Supply Chain Operations Specialist - Supply Planning
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You Are:
Accenture is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Supply Chain Operations Specialist. In this role, The Supply Planning Specialist will manage global supply planning processes, ensuring seamless integration with demand planning, procurement, manufacturing, and logistics. This role focuses on optimizing inventory, capacity, and fulfillment strategies through advanced planning systems and analytics, supporting business continuity and operational excellence.
The Work:
Manage the global supply planning process using advanced planning systems such as SAP IBP, o9 Solutions, Kinaxis Rapid Response, and Oracle SCM Cloud.
Integrate supply planning with demand planning, procurement, manufacturing, and logistics using ERP platforms (SAP ECC/S4HANA, Oracle E-Business Suite, Microsoft Dynamics 365).
Analyze supply chain data and generate actionable insights using analytics platforms like Power BI, Tableau, and SAP Analytics Cloud.
Drive automation and process improvements in supply planning using RPA tools (UiPath, Automation Anywhere) and scripting languages (Python, SQL) for data management and reporting.
Oversee master data management for supply planning, ensuring accuracy and consistency of product, location, and supplier data across global systems using MDM tools (SAP MDG, Informatica).
Facilitate global S&OP and IBP cycles, scenario modeling, and executive reviews to align supply plans with business strategy.
Manage exceptions and proactively resolve supply disruptions, capacity constraints, and inventory imbalances using system alerts, dashboards, and root-cause analysis.
Stay abreast of industry best practices and technological advancements in global supply planning, including AI/ML-based forecasting, digital twins, and cloud-based planning platforms.
Coach and develop the supply planning team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Represent the supply planning function in global forums, client engagements, and cross-functional projects
Here's what you need:
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Minimum of 4 years of experience in supply chain management
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Minimum of 3 years experience in supply planning
Bonus Points If:
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Experience within Beauty industry highly preferred
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Deep expertise in supply planning, inventory optimization, and capacity planning across global networks.
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Experience with analytics and scenario modeling tools (Power BI, Tableau, SAP Analytics Cloud).
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Experience managing and implementing S&OP/IBP processes at a global scale.
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Strong knowledge of supply chain network design, risk management, and digital transformation.
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Experience with automation tools (UiPath, Automation Anywhere) and integration of external data sources for supply planning.
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Excellent relationship management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Language skills in Korean, Chinese, and Japanese would be good to have.
Professional Skills
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Proven ability to build, manage, and foster a high-performing, team-oriented environment.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset; ability to interpret complex data and translate into actionable insights.
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Innovative, out-of-the-box thinking and ability to drive transformational change.
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Solid organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple global priorities.
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Exceptional project management skills and experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
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Track record of building relationships with stakeholders and delivering high customer satisfaction.
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 03/16/2026.
Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:
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