Supply Chain and Operations Consulting Manager - Utilities Supply Chain

$93,400 - $258,500/Yr

Accenture - Columbus, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Columbus, OH

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Supply Chain and Operations Consulting Manager for Utilities at Accenture is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing supply chain processes within the utilities sector. This role focuses on enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving service delivery through strategic solutions. The manager will lead teams, engage with clients, and utilize data analytics to drive improvements across the supply chain, ensuring that clients can meet their operational goals effectively.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and optimize supply chain processes within the utilities sector.
• Lead workshops to identify improvements in organizations and processes.
• Provide clients with insights to enhance operational efficiency.
• Challenge legacy processes to promote client growth.
• Utilize digital technology to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Manage and coach small to medium-sized teams with diverse skills.
• Support client sales origination and thought leadership development.
• Drive positive community impact through project initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the Utilities Industry with digital transformation experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working on Supply Chain initiatives.
• Minimum of 5 years of external consulting experience or equivalent internal consulting experience at a managerial level.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (minimum 12 years).

Nice-to-haves

• Deep specialization in procurement or cost takeout initiatives.
• Experience in forecasting, supply chain planning, and inventory optimization.
• Manufacturing production experience in continuous or discrete environments.
• MBA or equivalent graduate degree.
• Lean or Six Sigma qualifications.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools like Power BI, Tableau, and Alteryx.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on location and experience.
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements.