Supply Chain Planning Transformation - Senior Consultant in Houston

Energy Jobline ZR; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company contributions

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Life and insurance

Training and professional development

Job summary

Clarkston Consulting is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Transformation – Senior Consultant to help Life Sciences and Consumer Products clients optimize planning processes and drive business outcomes. You will lead or support initiatives across Demand, Supply, Inventory, S&OP/IBP, and governance designs.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, facilitate workshops, and mentor junior consultants while contributing to proposals and account strategy.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in Supply Chain Planning consulting or relevant industry experience
• Experience delivering consulting engagements focused on Supply Chain Planning business processes and transformation initiatives
• Demonstrated experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, S&OP or IBP
• Experience participating in or leading enterprise Supply Chain Planning solution implementations
• Experience working with advanced planning platforms such as SAP IBP, Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, Logility, or Oracle SCM
• Ability to facilitate client workshops and translate requirements into practical planning solutions
• Experience defining Supply Chain Planning KPIs, metrics, and reporting frameworks
• Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies and planning performance improvement

Responsibilities

• Partner with Life Sciences and Consumer Products clients to improve Supply Chain Planning processes
• Lead or support planning transformation initiatives across Demand, Supply, Inventory Planning, S&OP and IBP
• Design future-state planning processes, governance models, KPIs, and operating models
• Lead planning solution implementation activities including requirements gathering, design, testing, deployment, and training
• Facilitate client workshops to identify requirements and develop implementation roadmaps
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, Quality, Regulatory, and IT
• Mentor junior consultants and support knowledge sharing
• Contribute to proposal development and business development activities

Skills

Supply Chain Planning

Client workshops

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline

Tools

SAP IBP

Kinaxis

Blue Yonder

Logility

o9 Solutions

Oracle SCM

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

This job is posted in multiple locations. When not at a client site, consultants work from their home office. Relocation is not required.

Do you want the opportunity to leverage your skills to make a direct impact on the world’s top Life Sciences and Consumer Products companies? Join Clarkston Consulting as a Supply Chain Planning Transformation – Senior Consultant to help deliver creative business solutions to our market-leading clients as a part of a team of experienced professionals.

We are looking for motivated, self-driven leaders who are energized by team results and interested in joining a firm that values its culture and people as its biggest strengths. Together, we can help find the answers to our clients most challenging business problems.

What You’ll Do

As a Supply Chain Planning Transformation – Senior Consultant at Clarkston you will:

• Partner with Life Sciences and Consumer Products clients to improve Supply Chain Planning processes through business transformation and technology-enabled solutions
• Lead or support planning transformation initiatives across Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), and Integrated Business Planning (IBP)
• Design future-state planning processes, governance models, KPIs, and operating models aligned with client business objectives
• Lead planning solution implementation activities including business requirements gathering, process design, testing, deployment, and user training
• Facilitate client workshops to identify business requirements, evaluate process improvements, and develop implementation roadmaps
• Collaborate with client stakeholders across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Commercial, Finance, Quality, Regulatory, and IT organizations
• Help clients evaluate planning performance, identify opportunities for continuous improvement, and recommend leading practices
• Build trusted client relationships and contribute to long-term account success
• Mentor junior consultants and support knowledge sharing across project teams
• Contribute to proposal development, solution scoping, and business development activities as needed

How You’ll Grow

Beyond your day-to-day responsibilities, throughout your career at Clarkston you will:

• Receive the support and mentorship of your Clarkston colleagues and leaders
• Expand your existing skillset with internal and external professional development opportunities

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• 7+ years of professional experience in Supply Chain Planning consulting or relevant industry experience within Life Sciences and/or Consumer Products
• Experience delivering consulting engagements focused on Supply Chain Planning business processes and transformation initiatives
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Master Production Scheduling, Supply Chain Planning operating model design
• Experience participating in or leading enterprise Supply Chain Planning solution implementations, including business process design, requirements gathering, testing, deployment, and user adoption
• Experience working with one or more advanced planning platforms such as: SAP IBP, Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, Logility, o9 Solutions, Oracle Supply Chain Planning or similar enterprise planning solutions
• Ability to facilitate client workshops and translate business requirements into practical planning solutions
• Experience defining Supply Chain Planning KPIs, performance metrics, and reporting frameworks
• Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies, supply planning concepts, inventory optimization, and planning performance improvement
• Ability to analyze business challenges and develop recommendations supported by data and industry leading practices
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills with experience working directly with client stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a consulting environment
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related discipline

Travel Requirement

Travel is an integral part of this role and is estimated to average 50%. This may vary based upon client and project needs. When not traveling, consultants work from their home office. Relocation is not required.

More About Clarkston

Founded in 1991, Clarkston Consulting delivers technology and management solutions to market leaders in the life sciences, consumer products, and retail industries. At Clarkston, we cultivate success - for our clients, for our people, and for our firm. We utilize a team approach leveraging our collective expertise and industry knowledge to solve our clients’ business challenges.

AI Statement

Clarkston values thoughtful and responsible AI use for resume writing, interview preparation, and research. However, real-time use of AI to generate or script answers during interviews - including video or live conversations - is strictly prohibited and will lead to disqualification. We seek candidates who show authenticity, good judgment, and genuine engagement throughout the process.

Benefits

Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more)
• 401k with company contributions
• Paid vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave and Family Building Benefits (Adoption, Surrogacy, and Infertility Support)
• Life and Insurance
• Training and Professional Development investments, Tuition Assistance, and more

We strive to ensure that every candidate has an equitable and accessible experience. If you are selected to move forward in the interview process, we will share information about how to request any accommodations. You may also request support at any point during the hiring process.

Visit Careers at Clarkston to learn more about our culture, benefits, and opportunities.

Clarkston Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring our firm is rich in diverse skills, competencies, strengths, personalities, and culture. We foster an inclusive environment that embraces the unique contributions of our people to further our purpose. Please visit @ Clarkston to learn more about our initiatives.