drive ongoing innovation and improvement.

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this position is open anywhere in Germany as hybrid or remote. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through a range of wellbeing programs.
(Working arrangements are accurate as of the posting date and may evolve based on project and client needs.)

What you need to have to be considered

• Demonstrated proficiency in SAP TM – Subcontracting & Tendering.
• Hands-on expertise in configuring and implementing SAP BN4L.
• Strong expertise in SAP TM – Freight Cost Management & Settlement, including charge calculation, settlement processes, and integration.
• Proven capabilities in SAP TM – Transportation Planning.
• Solid understanding of merchandising, finance, and accounting principles and processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, able to manage complex business scenarios.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to effectively balance remote and in‑office collaboration within a hybrid model.

These will help you stand out

• Experience leading SAP TM implementations in large-scale or multi-country environments.
• Prior knowledge about the set-up and configuration of BN4L from scratch
• Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA logistics and finance integration.
• Familiarity with broader supply chain processes and optimization methodologies.
• Exposure to Agile delivery frameworks or large transformation programs.
• Ability to mentor teams and influence technical strategy.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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