Technology/Supply Chain Planning Delivery Lead

Accenture•St. Louis, MO

21h•$112,900 - $302,400

About The Position

Accenture’s Supply Chain & Operations practice works at the intersection of functional consulting, data, and technology to help clients advance planning, procurement, manufacturing, fulfillment, and service, while improving sustainability and resilience. The Technology/Supply Chain Planning Delivery Lead helps clients implement and optimize end-to-end supply chain planning processes in alignment with business objectives. The role leads and advises on integrated planning capabilities, including planning strategy, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), demand and supply planning, Sales and Operations Execution (S&OE), inventory optimization, process improvement, performance management, operating models, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and reporting and analytics. It also leads client delivery teams, workshops, and project activities; applies analytical tools and digital technology; and supports sales origination and thought leadership. Travel may be required, ranging from 0% to 100% based on business needs and client requirements.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience leading delivery in supply chain planning technology projects.
Delivered at least 3 full-cycle supply chain planning implementations, from design through go-live.
At least 4 years of experience working in one or more of these industries: Consumer Goods, Hi-Tech, Life Sciences, or Industrials.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with a minimum of 12 years of work experience; alternatively, an Associate’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of work experience.

Nice To Haves

Ability to lead end-to-end delivery of complex, multi-workstream supply chain planning implementations and own program outcomes, client satisfaction, and cross-functional team performance from initiation through go-live.
Ability to serve as the primary client-facing point of accountability, managing senior stakeholder relationships, program governance, and escalation resolution throughout the delivery lifecycle.
Experience managing scope, timelines, and resource allocation across internal and client teams while proactively identifying and mitigating program risks.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement integrated planning strategies aligned with client organizational goals.
Lead S&OP planning cycles, including demand review, supply review, pre-executive review, and executive review.
Develop demand and supply planning processes, including forecasting, production planning, procurement, and inventory management.
Enable strategic and tactical plans through S&OE, aligning production schedules, inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics with business demand.
Develop inventory strategies to balance inventory levels, reduce excess stock and stockouts, and manage working capital investment.
Identify process improvements to streamline operations, improve forecast accuracy, and reduce lead times; implement planning best practices and technologies.
Identify and analyze supply chain performance KPIs and develop action plans to address performance gaps.
Develop governance and operating models across sales, marketing, production, and logistics.
Communicate planning performance and alignment needs to internal stakeholders, including executives, sales, and finance.
Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Analyze and report supply chain performance to inform senior management decisions.
Find solutions to clients’ integrated planning challenges and advocate leading practices, policies, and procedures.
Analyze data and compare performance with industry peers to identify and solve challenges.
Lead workshops to identify organizational and process improvements.
Determine project methods and procedures and ensure projects meet client goals.
Provide client insights and challenge legacy ways of working to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
Use digital technology and analytical tools to help clients improve their organizations.
Lead medium- to large-sized teams with diverse backgrounds and skills; manage and coach team members and collaborate with internal and external parties.
Support client sales origination and thought leadership development.
Drive positive impact in the communities where Accenture works and lives.
Travel as required by business needs and client requirements.