Supply Chain - Cable / Telecom - Manager/Senior Manager

Accenture PLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical benefits

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a driven Supply Chain & Operations professional with strong telecom industry expertise to design and implement S&OP/ S&OE processes across cable and telecom supply chains, including network infrastructure, mobile, and CPE environments. You will optimize distribution, drive digital transformations, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver measurable client value.

Travel up to 75% is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in Supply Chain, Operations, or Network Operations within the cable and/or telecommunications industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of consulting or equivalent leadership experience in cable/telecom.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (12+ years; associate degree requires 6+ years).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain planning and S&OP/S&OE across cable telecom environments.
• Advise on distribution, warehousing, and logistics optimization including site consolidation.
• Drive digital transformation with AI-driven demand forecasting, IoT asset tracking, and automated field dispatch.
• Identify and execute cost optimization across procurement, logistics, and field inventory.
• Develop data-driven insights and recommendations for clients.
• Lead project teams and support business development efforts in telecom supply chain.

Skills

Supply chain

Operations

Network Operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Alteryx

Job description

Accenture helps the world's leading enterprises reinvent by building their digital core and unleashing the power of AI to create value at speed for organizations across industries. Our strategy is to be the reinvention partner of choice for our clients and lead in the safe, widespread adoption of AI, and to be the most client-focused, AI-enabled, great place to work in the world. We bring together the talent of our approximately 814,000 people with proprietary assets and platforms, deep process and industry expertise, and leading ecosystem relationships to deliver end-to-end solutions and measurable outcomes at scale. Through our Reinvention Services, we offer broad expertise across Cybersecurity, Digital Core, Finance, Industry and Enterprise, Song, Supply Chain and Engineering, and Talent, with advanced capabilities in AI and Data, Industry and Process, and Technology. We serve approximately 9,000 clients and generated approximately $74 billion in FY26 revenue. Visit us at accenture.com.

We are:

Supply Chain and Operations for the Communications & Media sector, and we move at the pace of a network that never sleeps. Our Fortune 500 cable and telecom clients are under constant pressure to modernize their supply chains, streamline field operations, and build resilience into every layer of their infrastructure. We partner with them to reimagine how they source, deploy, and manage the equipment, technology, and talent that power connectivity for millions. Whether the challenge is network infrastructure buildout, mobile retail management, or the end-to-end lifecycle of customer premises equipment (CPE), we bring deep industry expertise, data-driven insights, and operational rigor to drive meaningful, measurable transformation.

You are:

A driven management consultant or industry professional with strong expertise in supply chain and operations within the cable and telecom sector. You bring hands-on knowledge of how telecom and cable companies operate across one or more of the following domains: network infrastructure (wireline/fiber), mobile networks (5G, LTE, fixed wireless), and/or customer premises equipment (CPE)—from device procurement and provisioning to field workforce management and vendor governance. You are analytical, structured in your thinking, and passionate about delivering practical, data-driven solutions that help clients improve efficiency, reduce cost, and build more resilient operations. You thrive in collaborative team environments, are comfortable engaging directly with clients, and are eager to grow into a senior leader within the practice.

The work:

• End to End Supply Chain Planning and Operations: Lead the design and implementation of S&OP and S&OE processes across the cable telecom supply chain including network infrastructure, mobile, and/or CPE environments—including network construction logistics, RAN/mobile equipment procurement, CPE device provisioning and reverse logistics, and materials management across complex multi-vendor environments.
• Distribution & Logistics Optimization: Advise clients on strategies to optimize their warehouse, distribution, and logistics processes including site consolidation, flow improvements, and carrier transformation.
• Digital Transformation of Operations: Spearhead the integration of digital platforms—including AI-driven demand forecasting, IoT-enabled asset tracking, and automated field dispatch—to modernize operations and reduce OPEX.
• Cost Reduction & Operational Efficiency: Identify and execute cost optimization opportunities across the supply chain, from procurement spend to logistics, warehouse management, and field inventory.
• Data-Driven Insights: Leverage analytics tools to model supply chain scenarios, track key performance indicators, and generate clear, actionable recommendations for clients.
• Client Collaboration: Build relationships with mid-to-senior client stakeholders and actively support senior leaders in maintaining Accenture's profile as a trusted long-term partner.
• Technology Integration: Support the evaluation and deployment of digital tools and automation solutions in telecom supply chain and field operations environments.
• Team Leadership: Lead small-to-mid-size project teams, mentor junior consultants, and drive quality delivery across multiple workstreams.
• Business Development Support: Contribute to RFP responses, proposal development, and thought leadership content creation focused on the cable and telecom supply chain space.

Travel Requirements:

Travel is required for this role and could vary up to 75%

Here's what you need:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Supply Chain, Operations, or Network Operations roles within the cable and/or telecommunications industry, with expertise in one or more of the following: network infrastructure (wireline/fiber), mobile (5G/LTE/fixed wireless), Mobile retail, CPE supply chain, field operations.
• Minimum of 2 years of consulting experience or equivalent leadership experience within the cable or telecom industry.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If associate degree, must have a minimum of 6 years’ work experience)

Bonus points if:

• You have hands-on experience with cable/telecom-specific platforms
• You hold Six Sigma, APICS or similar advanced certifications.
• You have experience leading digital supply chain transformation and automation initiatives in a telecom or cable environment with a focus on advanced planning or AI platforms.
• You are skilled in data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx).
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-functional transformation programs and deliver measurable outcomes for clients.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

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We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 11/30/2026.

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