Supply Chain & Operations is seeking to recruit a Senior Manager with strong advisory consulting experience and a history of supply chain fulfilment projects. The Planning & Fulfilment community is one of the key components of Accenture’s Supply Chain & Operations service line within Strategy & Consulting that operates across industry groups. 

In our team you will: 

• Learn at the forefront of the industry, provide actionable insights to the world's top organisations, helping them address priority C-suite issues with strategies and improvements they can execute with speed and at scale 

• Play a central role enabling our Supply Chain & Fulfilment capabilities in working with some of the best global companies in the world, responsible for helping the CSCO/COO, and their business partners, address some of the critical business issues faced today, including: 

• Warehouse & Inventory Management 

• Network Design & Optimisation 

• Warehouse / Fulfilment Centre / Distribution Centre facility solutioning, concepting and design 

• Materials Handling Automation in either warehouse operations or manufacturing 

• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS) design, implementation and optimisation, driving automation and efficiency across warehousing and transportation operations 

• Deep understanding of Third-Party Logistics (3PL) and Fourth-Party Logistics (4PL) business models, design and execute optimal outsourcing strategies and enhance supply chain flexibility and performance 

• Platform-Driven Transformation (Technology Strategy, Systems Implementation, etc.) 

In this role you will: 

• Deliver key projects within the Supply Chain Fulfilment group, ensuring alignment with customer-centric fulfilment strategies. 

• Manage the implementation of digital and analytics capabilities in supply chain operations, working with platforms such as SAP, Oracle, BlueYonder and Manhattan to drive efficiency and performance improvements. 

• Drive strategy definition through to full implementation and benefits realisation of projects in both digital technology and physical logistics including warehouses, manufacturing and associated distribution, e.g. warehouse automation 

• Design supply chain transformations, supporting clients in aligning their capabilities (process/tools/people) with future operating models and business challenges. 

• Analyse financial and operational data to support cost reduction programs and utilise benchmarks and process definitions to optimise cost efficiency. 

• Build and maintain relationships with key client stakeholders and Operations leadership. 

• Collaborate in business development efforts by supporting the preparation of sales proposals and RFP responses, highlighting the value Accenture SC&O brings to clients. 

• Lead and mentor junior team members, helping to develop their skills and capabilities while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. 

We are looking for experience in the following skills: 

• Analyse client challenges, understand the financial performance links between operations, supply chain, and corporate results, and support the development of strategic business cases. 

• Support the origination of new work and contribute to the sales process by assisting in proposal development and client engagement. 

• Manage project delivery, overseeing the execution of medium to large-scale supply chain and operations initiatives. 

• Maintain and foster strong client relationships, with a focus on mid-to-senior level stakeholders. 

• Strong ability to think strategically and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable business outcomes for clients. 

• Capability to structure solutions, communicate clearly and effectively, and present findings to both internal and external stakeholders. 

• Ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and innovative solutions that address client needs. 

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to deliver compelling presentations. 

• Lead and mentor project teams, ensuring high performance and effective collaboration. 

Set yourself apart: 

• 5-8 years consulting (or up to 10 years if no consulting background) experience within fulfilment/logistics teams, including successful delivery within agreed scope, timelines, and budgets, ideally gained at a top-tier consulting firm or blue-chip organization 

• Functional experience should include some of the following: sales & operations planning, order management, inventory management, demand planning, supply planning, supply chain control tower, physical logistics, warehouse management system, warehouse automation / robotics, network modelling 

• Supply chain technology and digital disruptor awareness, including but not limited to SAP, BlueYonder, Manhattan, Oracle, intelligent automation, Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain and analytics, etc.; other specific systems / applications relevant from previous experience 

• Experience working in one or more of Consumer Goods, Energy, Manufacturing, High-Tech (including Aerospace & Defence), Chemical & Natural Resources, Life Sciences, Retail, Omnichannel, Capital Projects and Logistics 

What’s in it for you 

At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary and car allowance, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes up to 30 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! For senior roles additional bonus and equity awards are available. 

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for. 

Closing Date for Applications: 29/11/2024 

Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.