Senior Manager, Supply Chain Transformation-Planning

Overview
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

As a Senior Manager, you will lead and execute Advanced Planning transformation and implementation projects, ensuring client needs are met while optimizing business processes. You will be responsible for business design, strategy, and execution, overseeing the end-to-end transformation journey from discovery to implementation across various technologies, including SAP IBP, Blue Yonder, o9, data platforms and others.

Your role will involve collaborating with client stakeholders to gather requirements, develop business cases, and oversee technical design blueprints, implementation, and testing. Additionally, you will drive innovation and continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance supply chain performance, while fostering professional growth and collaboration within both internal and external teams.

What you will do

• Lead Advanced Planning and supply chain planning implementation projects from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with internal and client stakeholders to gather requirements and design business and technical blueprints.
• Identify and drive innovative strategies to optimize supply chain performance.
• Support the consulting business development cycle by leading and/or participating in the consulting services proposal response process.
• Conduct comprehensive supply chain assessments, identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions.
• Determine how to best apply enabling technologies such as data platforms, to supplement legacy and incumbent technologies to drive innovation and additional client value
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Provide thought leadership and expertise in supply chain management best practices.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction. Remain up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes impacting supply chain management.
• Lead, coach, and mentor project teams, fostering professional growth and collaboration.

What you bring to the role

• 7-10 years of experience in Advanced Planning implementation as a management consultant, with additional industry experience considered an asset.
• Proven expertise in solutions such as SAP IBP, Blue Yonder, o9, and other planning platforms, with a strong track record of successful implementations.
• In-depth knowledge of Demand Planning, S&OP, Inventory Optimization, Control Towers, and data platforms.
• Strong understanding of supply chain and value chain best practices and their real-world applications.
• Demonstrated experience in leading implementation projects or major workstreams across multiple industries.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel as needed to meet client requirements

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.