Senior Supply Chain Consultant

CBRE Group, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a supply chain analyst to deliver analysis for occupier, developer and investor clients from its London office. You will support project teams, collect data, and help translate insights into actionable recommendations.

The role emphasizes data manipulation with Excel/Power BI, Alteryx/SQL, and possibly ArcGIS, with travel across the UK. It offers collaborative culture, learning opportunities, and exposure to a broad client base.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of supply chain consulting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive, self-driven and organised.
• Experience with data manipulation and visualization tools (Excel, Power BI) and databases (Alteryx, SQL).
• Geospatial/mapping software experience (ArcGIS) preferred.
• AI usage and modelling experience is advantageous.
• Aptitude for mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams with scoping approaches.
• Collect, validate and use data to inform recommendations.
• Work across diverse clients and sectors.
• Present findings to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Develop client relationships with CBRE functions.
• Contribute to team capability and development.
• Act as a supply chain advocate internally.

Skills

Supply chain consulting

Mathematics aptitude

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Alteryx

SQL

ArcGIS

Job description

About the RoleWorking within Consumer, Supply Chain & Talent Consulting, this role is pivotal in delivering a variety of supply chain and operational analysis for Occupier, Developer and Investor clients across a broad range of related projects, including network design, operational performance, location assessment and evaluation, and more.Our team comprises a diverse mix of operational, consulting and analytical backgrounds, creating a powerful combination of skills, expertise and perspective, delivering unique, significant value for our clients at the interface of supply chain, operations and real estate.What You’ll Do• Leverage your existing experience to support project team with scoping project approaches• Collecting, validating and using data to deliver informed recommendations and decisions• Working across a variety of clients in different industries and sectors• Playing a critical role in delivering supply chain and operations related projects as part of a project team• Directly engaging with clients to capture client data and understand their business• Ability and desire to learn how to apply new tools, techniques and methods in approaching client questions• Ability to grasp and drive development of new software, tools and techniques• Play a team role in presenting the findings to clients, and internal stakeholders• Working closely with clients and internal CBRE functions, to develop strong working relationships, trust and mutual opportunity• Contributing to the development of team capability• Become a supply chain advocate and champion internallyWhat you'll need• 2-3 years of internal or external supply chain consulting experience, with an aptitude for mathematics• Enthusiastic about learning and passionate about your role; self-driven, organised, meticulous with a proactive mindset• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills• An ability to think creatively and flexibly in approaching questions and reaching conclusions• An ability to work independently while under pressure• Experience of data manipulation, modelling and visualisation tools (e.g. Excel, Power BI or similar) and database working (Alteryx, SQL or similar)• Experience of Geospatial / Mapping software is preferred, such as ArcGIS• Experience of AI usage and modelling is advantageousLocation• The role is London office-based with opportunity to work flexibly as well as frequent travel throughout UK and, potentially, some international requirements• The role should expect client visits, regional offices, London and flexible location workingWays of Working• Is constantly visible, accessible and pro-active within and outside of, the team• Can be increasingly recognised as a knowledgeable subject matter expert• Supports and contributes to a culture of co-operation and teamworkClient Relationship Leadership• Works collaboratively with other business teams by offering clients the right value proposition for their requirement• Is accessible and responsive to clients at all times, as appropriateBusiness Development• Contribute to current and future revenue and profit plans through delivery of project work, development of capability and proposition and potentially business development activity• Actively encourages a culture of cross-CBRE collaboration to maximise growth and service opportunities for the overall businessWhy CBREWhen you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.Applicant AI Use DisclosureWe value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.