Principal / Lead Consultant - Logistics & Warehouse Management (SAP EWM/TM)

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced hands-on leader specialized in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and Transportation Management (TM) to spearhead the logistics and warehouse management stream within a global S/4HANA transformation project. The candidate should possess extensive operational knowledge covering warehouse execution, transportation oversight, 3PL integrations, and multi-region supply chain operations spanning North America, EMEA, LATAM, Brazil, and APAC regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee comprehensive SAP EWM and TM solution architecture, configuration, and rollout phases.
• Architect warehouse frameworks including putaway and picking methods, FEFO protocols, cross-docking techniques, wave scheduling, yard control, and inventory operations.
• Manage transportation-related functions such as planning, tendering to carriers, freight fulfillment, settlement, and multi-modal transport across road, ocean, and air.
• Develop and implement EDI and non-EDI models to integrate with third-party logistics providers.
• Conduct workshops for process structuring, perform warehouse evaluations, lead fit-gap analyses, and coordinate reviews with executive stakeholders.
• Drive initiatives to improve on-time in-full (OTIF) performance, optimize freight expenses, increase inventory accuracy, enhance warehouse efficiencies, and streamline logistics network operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse management, and transportation disciplines.
• Demonstrable hands-on experience with SAP EWM and TM implementation projects.
• Proven track record leading global S/4HANA transformation initiatives.
• Extensive expertise delivering multi-regional transportation management deployments and multiple full-cycle EWM implementations.
• Industry experience in consumer packaged goods, beverage, manufacturing, or distribution sectors is highly desirable.
• Capability to engage effectively with warehouse personnel, logistics teams, and senior management stakeholders.

Candidate Profile

The ideal applicant is a seasoned SAP supply chain professional who integrates strong operational understanding with practical EWM/TM system configuration abilities, possesses global transformation leadership experience, and consistently achieves impactful business results within complex logistics environments.

About the Employer

Bristlecone is recognized as the largest dedicated supply chain service provider, specializing in AI-driven supply chain transformation solutions. With expertise in planning, sourcing, and fulfillment through consulting, proprietary platforms, and build and enablement services, Bristlecone partners with Global 2000 enterprises across life sciences, retail, consumer goods, manufacturing, and technology sectors to enhance visibility, resilience, and operational efficiency of their supply chains.

Operating under a consulting-first methodology, Bristlecone supports customers comprehensively through advisory, implementation, domain expertise, process optimization, and change management, delivering bespoke solutions promising meaningful client outcomes.

Headquartered in San Jose, California, Bristlecone maintains a presence across North America, Europe, and Asia and functions as part of the Mahindra Group.

Additional Details

• Location: California, United States
• Employment Type: Full-time Onsite
• Travel Requirement: Up to 50% travel expected within California