Job Description

Analysts and Consultants – Transport and Traffic management – Industrial

Join our team in Strategy & Consulting to find endless opportunities and solve our clients' toughest challenges, as you work with exceptional people, the latest tech and leading companies across industries.

Practice: Transportation and Logistics, Industrial Consulting, S&C Global Network (GN) I Areas of Work: Transport and Traffic management | Level: Analysts and Consultants | Location: Delhi, Gurgaon, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, Hyderabad | Years of Exp: 1-7 years

Explore an Exciting Career at Accenture

Are you a problem solver driven by impactful results? Do you enjoy working on transformation strategies for global clients? Does a collaborative and inclusive workplace energize you?

Then, Accenture Strategy & Consulting is where your potential can reach new heights.

The Practice – A brief Sketch

Transportation and Logistics team within S&C GN Industrial Practice brings extensive expertise in driving operational efficiency and digital transformation across global supply chains. We specialize in digital transformations, end-to-end supply chain optimization, freight and fleet management, route planning and optimization, last-mile delivery solutions, transportation management systems (TMS) implementation, warehouse and inventory management, process automation and digitization, sustainability initiatives, cold chain logistics, advanced analytics and data-driven insights, IoT and asset tracking solutions, and industry benchmarking and best practices.

Our approach leverages advanced technology to optimize logistics operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction, positioning our clients at the forefront of the logistics and transportation industry.

Globally, Accenture helps our clients crafting robust transport strategies, driving operational efficiencies, and achieving sustainability goals in logistics. We work on a range of projects, from long-term transformational system integration to short-term agile engagements, supporting our clients with:

• Traffic Management Solution Delivery: Partner with clients to assess needs, define requirements, and present tailored solutions to optimize traffic flow, reduce congestion, and enhance route efficiency across transportation networks.
• Fleet Management Solutions: Utilizing technology to oversee fleet operations, optimize vehicle use, and ensure safety and compliance standards.
• Sustainable Transport Initiatives: Supporting initiatives for reduced emissions, energy-efficient routes, and optimized fuel consumption.
• Technology and Innovation: Integrate cutting-edge solutions like GPS tracking, IoT, and AI to streamline traffic and fleet management.
• Process Improvement: Develop and implement improved processes to enhance efficiency in transport networks and reduce operational costs.

Bring your best skills forward to excel in the role:

Skills in one or more  of the following areas:

• Transportation and Logistics Expertise: Strong understanding of transport network design, traffic management systems, and logistics operations.
• Fleet and Asset Optimization: Knowledge of fleet management and the use of IoT for real-time tracking and optimization of assets.
• Traffic Management: Strong knowledge of traffic flow analysis and optimization, conducting data-driven assessments to reduce congestion and improve transport efficiency.
• Traffic Control Systems: Expertise in implementing intelligent transport solutions using predictive analytics, GPS, vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication, and sensor technology to monitor and manage traffic in real-time.
• Route management: Skilled in optimizing transport networks with advanced traffic control systems that enhance safety, improve flow, and enable efficient route management
• Passenger and Freight Scheduling Optimization: Expertise in optimizing scheduling for both passenger transport and freight logistics, ensuring timely and efficient delivery aligned with demand.
• Telematics and Communication Systems: Familiarity with advanced telematics solutions and communication systems to support fleet connectivity, vehicle diagnostics, and efficient resource allocation.
• Transport Infrastructure Planning: Strong skills in infrastructure planning and development, including roadway capacity analysis, public transport integration, and future-proofing networks for urban growth.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Proficiency in data analysis for traffic flow optimization, route planning, and performance monitoring.

Other required skills

• Communication and Presentation - Plan and deliver well-structured oral and written communications
• Structured Problem Solving - Help identify and structure key client challenges into hypotheses and conduct analyses to address the challenges
• Stakeholder Management - Manage mid-level to senior client leadership and lead conversations
• Team management skills with an ability to engage effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Program management skill with an ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and drive successful delivery within scope and budget
• Cross-cultural competence with an ability to thrive in a dynamic environment

Your experience counts!

• MBA from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 school, or extensive industry experience in railway logistics and consulting.
• 1-7 years of progressive experience in transport management and logistics consulting.
• Knowledge of traffic management software and tools for transportation & logistics optimization.
• Certifications in Project Management (e.g., PMP, Prince2) and Agile methodologies are an advantage.
• Familiarity with Agile practices (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) and tools like JIRA to manage projects effectively.
• Experience in strategy and business/technology consulting role conversant with process improvement, cost optimization, customer analytics and experience management etc.
• Experience in value architecting, business case preparation, value realization
• Experience in Digital, New IT, Cloud & Core modernization, Cloud transformation processes, transforming legacy to the cloud, Agile transformation, RPA, AI/ML strategy implementation and use cases
• Knowledge of design thinking workshops and innovation
• Experience in large data analysis, data driven consulting, BI and analytics, reporting, dashboarding, visualization tools like PowerBI, Tableau
• For Experienced candidates, experience of team Management – Coach and mentor team members in projects, on asset development, BDs and overall professional development

What’s in it for you?

• An opportunity to work on transformative projects with key G2000 clients
• Potential to Co-create with leaders in strategy, industry experts, enterprise function practitioners and, business intelligence professionals to shape and recommend innovative solutions that leverage emerging technologies.
• Ability to embed responsible business into everything—from how you service your clients to how you operate as a responsible professional.
• Personalized training modules to develop your strategy & consulting acumen to grow your skills, industry knowledge and capabilities
• Opportunity to thrive in a culture that is committed to accelerate equality for all. Engage in boundaryless collaboration across the entire organization.

About Accenture:

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all business functions — underpinned by the world’s largest delivery network — Accenture works at the intersection of business and technology to help clients improve their performance and create sustainable value for their stakeholders. With 569,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture drives innovation to improve the way the world works and lives. Visit us at www.accenture.com

About Accenture Strategy & Consulting:

Accenture Strategy shapes our clients’ future, combining deep business insight with the understanding of how technology will impact industry and business models. Our focus on issues such as digital disruption, redefining competitiveness, operating and business models as well as the workforce of the future helps our clients find future value and growth in a digital world. Today, digital is changing the way organizations engage with their employees, business partners, customers, and communities. This is our unique differentiator. To bring this global perspective to our clients, Accenture Strategy's services include those provided by our S&C Global Network (GN) – a distributed management consulting organization that provides management consulting and strategy expertise across the client lifecycle. Our S&C Global Network (GN)  teams complement our in-country teams to deliver cutting-edge expertise and measurable value to clients all around the world. 

At the heart of every great change is a great human. If you have ideas, ingenuity and a passion for making a difference, come and be a part of our team.

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