Associate Partner with a focus on operations and supply chain transformation, Copenhagen or Aarhus

Valcon; København; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Valcon in Denmark seeks a senior leader to grow our Supply Chain & Operations practice and lead high-impact transformations. You will combine deep functional expertise with client relationships and leadership to drive measurable value.

Role focuses on commercial growth, client engagement, and capability development, leveraging AI, data and digital technologies to strengthen operations and performance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree, fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Deep experience in Supply Chain & Operations including planning, S&OP, logistics or procurement.
• Strong leadership and ability to grow client partnerships and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities to grow engagements.
• Lead complex supply chain transformations from problem definition to value realization.
• Strengthen capabilities and market presence using AI, data and digital solutions.

Skills

SC&O expertise

People leadership

Commercial acumen

Digital mindset

English fluency

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Are you passionate about helping clients solve complex supply chain challenges and create lasting business value? Do you combine deep functional expertise with commercial acumen, strong client relationships and leadership experience? Are you also curious about how AI, data and digital capabilities can strengthen future operations? Then you could play a key role in growing our Supply Chain & Operations practice and leading high-impact transformations.

About Valcon

We are a European powerhouse in AI and data-driven business transformation, bringing this to life by integrating management consulting with data and digital technology capabilities.

We ensure companies are in their best possible shape and fit for the future. We spot opportunities and help bring them to life. We are thorough, fast and collaborative in everything we do. From the boardroom to the shop floor. From strategy to operations.

We are a no-nonsense consultancy with curious individuals who are driven by creating value together with clients. We have an informal culture and a flat hierarchy with offices in Denmark, Sweden, the Netherlands, the UK, Germany, Croatia and Serbia.

To thrive in this role, you have demonstrated experience in these three competence areas:

• Commercial growth: Build strong client relationships, identify opportunities and contribute to the growth of existing and new client engagements through trusted advisory and business development activities
• Client engagement: Lead complex supply chain and operational improvement transformations from problem definition and solution design through implementation and value realization.
• Capability development: Help strengthen Supply Chain & Operations offerings, methodologies and market presence while leveraging AI, data and technology as key enablers of transformation

In addition, you should embody these skills:

• Supply Chain & Operations expertise: Deep experience within one or more areas such as Supply Chain Planning, S&OP, Logistics/Distribution, Procurement, Operational Excellence and Supply Chain Transformation
• People leadership: Build strong relationships, inspire teams and create an environment where people feel empowered, supported and motivated to perform
• Commercial and consulting acumen: Combine strategic thinking with a pragmatic delivery mindset and a strong understanding of how to create value for clients and grow trusted partnerships
• Digital mindset: Experience working with data, digital solutions and technology, or a strong curiosity about how these can enable better supply chain performance and business transformation
• Education: Relevant Master’s degree, fluent in English both written and spoken, Danish is a plus

Career opportunities

Valcon is in a significant growth phase supported by acquisitions and capital investment from Rivean Capital and Waterland Private Equity. This supports our ambitious expansion plans – both geographically and in terms of capabilities – with a particular focus on the Nordics and the DACH (German-speaking) region. Therefore, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company’s development and gain strategic influence over its future direction.

The role provides internal career development opportunities toward broader leadership roles within the capability or across the broader organisation. With Valcon’s international footprint and focus on complex Supply Chain and Operation projects in the business and technology space, you will gain access to:

• A broad network of colleagues and clients across Europe
• Strategically significant and high-complexity projects
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology, including AI, data and digital technologies