Senior Managing Consultant - Supply Chain Procurement + Planning

Introduction

IBM Consulting is looking for a Senior Managing Consultant to join our Supply Chain, Procurement, and Manufacturing Transformation Centre of Competence (CoC). This global team of experts helps clients reimagine their supply chain and procurement strategies through innovation, AI, and data‑driven insights.

• Inspire and engage clients by sharing IBM’s transformation experience and industry best practices.
• Discover and shape opportunities using IBM Consulting frameworks and assets to identify value levers.
• Co‑create solutions through domain‑led design sessions and innovation garages.
• Partner with local teams to deliver at‑scale transformation using proven methods and accelerators.

• Lead strategic engagements in supply chain planning and procurement transformation.
• Facilitate workshops and solution design sessions, leveraging deep domain expertise.
• Shape and deliver AI‑enabled planning and procurement solutions to drive operational excellence.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure successful execution of transformation programs.
• Support business development through thought leadership, client presentations, and proposals.

Master’s Degree

• 10+ years of experience in supply chain planning and procurement, with leadership roles in consulting or industry.
• Strong knowledge of planning processes (demand, supply, inventory) and procurement strategies (sourcing, procurement, supplier collaboration).
• Good understanding of leading platforms such as SAP IBP, Kinaxis, o9, SAP Ariba, Coupa, or Oracle Procurement Cloud.
• Familiarity with AI, automation, and advanced analytics applied to planning and procurement.
• Proven track record in large‑scale transformation programs and senior stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with experience working in global, multi‑disciplinary teams.

• Industry experience in manufacturing, consumer goods, retail, or high‑tech sectors.
• Familiarity with IoT and smart manufacturing technologies for integrated supply chain solutions.
• Experience in logistics operations and sustainable supply chain practices, including ESG compliance.
• Thought leadership through publications, speaking engagements, or industry forums.