Supply Chain & Operations Consulting Manager

Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Operations Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary Supply Chain and Operations - Supply Chain Manager - Advisory Consulting PwC Ireland- Bring Your Talent, Grow Your Skills, Unlock Your Potential! About Consulting In Consulting, we deliver practical, far-sighted advice that gets straight to the heart of clients' business issues and delivers amazing results by helping our clients improve the way they operate, reduce costs, manage risks, leverage talent or fundamentally change how they do business. The work that you will do is all about helping organizations of all shapes and sizes work smarter and grow faster. You will work with leading Irish and Global companies across a diverse range of industries including FMCG, Retail, Pharma, Manufacturing, Tech and Media About our Supply Chain Team Supply chain management is increasingly becoming a major key differentiator for our clients across a range of sectors. Our Supply Chain team, part of our Transformation practice, is passionate about collaborating with clients to transform their supply chain operations, develop new ways of working, deploy new innovative solutions, and drive efficiencies. Our Supply Chain practice operates across four inter-related pillars: Supply Chain Strategy and Logistics (including Demand Planning) Manufacturing Procurement Digital We are expanding across each of these areas, primarily focused on Supply Chain and Procurement to support our clients in transforming their supply chain and achieving operational excellence. Why join us? You'll be part of a collaborative, inclusive team where your ideas matter, and your perspective is valued and encouraged. We have a strong track record of delivering high quality work to major local and international clients and have ambitious growth plans for the future Purpose-led work you'll be part of As a Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Our Supply Chain transformation projects are large scale. We collaborate internally with other practice areas (Change Management, Technology, Data and Analytics, Tax etc. ) and globally with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across our PwC network. By joining us, you get the opportunity to both deepen your Supply Chain experience, build your internal and global networks, and work on exciting client projects such as - ● Designing and implementing the operational integration of two multinational FMCG companies, across 50+ European markets ● Supporting a global plastics company in identifying integration synergies and operational improvements following a series of acquisitions ● Supporting a Global Pharma Life Science Manufacturer with their CSRD reporting requirements and calculating their Scope 3 Emissions by assessing and analysing available data to create fit-f or-purpose calculation methodologies and aligning their Scope 3 reporting with Industry Standards. ● Supporting a Global Pharma Life Sciences Manufacturer with their Warehouse Strategy as a result of increased volume to ensure sufficient internal and external storage capacity while enhancing their warehouse capabilities Please find related articles and links below which showcase the type of work which the team is involved in: The Irish Times - Moving towards the adaptable supply chain of the future RTE - Middle East latest and impact on Irish consumers Role & Responsibility As a Manager your key responsibilities will include - Leading client engagements - Collaborating with local and global teams to ensure project delivery and excellence Driving business growth – through pre-sales and business development activities and initiatives, e.g. preparing proposals for clients, presenting at industry/client events, identifying potential new opportunities Coach, empower and inspire team members fostering a culture of learning, growth and innovation Shape PwC's supply chain propositions, staying ahead of and up-to-date of market trends in supply chain and engaging with PwC global networks and our client globally Experiences and skills Degree qualified, with at least 5 years' experience in Supply Chain, and deep expertise in one or more areas of supply chain management – such as supply chain modelling and strategy development, logistics and network optimisation, demand / supply planning, manufacturing, procurement, outsourcing – 3PLs/4PLs, CMO etc. A proven track record of leading supply chain transformation programs at scale Familiarity with different technology solutions used in supply chain e.g. Digital supply chain and procurement / Industry 4.0 Ability to inspire and empower diverse teams to deliver exceptional outcomes and service offerings to our clients Unlock your potential with PwC Ireland We believe that challenges are better solved together! We're inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you'll be a part of amazing teams encouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact. This purpose-led work, and our continuous development and encouragement, will help unlock your potential and take your career to the next level. Enjoy PwC's perks We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at Life@PwC. (https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie/life-at-pwc.html). Being appreciated for being you Our most valuable asset is our people, and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We believe this so much that we have signed up for the Business in the Community Elevate Pledge. (https://www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge/) You can learn more about our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at www.pwc.ie. Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply, we'd love to hear from you! We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email us at ie_experiencedhireteam@pwc.com for more information. Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Consulting, Consulting Services, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Data Analytics, Business Performance Metrics, Business Transformation, Change Management, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Epic Software, Epic Systems, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Logistics Management, Management Consulting, Manufacturing Operations Management, Market Research, Operating Effectiveness Review, Operational Excellence {+ 23 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Up to 20% Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Yes Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We'll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.