Manhattan Active Transportation Management (MATM) Consultant

Key Responsibilities:Implement and configure Manhattan Active TMS solutions to support transportation planning, execution, and optimization.Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to define transportation requirements and translate them into system configurations.Design and test transportation workflows, routing logic, rate management, and carrier communication.Support system integration with WMS, OMS, and third-party logistics systems using APIs and microservices.Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve functional and technical issues related to MATM.Assist in upgrades, patching, and ongoing system enhancements within the Manhattan Active cloud environment.Support end-user training, documentation, and change management activities.Monitor system performance and suggest continuous improvements in processes and configurations.Required Skills & Experience:Minimum 4 years of experience with Manhattan Active Transportation Management (or Manhattan TMS with recent transition to Active).Proven knowledge of cloud-native TMS architecture, microservices, and REST APIs.Strong understanding of transportation operations across TL, LTL, parcel, and intermodal.Experience with transportation optimization, rating engines, and carrier selection.Hands-on experience with workflow configuration in Manhattan Active TMS.Familiarity with JIRA and SaaS environments.Ability to translate business needs into functional specifications and configuration logic.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Experience integrating MATM with other Manhattan Active modules (e.g., WMS, OMS).Familiarity with JSON, Postman, API calls, and cloud integration tools.Knowledge of EDI messages (204, 214, 990, 210) and TMS-related data formats.Previous experience in a high-volume retail, 3PL, or manufacturing environment