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| Consultant |
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| Description |
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Works with client organizations to enhance Supply Chain and Logistics performance through strategic planning, process re-engineering, and/or information technology implementation. Develops and manages a wide range of projects which include but are not limited to: Global Supply Chain Optimization, Software Selection and Development, Strategic Sourcing, and Logistics Network Design. Helps clients develop the tools, processes and knowledge base needed to create customer value, build competitive advantage, and boost profitability on a global basis. |
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| Related Positions |
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| Analyst, Project Manager, Logistics Engineer, Industrial Engineer |
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| Key Duties |
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- Identifies clients’ problems, opportunities, and risks
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- Gathers and analyzes relevant data
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- Conducts client interviews and facility visits
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- Develops and evaluates alternative strategies
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- Develops reports and presents findings to clients
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- Works with clients to implement solutions
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| Required Skills |
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| Critical reasoning skills; ability to work well in team settings; attention to detail; project management skills; exceptional communication skills including solid writing and presentation abilities; ability to “think outside the box”; comfortable with deadlines; ability to manage people of varied skill, position and educational levels as well as backgrounds; financial and statistical analysis proficiency; inquisitive; persuasive; well organized; flexible; strong interpersonal skills. |
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| Career Path |
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| Individuals typically join consulting firms via one of two paths. Recent university graduates begin as analysts (Bachelor’s degree) or as associate consultants (Master’s degree). Individuals with previous supply chain management experience are sought for consultant positions. Success as a consultant leads to the following types of positions: senior consultant, project manager, principal, and partner/vice president. |
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| Required Qualifications: |
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- A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management/Procurement, Operations, Engineering (with several business classes), Business Administration, Finance or Marketing
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- Minimum of 2 years consulting in the strategic sourcing/procurement area.
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- Sourcing/Procurement analysis, planning or management skills
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- Proven analytical and problem solving skills
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- Some international business experience is definitely a plus, but not required
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