Strategy Operations Consultant

GM•Warren, MI

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

Strategy Operations Consultant will help GSC identify, evaluate, and implement new ideas, applications, or processes. They use data, research, creativity, and analytical skills to find solutions to complex problems and generate value for customers and stakeholders. Lead and support cross-functional innovation projects to enhance GSC stakeholder capabilities and efficiencies Provide a timely response to requests, requirements and data from varied global stakeholders Support informal reporting and data analytics in support of key performance metrics and ad hoc requests To be successful, be customer (stakeholder) focused, influence change, naturally accepts ownership for accomplishing project deliverables, explore opportunities to add value to job responsibilities, with a continued focus on achieving operational objectives. Strategy Operations Consultant contributes to an organization's growth and competitiveness by fostering a culture of innovation and driving meaningful change.

Requirements

5+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, manufacturing, logistics, data science, or product development
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Data Science, related field, or equivalent work experience; Master's degree preferred
Experience of interacting with business partners and managing expectations
Experience leading projects with IT partners
Strong strategic agility to connect ideas end to end and innovate solutions
Ability to facilitate meetings with strong presentation skills
Self-starter with the ability to influence others in a direct and indirect organizational structure, and across multiple physical locations
Excellent oral and written communication skills
High-level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
Well-developed organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
Proactively manage and communicate project status, progress on deliverables and risks/issues to stakeholders and leadership
Excellent knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

A high understanding of Supply Chain/Supply Planning Functions: Emphasis on APS Tools such as Kinaxis Rapid Response, Blue Yonder (JDA), o9 Solutions
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and excels in Change Management
Supplier Management & Risk Mitigation, performance metrics and continuity of supply
Complex manufacturing experience preferred
Advanced Excel / Power BI / Tableau/ Python for data modeling, forecasting and custom analytics
Predictive Analytics/Machine Learning- for demand planning and risk sensing
Excellent in data analytics, familiarity with BOM Structures, MRP and Master Scheduling
Digital Twin/ Control Tower concepts- designing and managing digitally connected supply chains

Responsibilities

Identifying Opportunities: Stay abreast of emerging market trends, technological advancements, and industry developments. Identify opportunities for innovation within the organization.
Evaluating Ideas: Assess the feasibility, potential risks, and impact of new ideas, analyze data, and evaluate the viability of proposed innovations.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, collaborate to drive innovative initiatives, and ensure alignment with business goals.
Strategic Thinking: Consider long-term implications and align innovative efforts with overall business strategy.
Problem-Solving: Apply critical thinking and creative problem-solving techniques. Explore alternative solutions and recommend the most effective approaches.
Implementation: Lead innovative projects through project management and testing all the way to implementation
Continuous Learning: Stay curious and continuously learn about new methodologies, tools, and best practices related to innovation. Adapt to changing environments and technologies.

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