Supply Chain Senior Consultant - Life Sciences at Clarkston Consulting

Miami, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supply Chain Strategy, MRP, PLM, Demand Planning, S&OP, Integrated Business Planning, Advanced Planning Systems, Supply Planning, Lean Sigma, Business Case Construction, Client Relationship Management, Facilitation, Presentation Skills, Inventory Management, Procurement, Sourcing

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

This job is posted in multiple locations. When not at a client site, consultants work from their home office. Relocation is not required. Do you want the opportunity to leverage your skills to make a direct impact on the world’s top Life Sciences companies? Join Clarkston Consulting as a Supply Chain Senior Consultant to help deliver creative business solutions to our market-leading clients as a part of a team of experienced professionals. We are looking for motivated, self-driven leaders who are energized by team results and interested in joining a firm that values its culture and people as its biggest strengths. Together, we can help find the answers to our clients most challenging business problems. What You’ll Do As a Supply Chain Senior Consultant at Clarkston you will: Work closely with clients in the Life Sciences industry in streamlining and combining people, processes, technology, and controls to improve operational effectiveness, lower costs, reduce redundancy, and lower risks Focus on physical operations and supply chain management improvements including manufacturing, distribution, logistics, procurement, sourcing, and inventory management Earn trusted client status and develop relationships that extend beyond the project’s lifecycle Conduct knowledge transfer and training of end-users, including sharing best practices Provide guidance to junior analysts and client personnel assigned to projects How You’ll Grow Beyond your day-to-day responsibilities, throughout your career at Clarkston you will: Receive the support and mentorship of your Clarkston colleagues and leaders Expand your existing skillset with internal and external professional development opportunities What We're Looking For: A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional supply chain consulting or equivalent Life Sciences industry experience in a combination of the following areas: Supply Chain Strategy, MRP, PLM, and Demand Planning Ability to create supply chain performance measures for planning, execution, and financials that include standard definitions and industry performance benchmarks Familiarity with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), or other cross-functional operating models Knowledge of advanced planning systems (e.g. Kinaxis, Logility, SAP IBP) in support of demand, supply, and monthly integrated planning. Capacity to describe performance tradeoffs and how those decisions are connected to the broader business Understanding of process objectives, relevant monthly cycle of meetings, positive meeting behaviors, and ensuring the desired analytical reporting Experience with demand planning for a significant product portfolio, guiding through common accuracy challenges (e.g. stakeholder bias), and taking actions to improve the forecasting process over time Expertise in supply planning across multiple network tiers including finished goods, components, and materials Experience in collaborating with trading partners to enhance supply performance Ability to construct business cases for the investment in an advanced planning system Excellent ability to facilitate discussions and negotiate mutually beneficial solutions when necessary Excellent communication and presentation skills Formal training and experience with Lean Sigma preferred APICS or comparable supply chain planning certifications preferred 4-year degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or an equivalent discipline Travel Requirement Travel is an integral part of this role and is estimated to average 30-50%. This may vary based upon client and project needs. When not traveling, consultants work from their home office. Relocation is not required. More About Clarkston Founded in 1991, Clarkston Consulting delivers technology and management solutions to market leaders in the life sciences, consumer products, and retail industries. At Clarkston, we cultivate success - for our clients, for our people, and for our firm. We utilize a team approach leveraging our collective expertise and industry knowledge to solve our clients’ business challenges. AI Statement Clarkston values thoughtful and responsible AI use for resume writing, interview preparation, and research. However, real-time use of AI to generate or script answers during interviews - including video or live conversations - is strictly prohibited and will lead to disqualification. We seek candidates who show authenticity, good judgment, and genuine engagement throughout the process. Our benefits include: Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) 401k with company contributions Paid vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick leave Paid Parental Leave and Family Building Benefits (Adoption, Surrogacy, and Infertility Support) Life and Disability Insurance Training and Professional Development investments, Tuition Assistance, and more We strive to ensure that every candidate has an equitable and accessible experience. If you are selected to move forward in the interview process, we will share information about how to request any accommodations. You may also request support at any point during the hiring process. Visit Careers at Clarkston to learn more about our culture, benefits, and opportunities. Clarkston Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring our firm is rich in diverse skills, competencies, strengths, personalities, and culture. We foster an inclusive environment that embraces the unique contributions of our people to further our purpose. Please visit Diversity @ Clarkston to learn more about our diversity initiatives.

Responsibilities

The consultant will streamline people, processes, and technology to improve operational effectiveness for Life Sciences clients. Key focus areas include physical operations, supply chain management, and providing guidance to junior analysts.