Line of Service
AdvisoryIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
OperationsManagement Level
Senior ManagerJob Description & Summary
Supply Chain and Procurement Senior Manager - Advisory Consulting
PwC Ireland- Bring Your Talent, Grow Your Skills, Unlock Your Potential!
About Consulting
In Consulting, we deliver practical, far-sighted advice that gets straight to the heart of clients’ business issues and delivers amazing results by helping our clients improve the way they operate, reduce costs, manage risks, leverage talent or fundamentally change how they do business.
The work that you will do is all about helping organizations of all shapes and sizes work smarter and grow faster. You will work with leading Irish and Global companies across a diverse range of industries including FMCG, Retail, Pharma, Manufacturing, Tech and Media.
About our Supply Chain and Procurement Team
Supply chain management is a critical differentiator for our clients across a broad range of sectors. Our Supply Chain team, part of our Business Transformation practice, is passionate about collaborating with clients to transform their supply chain operations, introduce and develop innovative solutions, and drive efficiencies.
We operate across four interconnected pillars:
Manufacturing
Procurement
Supply Chain Strategy and Logistics (including Demand Planning)
Digital
We are expanding across each of these areas, primarily focused on Supply Chain and Procurement to support our clients in transforming their supply chain and achieving operational excellence.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a collaborative, inclusive team where your ideas matter, and your perspective is valued and encouraged. We have a strong track record of delivering high quality work to major local and international clients and have ambitious growth plans for the future.
Purpose-led work you’ll be part of
As a Senior Manager, you’ll
Lead and deliver complex and large supply chain transformation projects, from strategy to execution and at scale
Partner and collaborate with cross-functional teams (Change Management, Technology, Data and Analytics, Tax etc.) and globally with Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) across our PwC network. -
Work on exciting projects such as -
- Designing and implementing operational integration of two multinational FMCG companies, across 50+ European markets
- Supporting global pharma manufacturers with CSRD reporting and Scope 3 emissions analysis.
- Supporting a leading Irish Bank in designing its new Procurement Operational Model – including developing its Digital capabilities and transitioning its procurement team structure
- Supporting a Retail and Consumer Goods company in assessing its end to end procure to pay model – including identifying requirements for a new P2P system
Learn more about the type of work which the team is involved in - Moving towards the adaptable supply chain of the future (The Irish Times)
Role & Responsibility
As a Senior Manager your key responsibilities will include -
Leading client engagements - Collaborating with local and global teams to ensure project delivery and excellence,
Driving business growth – through pre-sales and business development activities and initiatives, e.g. preparing proposals for clients, presenting at industry/client events, identifying potential new opportunities
Coach, empower and inspire team members fostering a culture of learning, growth and innovation
Shape PwC’s supply chain and procurement propositions, staying ahead of and up-to-date of market trends in supply chain and engaging with PwC global networks and our client globally
Experiences and skills
Degree qualified, with at least 8 years’ experience in Supply Chain, and deep expertise in one or more areas of supply chain management - such as supply chain model and strategy development, logistics and network optimisation, demand / supply planning, manufacturing, procurement, outsourcing – 3PLs/4PLs, CMO etc.
A proven track record of leading supply chain transformation programs at scale
Familiarity with different technology solutions used in supply chain e.g. Digital supply chain and procurement / Industry 4.0
Ability to inspire and empower diverse teams to deliver exceptional outcomes and service offerings to our clients
Unlock your potential with PwC Ireland
We believe that challenges are better solved together! We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams encouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact. This purpose-led work, and our continuous development and encouragement, will help unlock your potential and take your career to the next level.
Enjoy PwC’s perks
We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at Life@PwC. (https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie/life-at-pwc.html).
Being appreciated for being you
Our most valuable asset is our people, and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We believe this so much that we have signed up for the Business in the Community Elevate Pledge. (https://www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge/)
You can learn more about our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at www.pwc.ie.
Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply, we’d love to hear from you!
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email us at ie_experiencedhireteam@pwc.com for more information.
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain and Information SystemsCertifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Consulting, Procurement, Supply ChainOptional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Data Analytics, Business Performance Metrics, Business Transformation, Change Management, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Epic Software, Epic Systems, Inclusion, Influence, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Logistics Management, Management Consulting, Manufacturing Operations Management, Market Research, Operating Effectiveness Review {+ 26 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
YesGovernment Clearance Required?
NoJob Posting End Date