Manager / Associate Director - Finance Transformation - Supply Chain

Deloitte NZ; Auckland; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible ways of working

Learning and career progression

Support for professional quals

Wellbeing initiatives

Community impact opportunities

Inclusive collaborative culture

Job summary

Deloitte NZ is seeking a Manager/Associate Director to lead finance transformation within supply chain from its Auckland office. You will partner with senior clients, drive end-to-end transformation across planning, procurement, manufacturing and logistics, and deliver measurable performance improvements while leveraging Deloitte’s digital and analytics capabilities.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, design operating models, and mentor staff, advancing client outcomes and career growth in

Qualifications

• 8+ years in consulting, industry, or both with a focus on supply chain or transformation.
• Experience leading large-scale supply chain programmes and measurable outcomes.
• Strong ability to engage with senior stakeholders and executive teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner directly with senior client stakeholders to solve complex supply chain challenges.
• Lead high-impact transformation engagements across planning, procurement, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics and network design.
• Drive performance improvements for service, resilience, productivity and cost efficiency.
• Leverage Deloitte capabilities in Digital, Data Analytics, Technology and Enterprise Transformation.
• Lead workstreams and multidisciplinary teams ensuring high-quality delivery and strong outcomes.
• Design target operating models, operating rhythms and governance frameworks.
• Facilitate executive workshops and strategic discussions to align priorities.
• Analyze operational, financial and supply chain data to identify insights and opportunities.
• Build trusted client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Coach and develop team members to grow capability and delivery excellence.

Skills

Supply chain

Transformation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Data analysis

Workshop facilitation

Problem solving

Education

Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations or related

Job description

Manager / Associate Director - Finance Transformation - Supply Chain

• Full-time
• Department: Consulting | Transformation | Finance Transformation

Company Description

You’ll join the Technology and Transformation team in our Auckland office as aSupply Chain Manager/ Associate Director.Here, you’ll do meaningful work with talented people while building a career shaped around your ambitions. As New Zealand's leading professional services firm, we combine local expertise with global capability to create impact that matters for our clients, communities and country.

We invest in our people through learning, development and professional growth opportunities, while offering flexibility and wellbeing support to help you thrive both professionally and personally. No matter your career stage, you'll be part of a values-led organisation committed to inclusion, innovation and making an impact that matters.

Our people benefit from:

• Flexible ways of working
• Ongoing learning, development and career progression
• Support for professional qualifications and certifications
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes
• Additional leave and community impact opportunities
• An inclusive and collaborative culture where you can be yourself

What will your typical day look like?

• Partner directly with senior client stakeholders, including Supply Chain Directors, General Managers and C-suite executives, to solve complex supply chain and operational challenges.
• Lead high-impact supply chain transformation engagements across areas such as planning, procurement, manufacturing, warehousing, inventory optimisation, logistics and network design.
• Drive operational performance improvements that enhance service, resilience, productivity and cost efficiency across end-to-end supply chains.
• Leverage Deloitte's capabilities in Digital, Data Analytics, Technology and Enterprise Transformation to deliver innovative and sustainable supply chain solutions.
• Lead workstreams and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality delivery, strong commercial outcomes and exceptional client experiences.
• Design and implement target operating models, operating rhythms, governance frameworks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate executive-level workshops and strategic discussions to align stakeholders, define priorities and accelerate decision-making.
• Analyse operational, financial and supply chain data to identify insights, opportunities, and areas for performance improvement.
• Build trusted advisor relationships with clients, contributing to business development activities and identifying opportunities for future engagement.
• Coach, mentor and develop team members, fostering capability growth and excellence in delivery.

Enough about us,let’stalk about you

• 8+ years' experience in consulting, industry, or a combination of both, with a strong focus on supply chain, operations or business transformation.
• Proven experience leading large-scale supply chain or operational transformation programmes and delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Deep expertise across one or more supply chain disciplines, including supply planning, procurement, logistics, manufacturing, inventory management or distribution.
• Demonstrated ability to engage, influence and challenge senior stakeholders, including executive leadership teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of identifying opportunities to improve performance, reduce costs and enhance customer outcomes.
• Experience leading complex workstreams, managing teams and delivering projects in fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional facilitation, presentation and stakeholder management skills, with experience leading workshops and executive forums.
• A track record of developing high-performing teams through coaching, mentoring and career development support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, Commerce or a related discipline. Postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.

Making an impact that matters, together:

Our shared values are at the heart of everything we do. Living these values is essential to ensuring everyone feels included at work and able to reach their full potential. For us to succeed and thrive as an organisation, we understand the importance of creating a culture where diverse perspectives matter and where everyone is given an equal opportunity to thrive, grow and make an impact that matters.

Does this sound like the sort of role and organisation for you?

We believe the strongest teams are made up of diverse individuals and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognise that women and individuals from under-represented backgrounds may hesitate to apply if they don't meet all criteria.