Supply Chain Consultant

Michael Page (UK); England; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Consultant with experience in procurement and supply chain, particularly in the FMCG sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Power BI, advanced analytics, and will be responsible for ensuring product availability through effective supply plans. This temporary role offers a competitive daily rate and an opportunity for impactful contributions in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Opportunity for flexibility

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in procurement and supply chain within the FMCG industry.
• Solid understanding of supply chain planning concepts and processes.
• Strong background in advanced analytics and scenario-based data modeling.

Responsibilities

• Translate demand forecasts into supply plans ensuring product availability.
• Identify inefficiencies in the supply planning process and implement best practices.
• Provide expert insights by analyzing complex supply chain data.

Skills

Experience in procurement and supply chain

Proven expertise in Power BI

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Power BI

Supply chain management software

Job description

About Our Client

The employer is a well-established organisation within the FMCG industry, recognised for its commitment to excellence in procurement and supply chain management.

Job Description

• Translate demand forecasts into supply plans that ensure product availability across the supply chain.
• Assess supplier and production capabilities to ensure capacity meets forecasted demand.
• Identify inefficiencies in the supply planning process and implement best practices or automation.
• Design, develop, and implement automated solutions using Power BI and other relevant tools to enhance supply chain visibility and reporting.
• Build advanced analytical models and perform scenario-based data modeling to support supply chain planning and forecasting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify data requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Provide expert insights and actionable recommendations by analyzing complex supply chain data.
• Develop and deliver presentations and dashboards to stakeholders, communicating findings and strategic insights effectively.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Supply Chain Consultant should have:

• Relevant experience in procurement and supply chain within the FMCG industry.
• Proven expertise in Power BI, including dashboard creation, data visualization, and automation.
• Strong background in advanced analytics and scenario-based data modeling.
• Solid understanding of supply chain planning concepts and processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, or a related field.

What's on Offer

• Competitive daily rate.
• Opportunity to work within a global organisation in the FMCG sector.
• Temporary role offering flexibility and valuable experience.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.
• Chance to contribute to impactful supply chain projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Supply Chain Consultant to make a tangible impact in the FMCG industry. Apply today to take the next step in your procurement and supply chain career!