Manager/Senior Manager, Business Consulting - Supply Chain Planning (System implementation)

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a Manager/Senior Manager in Supply Chain & Operations. The role involves delivering comprehensive supply chain planning programs and leading diverse consulting teams. Candidates should have extensive leadership experience and expertise in advanced planning tools. EY offers a competitive remuneration package with a focus on inclusivity and continuous learning.

Benefits

Continuous learning

Flexible work arrangements

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Over ten years of leadership experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Expertise in Advanced Planning tools and Supply Chain Planning applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects involving Blue Yonder/JDA software for Supply Chain engagements.
• Collaborate with teams to implement supply chain transformations.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

University Degree in Supply Chain Management

Computer Science

Mathematics

Tools

Blue Yonder

JDA

o9

Kinaxis

Job description

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Location:

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: 22 Apr 2025

Requisition ID: 1518122

The opportunity

Our Consulting business offers a broad range of functional and cross-country services dedicated to providing high-value and trusted advice to clients, combining end-to-end supply chain strategy, procurement, and product portfolio management. In the area of Supply Chain & Operations, you will support organizations in implementing company-wide end-to-end Supply Chain planning programs—from strategy and concept to development and implementation.

Our clients trust us and our advice, and our team is united by a passion for going above and beyond to improve our working world. This shared commitment is crucial in enabling us to consistently deliver or exceed our commitments.

As a Manager/Senior Manager, you will support organizations in implementing these comprehensive Supply Chain planning programs.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Deliver as part of a globally diverse consulting team, entrusted with delivering Supply Chain engagements across various industries.
2. Lead projects involving Blue Yonder/JDA software, including global solution design, system implementation, testing, and configuration to meet client specifications and business objectives.
3. Collaborate with teams and clients to architect and implement supply chain transformations.
4. Develop planning solutions, operational models, facilitate workshops, and conduct fit-gap assessments.
5. Translate business requirements into technical functionalities, leveraging skills in platforms like o9, OMP, or similar.
6. Validate data, construct optimization models, analytical reports, and presentations.
7. Offer innovative solutions for unstructured problems.
8. Pursue continuous upskilling, especially in Blue Yonder software.
9. Specialization in sectors such as CPG/FMCG, Automotive, Pharma, etc., is advantageous.

Skills and Qualifications:

• A recognized university degree in Supply Chain Management, Computer Science, IT, Computer Engineering, MIS, Mathematics, Business, or related fields.
• Extensive leadership experience (over ten years) in project delivery within Supply Chain Management, focusing on Supply Planning and Demand Management.
• Proficiency in Value Chain Synchronization and familiarity with Supply Chain Re-Invention concepts is beneficial.
• Hands-on knowledge of Supply Chain Planning applications like Demand, Replenishment/Deployment Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Optimization, S&OP, Scheduling, and Control Tower Optimization.
• Expertise in Advanced Planning tools such as JDA, OM Partners, o9, and Kinaxis.
• Deep functional/domain knowledge and experience in configurations, training, customer communication, and documentation within Blue Yonder and/or Kinaxis environments.
• Leadership in at least 2-3 full lifecycle Supply Chain Planning implementations in large, complex settings.
• Experience in all project phases from requirements gathering to solution delivery and documentation.
• Subject matter expertise in Inventory Planning, Planning Horizons, and Supply Chain Constraints modeling.
• Excellent communication, presentation, client service, and technical writing skills, with an interest in integrating enterprise processes with technological solutions.
• Willingness to travel as required.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to prioritize in a rapidly changing industry, and strong leadership and people management skills. A passion for making a difference in a dynamic organization is essential.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package and values inclusivity and flexible work arrangements. Additionally, we provide:

• Continuous learning: Develop skills to navigate future challenges.
• Success as defined by you: Tools and flexibility to make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership: Insights, coaching, and confidence to be a leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: Be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice.