London-Based Supply Chain Innovation Leader

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Greater London

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Accenture in London seeks a Supply Chain Innovation Manager to lead transformation across supply chain, procurement, operations and enterprise service delivery, bridging analytics and leadership. You will collaborate with CPOs, CSCOs and senior stakeholders, design end-to-end operating models and GBS strategies, and translate AI-enabled insights into practical solutions.

The role requires on-site client collaboration, strong stakeholder management and a track record of delivering value through

Qualifications

7–10 years in supply chain, procurement, operations or GBS consulting.
Functional depth in integrated planning, S&OP/IBP, procurement strategy, logistics, or GBS.
Delivery track record leading End-to-End assessments, target operating model and GBS/shared services strategy and design, transformation roadmaps, value case development or implementation workstreams.
Practical experience with AI capabilities and familiarity with planning, procurement, ERP, analytics or process-mining platforms.
Industry exposure across Industrials, Consumer Goods & Retail, Chemicals, Energy or Life Sciences.
Understanding of supplier decarbonisation, circularity, multi-tier traceability, resilience and supply chain regulation.
Strong storytelling and facilitation skills, with the ability to create board-ready narratives. A relevant degree is required; MBA, APICS or CIPS qualifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

Engagement leadership: Manage complex consulting engagements or workstreams, taking accountability for scope, quality, timelines, team performance and client outcomes.
Diagnostics and value case: Structure End-to-End diagnostics and develop evidence-based value cases for operating model and GBS transformation, quantifying productivity, service, customer, working-capital and AI-enabled benefits.
Client engagement: Lead workshops and interviews with CPO, CSCO, GBS and operational stakeholders, converting diverse perspectives into clear decisions and actionable recommendations.
Operating model and GBS design: Lead the design of End-to-End target operating models and GBS strategies, defining service scope, organisational structures, governance, service delivery, location and sourcing choices, and transformation roadmaps.
Technology and AI: Translate the potential of AI, agentic solutions and digital platforms into practical solution designs, working with tools such as Kinaxis, o9, Coupa, Ariba, Celonis and SAP.
Business growth: Support account development and commercial pursuits by identifying opportunities, shaping proposals, developing compelling narratives and contributing to client presentations.
People and practice: Coach junior colleagues and strengthen the Value Chain community through thought leadership, reusable assets, offering development and knowledge sharing.