Job Description

Manager - Supply Chain

Base Location: Manchester, London, Birmingham, Edinburgh or Bristol

KPMG's Supply Chain practice helps clients build leading-edge supply chain capabilities across end-to-end operations. We combine deep sector insight, expert consulting capabilities, and trusted relationships to design and implement supply chain transformation programmes, including digital and technology integration.

Why Join KPMG as a Manager- Supply Chain?

We are seeking a highly motivated Manager who is looking to leverage and expand their expertise in Supply Chain, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results leading complex projects.

The diverse nature of our engagements requires candidates to demonstrate comfort working with ambiguity and a commitment to continuous adaptation and professional development. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in developing transformative operating models across a broad spectrum of industries through data-driven insights and the effective deployment of leading-edge technologies.

Our clients trust us to deliver trusted advice, and we need a Manager who can uphold that standard. You’ll balance client work, business development, and team growth, making a direct impact on our success.

Candidates must have a willingness to travel, as the projects could include working on client site in the UK, Europe or Middle East

What will you be doing?

• Lead high-impact client engagements, solidifying our position as the most trusted advisor in Supply Chain.
• Apply cutting-edge problem-solving to projects across Transformation, Digital, AI and Sustainability.
• Serve as the primary client contact, delivering clear and impactful communications.
• Drive insightful analysis, blending KPMG expertise with market intelligence and data analytics.
• Leverage your industry experience to fuel sales, new business, and proposition development.
• Cultivate an inclusive team culture, empowering team members and fostering their growth.

What will you need to do it?

• Proven experience leading Supply Chain technology projects for diverse clients.
• Expertise in Supply Chain processes: S&OP, Transport, Warehouse Management, Network Optimisation, and more.
• Experience designing and implementing Supply Chain operating model transformations.
• Experience of ERP platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle and/or best of breed supply chain solutions (LLamasoft, Kinaxis, o9, Anaplan etc)
• Change management experience in complex, multi- environments (a plus).
• A passion for contributing to the development of innovative solutions and assets.
• Ideally experience in one of the following sectors Consumer Goods, Retail, Oil and Gas, Aerospace & Defence, or Industrial.

As we work in the Aerospace and Defence sector, we would like to encourage candidates that are eligible and able to gain and retain Security Vetting at the level of Security Check (SC).

Our Locations:

We are open to talk to Supply Chain talent across the country but our core hubs for this role are:

• London
• Bristol
• Manchester
• Birmingham
• Edinburgh

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

Find out more:

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• Consulting at KPMG: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/consulting/
• ITs Her Future Women in Tech programme: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/people-culture/it-s-her-future/
• KPMG Workability and confidence: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/need-support-let-us-know/

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