Manager, Global Trade Technology

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KPMG is currently seeking a Manager to join our Trade and Customs practice.

Responsibilities:

• Support implementation of Global Trade Technology solutions, including the design, build, training, testing, and deployment stages of each project
• Write blueprint and specification documents, perform system configuration, and rigorously test the system and train users in its operation to prepare them for successfully using Global Trade Management (GTM) solutions in their daily trade and compliance activities
• Work with clients' business resources to introduce innovative changes to how they conduct their business, encompassing changes to people, processes and technology
• Collaborate with clients' technology resources in the technical deployment of the GTM application, to include an emphasis on knowledge transfer so the client can become self-sufficient

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a eight years of experience working with SAP ECC, S/4 Hana (SAP GTS, SD,MM, and/or Foreign Trade) and/or Oracle Enterprise technology (Oracle ERP, OTM, and others)
• Minimum of at least five full-life cycle Global Trade implementation projects and a solid understanding of project methodology and milestones; Demonstrated ability to lead client engagements and effectively manage teams
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
• Required certifications: CBL (Customs Broker's License) issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, CUSICO (Certified U.S. Import Compliance Officer), CUSECO (Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) certification issued by the National Customs Broker and Forwarders Association of America, CPA, or JD/LLM
• Knowledge of supply chain, logistics or global trade processes, or deep experience with SAP Foreign Trade, Sales & Distribution and Materials Management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to think analytically; very detail oriented and organized, and excellent collaboration skills

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