Supply Chain Planning Consultant

Location: Cupertino, CA (Hybrid Onsite Preferred)
Type: Contract (Long-Term)
Experience: 8+ Years
Domain: High-Tech / Consumer Electronics / Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Planning Consultant to support planning optimization, scenario modeling, and system/process improvements for a leading global technology client in Cupertino. This role will focus on supply-demand alignment, capacity management, and digital transformation within the supply chain network.

• Lead end-to-end supply chain planning initiatives (demand, supply, inventory, capacity).
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams (Operations, Procurement, Finance, Logistics).
• Analyze supply-demand mismatches, risks, and mitigation plans using advanced analytics.
• Configure and optimize planning systems (e.g., Kinaxis Rapid Response, SAP IBP, Oracle SCP).
• Conduct what-if simulations, scenario planning, and trade-off analysis.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance planning accuracy and agility.
• Prepare and present supply chain KPIs, executive dashboards, and planning insights.
• Support S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) processes and supply reviews.

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in supply chain planning and analytics.
• Proficiency in planning tools:
  Kinaxis, SAP IBP, Oracle SCP, Anaplan, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of MRP, demand planning, capacity planning, and inventory management.
• Excellent skills in Excel, and familiarity with SQL, Python, or BI tools (Power BI/Tableau).
• Experience working in Agile/Hybrid project environments.
• Strong stakeholder communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).

• APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP).
• Experience working with consumer electronics supply chain.
• Prior experience in SCV-based companies or the Apple ecosystem.
• Familiarity with integration between planning systems and ERPs (SAP ECC, Oracle EBS).