Supply Chain & Operations Consultant (Fulfilment)

Job title:

Supply Chain & Operations Consultant (Fulfilment)

Company

Accenture

Job description

Job Role: Strategy & Consulting – Supply Chain & Operations Consultant (Fulfilment)Location: London, Manchester, BristolCareer Level: ConsultantCompany BackgroundAccenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialised capabilities across more than 40 industries – powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centres. With 738,000+ people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at .We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEOAs a team:Supply Chain & Operations is a major functionally-oriented strategy & consulting practice: we help our clients reimagine and transform tomorrow’s supply chains and operations to positively impact business, society, and the planet. We do this through a human-centred and data driven approach that encourages our people and clients to continuously innovate and generate significant, sustainable global impact. Built on the three pillars of customer centricity, zero-based mindset, and responsible operations & organizations, this is what we call the Intelligent Supply Chain.You’ll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture that thrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways.If you’re looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you. As part of our global team, you’ll be working with cutting-edge technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job.Supply Chain & Operations is seeking to recruit a Consultant 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 scalePlay 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 Supply Chain leadership, and their business partners, address some of the critical business issues faced today, including:Warehouse & Inventory ManagementNetwork Design & OptimisationWarehouse / Fulfilment Centre / Distribution Centre facility solutioning, concepting and designMaterials Handling Automation in either warehouse operations or manufacturingWarehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS) design, implementation and optimisation, driving automation and efficiency across warehousing and transportation operationsDeep 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 performancePlatform-Driven Transformation (Technology Strategy, Systems Implementation, etc.)In this role you will:Support delivery teams within the Supply Chain Fulfilment group, ensuring alignment with customer-centric fulfilment strategies.Support end-to-end 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 automationDesign 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.Set yourself apart:Consulting and/or project delivery experience including: delivery to agreed scope, time scales and budgets from a top tier consulting company or blue-chip organisationFunctional 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 modellingSupply 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 experienceExperience 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 LogisticsWhat’s in it for youAt 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: 31/12/2024Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.About AccentureAccenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with 774,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us atEqual Employment Opportunity StatementAll employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law.Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

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Location

London

Job date

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:51:43 GMT

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