Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyse client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance.

In connected supply chain at PwC, you will focus on optimising supply chain operations and improving end-to-end visibility and collaboration. You will work closely with clients to analyse supply chain processes, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase responsiveness. Working in this area, you will provide guidance on technology and data analytics to create a connected and agile supply chain network.

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Basic Qualifications:
Minimum Degree Required:
Bachelor Degree Required Fields of Study: Accounting, Economics, Business Administration/Management, Health Administration, Industrial Engineering

Minimum Years of Experience:
7 year(s) Preferred Qualifications:
Degree Preferred:
Master of Business Administration Certification(s) Preferred:
American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), APICS CSCP, APICS CPIM, ISM CPSM, ISM CSM, or ISC CPSD

Preferred Knowledge/Skills:

Demonstrates intimate abilities and/or a proven record of success in:

Designing and implementing Kinaxis technology to drive measurable results in industry or consulting environments;

Understanding demand planning and forecast development, impact of forecast accuracy on inventory levels, manufacturing costs, transportation costs, warehousing costs and customer service;

Demonstrating ability to present complex supply optimization analytics in simple supply chain cost and performance terms; and,

Demonstrating experience in quantitative analytical and problem-solving skills in addition to critical thinking and the ability to manage details in context of the overall supply chain performance.

Demonstrates intimate abilities and/or a proven record of success as a team leader including:

Understanding of capabilities of Kinaxis planning and control tower tools;

Understanding the components of a demand planning process including: maintenance of demand data, statistical forecast, customer input process, internal input process, execution;

Planning demand and supply for CPG manufacturing, Industrial Products, Paper and Pulp and Pharma Life Science;

Managing Inventory management including tiered inventory levels and cost optimization with respect to customer service performance;

Optimizing of supply plans consistent with overall corporate objectives;

Understanding key performance indicators, roles and

Responsibilities

and tools that support sales and operations planning processes (S&OP);

Assessing current supply planning processes and systems, and identifying opportunities to improve fulfillment of the demand plans while achieving inventory objectives across the tactical and strategic horizons;

Developing and implementing of supply chain network planning, material planning and capacity planning optimization (Processes/People/Systems); and,

Understanding and executing global inventory management

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $124,000 - $280,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.  At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines