Accenture

Global Blue Yonder/TMS Technology Delivery Lead

Accenture$132K — $302K *
Transportation
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years in supply chain and logistics transformation with focus on Transportation Management Systems, specifically Blue Yonder TMS.
  • 12+ years leading large-scale TMS implementations and global delivery programs.
  • 12+ years of expertise in transportation planning, execution, freight optimization, and logistics networks.
  • 12+ years with strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain integration (TMS, WMS, OMS, ERP).
  • 10+ years demonstrated ability to build sales pipeline and drive revenue growth in consulting or technology services.
  • 10+ years experience working with ecosystem partners and co-innovation models.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (12 years).

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of Blue Yonder TMS transformations, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution.
  • Manage global programs, aligning with client business goals and logistics strategies.
  • Implement delivery excellence frameworks and governance models for all TMS projects.
  • Identify measurable outcomes for cost reduction and service level improvements.
  • Develop and scale a robust TMS sales pipeline, identifying new opportunities across sectors.
  • Support RFP responses and proposal development with a focus on delivering client value.
  • Guide integration strategies across various platforms to enable seamless supply chain orchestration.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
  • Long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
  • Bonus opportunities based on performance.
  • Paid holidays and time off.
Full Job Description
You Are:
The Global Blue Yonder TMS Delivery Lead and Growth Driver, responsible for leading large-scale TMS transformations while also driving pipeline creation, sales pursuits, and revenue growth for Accenture's transportation practice.

You bring deep expertise in Blue Yonder TMS and transportation operations, combined with a strong commercial mindset to originate deals, shape client opportunities, and convert wins. You are passionate about AI-driven logistics, autonomous transportation planning, and real-time supply chain visibility, and you actively contribute to expanding Accenture's footprint across industries and geographies.

You operate at the intersection of delivery excellence, sales, solutioning, and innovation, acting as a trusted advisor to clients while scaling offerings, capabilities, and strategic partnerships.

The Work:
  • Delivery Leadership & Program Execution
    • Lead end-to-end delivery of Blue Yonder TMS implementations and transformations, ensuring high-quality, on-time, and on-budget execution.
    • Manage complex, global programs across multi-region deployments, ensuring alignment with client business objectives and logistics strategies.
    • Drive delivery excellence frameworks, governance models, and best practices across all TMS engagements.
    • Ensure measurable business outcomes including cost reduction, service level improvement, and transportation optimization.


  • Sales & Pipeline Growth
    • Build and scale a robust TMS sales pipeline across industries, proactively identifying and shaping new opportunities.
    • Lead and support client pursuits, RFP responses, and proposal development, with a strong focus on value articulation and differentiation.
    • Drive win conversions by leveraging domain expertise, delivery credentials, and innovative solutioning.
    • Partner with account teams to expand existing clients through cross-sell and upsell opportunities in transportation and logistics.


  • Technology Enablement & Solution Design
    • Architect and guide implementation of Blue Yonder TMS solutions, including planning, execution, optimization, and visibility capabilities.
    • Define integration strategies across TMS, WMS, OMS, ERP, and control tower platforms to enable end-to-end supply chain orchestration.
    • Leverage AI/ML and advanced analytics for intelligent routing, dynamic planning, predictive ETAs, and autonomous logistics execution.
    • Drive adoption of cloud-based, real-time, and platform-driven TMS architectures.


  • Practice Development & Capability Building
    • Contribute to scaling a $100M TMS practice, including revenue growth, talent development, and capability expansion.
    • Develop reusable assets, accelerators, and industry-specific solutions to industrialize delivery and accelerate implementations.
    • Mentor and grow global teams of TMS consultants, architects, and delivery leads.
    • Establish standardized delivery methodologies and best-in-class implementation frameworks.


  • Ecosystem & Partner Leadership
    • Strengthen strategic alignment with Blue Yonder, including certifications, joint solutions, and co-innovation initiatives.
    • Collaborate with ecosystem partners to develop joint go-to-market strategies and differentiated offerings.
    • Position Accenture as a preferred partner for Blue Yonder TMS transformations through successful delivery and client outcomes.


  • Advisory & Thought Leadership
    • Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders on transportation transformation and logistics strategy.
    • Drive thought leadership in AI-powered logistics, autonomous transportation, and digital freight optimization.
    • Build and showcase case studies, success stories, and innovation assets to strengthen market positioning and support sales efforts.


  • Cross-Functional Collaboration & Execution
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (logistics, procurement, IT, finance) to ensure seamless execution of transportation transformations.
    • Identify and mitigate risks across complex, multi-system implementations.
    • Work with global delivery centers and partners to ensure scalable, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery.


Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

Here's what you need:
  • Minimum 12 years of experience in supply chain and logistics transformation with strong focus on Transportation Management Systems (especially Blue Yonder TMS)
  • Minimum 12 years of proven experience in leading large-scale TMS implementations and global delivery programs.
  • Minimum 12 years of experience and expertise in transportation planning, execution, freight optimization, and logistics networks.
  • Minimum 12 years and strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain integration (TMS, WMS, OMS, ERP).
  • Minimum 10 years and demonstrated ability to build sales pipeline, lead pursuits, and drive revenue growth in consulting or technology service
  • Minimum 10 years experience working with ecosystem partners, alliances, and co-innovation models.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate's Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience)


Bonus points if:
  • Experience with AI/ML, advanced analytics, or optimization in transportation/logistics


Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 6/26/2026

Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:

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Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $132,500 to $302,400

Cleveland $122,700 to $241,900

Colorado $132,500 to $261,300

District of Columbia $141,100 to $278,200

Illinois $122,700 to $261,300

Maryland $132,500 to $261,300

Massachusetts $132,500 to $278,200

Minnesota $132,500 to $261,300

New York $122,700 to $302,400

New Jersey $141,100 to $302,400

Washington $141,100 to $278,200

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Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
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