Operations and Supply Chain Assistant Manager - Deal Advisory

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in London is seeking an Operations and Supply Chain Assistant Manager. This role involves assisting stakeholders through transactional changes and leading projects that drive value. Candidates must have a strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and project management capabilities. The ideal applicant will contribute collaboratively to complex business solutions and work effectively with clients. Office and flexibility options are available.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive work culture

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant industry experience or consultancy background is essential.
• Ability to develop business solutions and contribute to leadership initiatives.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist stakeholders on the buy-side or sell-side to execute organizational changes.
• Liaise with clients and act as an ambassador for the company.
• Lead projects and manage deliverables that exceed expectations.

Skills

Supply Chain expertise

Project management

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Manufacturing

Job description

Job Description

Operations and Supply Chain Assistant Manager - Deal Advisory

Base Location: London www.kpmg88careers.co.uk/experienced-professional/#LeBlender.OfficeLocations

The KPMG Strategy Group function is a cornerstone of our Deal Advisory business. Operating from London we do work that matters, serving the Country with diligence and expertise.

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancies. We've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

Within The Strategy Group function we are a team full of subject matter experts, but that’s not all. We are responsible for providing best in class support on everything from developing acquisition strategy and raising funds, through to making the deal and integrating the acquisition.

Why Join KPMG as a Operations and Supply Chain Assistant Manager?

The Ops and Supply team is part of KPMG’s rapidly expanding Strategy Group, which delivers value for clients by challenging conventional thinking, bringing deep industry and functional insights and executing with investor-grade rigour. We are a diverse team of over 400 practitioners, working collaboratively with and orchestrating KPMG’s broad set of capabilities within our Deal Advisory business.

What will you be doing?

• Assist Operations stakeholders on the buy-side or sell-side to plan and execute changes in the organisation as required by the transaction. This will be across the deal cycle from pre-deal to post-deal phases of the transaction
• Liaise effectively with clients while working on engagements and act as an 'ambassador' for KMPG
• Design and run small projects and / or large, complex workstreams with limited oversight
• Can confidently lead a client workshop or meeting, where appropriate, with some senior oversight and guidance
• Produce client-ready deliverables that exceed expectations and require limited review
• Can make positive and valued contributions to the Operations project team when addressing client requirements
• Develop solutions to complex problems and challenge the thinking of more senior colleagues and clients
• Construct detailed financial / business models performing complex scenario and sensitivity analysis
• Ensure the firm's risk management frameworks are adhered to

What will you need to do it?

• Industry (within Supply Chain, Procurement or Manufacturing) or experience working in a leading strategy house, Big 4 firm or other consultancy
• Previous Operations project management experience
• Strong foundational understanding of the value drivers within Supply Chain, Procurement or Manufacturing
• Experience of leading project workstreams and take responsibility for small teams
• Prior involvement in business development activity and ability to contribute to thought leadership and knowledge management initiatives
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with team members and broader (internal and external) stakeholders at various levels

To discuss this or wider Deal Advisory roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.

Our Locations:

We are open to talk to Strategy talent across the country but our core hubs for this role are:

• Leeds
• London Canary Wharf
• Manchester

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

Find out more:

Within Deal Advisory we have a range of divisions and specialisms. Click the links to find out more below:

• Deal Advisory at KPMG: https://kpmg.com/uk/en/home/services/deal-advisory.html
• ESG at KPMG: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/our-esg-journey/
• About our firm: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/people-culture/about-our-firm/
• KPMG Culture. Being Inclusive: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/people-culture/being-inclusive/
• KPMG Workability and Disability confidence: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/need-support-let-us-know/

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• KPMG values: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/our-values/
• KPMG Competencies: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/kpmg-competencies/
• KPMG Locations and FAQ: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/faq/?category=Experienced+professionals