Senior Associate, Global Trade Technology

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KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate 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 five 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 one full-life cycle Global Trade implementation project 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

Preferred 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;

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