SAP GTS Business Function Implementation Lead (Remote Work)
Posted 6 days ago by 1752644796
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: The role of SAP GTS Business Function Implementation Lead involves leading the implementation and configuration of SAP Global Trade Services (GTS), focusing on compliance management and customs processes between the Dominican Republic and the US. The position requires strong project leadership and hands-on experience in SAP GTS E4H, along with client-facing skills to drive successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of trade regulations and customs documentation. This is a remote position classified as outside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the implementation and configuration of SAP GTS, focusing on Compliance Management.
- Conduct embargo checks and Sanctioned Party List (SPL) Screening.
- Manage the Customs Management process for exports from DR to the US.
- Oversee the Customs Import Process into the USA.
- Implement and support Trade Agreement Management.
- Maintain and configure GTS Master Data.
Key Skills:
- SAP GTS Implementation Experience: Minimum of 2 full lifecycle implementations including hands-on SAP GTS E4H.
- Deep expertise in Compliance Management and Customs (Imports/Exports).
- Strong client-facing skills.
- Expertise in Customs Broker interaction and documentation requirements.
- Proficiency in regulatory requirements for CAFTA, FDA, ISF documentation.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
- We are seeking an experienced SAP GTS Consultant with expertise in Global Trade Services (GTS), including full lifecycle implementations and hands-on configuration in SAP GTS E4H. The ideal candidate will have deep functional knowledge of compliance management, customs processes (exports/imports), and GTS master data, particularly in trade between the Dominican Republic (DR) and the US.
- This is a client-facing, lead role requiring strong project leadership, ability to drive results, and hands-on SAP GTS configuration and implementation experience.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead the implementation and configuration of SAP GTS, with a focus on Compliance Management, including:
- Embargo checks
- Sanctioned Party List (SPL) Screening (leveraging Descartes SPL data)
- Legal Control (EAR99)
- Drive the Customs Management process for Exports from DR to the US, ensuring:
- Generation and processing of Commercial/Shipping Invoices via SAP TM
- BOL and Packing List outputs via SAP EWM
- Managing CAFTA Certification, FDA documentation, and ISF documentation via SAP GTS
- Manage the Customs Import Process into the USA, including:
- Oversight of Shippers Invoice, Packing List, CAFTA Cert., FDA Data, ISF Documentation
- Coordination with US Customs Brokers for data transfer via CSV files
- Implement and support Trade Agreement Management in coordination with the Customs Broker
- Oversee Kits Management for both exports and imports between DR and the US
- Maintain and configure GTS Master Data, including:
- SPL data, Embargoes, Legal Controls
- Classification Data for Materials and Business Partners (Customers/Vendors)
Must-Have Skills:
- SAP GTS Implementation Experience: Minimum of 2 full lifecycle implementations including hands-on SAP GTS E4H
- Deep expertise in Compliance Management, Customs (Imports/Exports), particularly Dominican Republic to US trade flows
- Strong client-facing skills with the ability to drive discussions, workshops, and lead a team to successful delivery
- Expertise in Customs Broker interaction and documentation requirements
- Proficiency in regulatory requirements for CAFTA, FDA, ISF documentation
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Experience in Customs Brokerage processes
- Prior experience in the Life Sciences industry (Medical Devices, Medical Supplies)
Education:
- Bachelor's degree preferred (but not mandatory with equivalent experience)
- SAP GTS expertise is essential