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Job Title Connected Supply Chain, Planning - Kinaxis, Director Job Category Operations Consulting Level Director Specialty/Competency Operations Industry/Sector Not Applicable Job Type Regular Time Type Full time Travel Requirements Up to 60% Start Year 2025 Job ID 653406WD Location(s) GA-Atlanta, IL-Chicago, TX-Austin, DC-Washington, OH-Cleveland, TX-Dallas, CA-Los Angeles, MD-Baltimore, CO-Denver, MI-Detroit, MA-Boston, MO-St. Louis, NY-New York, CA-San Francisco, PA-Philadelphia, WA-Seattle, PA-Pittsburgh, TX-Houston
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.

Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

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

• Lead in line with our values and brand.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
• Adhere to and enforce 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 :
10 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 thought leader 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 thought leader 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

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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:

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. 

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:

The salary range for this position is: $155,000 - $410,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. 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: