Managing Consultant - Supply Chain Planning

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Managing Consultant to spearhead innovative supply chain planning solutions. This pivotal role involves collaborating with clients to tackle challenges, design effective models, and implement strategies that enhance operational efficiency. As part of a dynamic team, you will engage in business development and contribute to internal initiatives while focusing on sustainability and digital transformation. This position offers flexibility in location and a competitive remuneration package, ensuring a fulfilling work-life balance in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Performance-related Bonuses

Work-life Balance Initiatives

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of supply chain planning processes like demand forecasting and inventory management.
• Experience in consulting or internal roles within Consumer Products, Manufacturing, or Retail.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovative supply chain planning solutions for global clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design future models and implement solutions.

Skills

Supply Chain Planning

Demand Forecasting

Inventory Management

S&OP

Consulting Experience

Tools

Blue Yonder

Kinaxis

SAP IBP

o9

Job description

Managing Consultant - Supply Chain Planning, Glasgow

Capgemini Invent is seeking a Managing Consultant to lead innovative supply chain planning solutions for global clients. You will collaborate with colleagues and clients to understand challenges, design future models, and implement solutions covering strategy, operating model design, transition, and ongoing optimisation.

As a key member of our Supply Chain Centre of Excellence, you will contribute to project delivery, shape work plans, and develop supply chain propositions. You will also have opportunities to engage in business development, internal initiatives, and personal growth activities.

Your Profile

You should possess deep knowledge of supply chain planning processes such as demand forecasting, supply planning, inventory management, and S&OP or IBP. Relevant experience includes working in industries like Consumer Products, Manufacturing, Retail, Automotive, or Life Sciences, either in a consulting role or internally. Familiarity with planning systems (e.g., Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, SAP IBP, o9) and a track record of delivering supply chain improvement projects are essential. Strong sector knowledge and the ability to operate successfully in a matrixed environment are also required.

What You'll Love About Working Here

We are at the forefront of digital transformation, focusing on 'Intelligent Industry'—integrating digital, physical engineering, and sustainability to create innovative, efficient systems. Our approach helps clients improve performance, resource efficiency, and sustainability, including achieving net-zero goals.

Additional Information

This role offers flexible locations in London, Manchester, or Glasgow, with the possibility of periods away from home. We provide a competitive remuneration package with flexible benefits and performance-related bonuses. Capgemini is committed to diversity, inclusion, work-life balance, and social responsibility, actively fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.