Supply Chain Operations Specialist - Supply Planning

Location

Position is required to be on-site in New York.

Accenture is one of the world’s leading providers of Supply Chain services, helping clients architect, build and operate high-performance supply chain organizations through global and flexible solutions. We partner with forward-thinking business leaders to transform supply chain and drive sustainable changes to cost structures.

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.

• 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/S4
  
  HANA, 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).
• Oversee master data management for supply planning, ensuring accuracy and consistency of product, location, and supplier data across global systems.
• 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.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in supply chain management.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in supply planning.

• Experience with in the Beauty industry (highly preferred).
• Deep expertise in supply planning, inventory optimization, and capacity planning across global networks.
• Experience with analytics and scenario modeling tools (Power BI, Tableau, SAP Analytics Cloud).
• Experience managing and implementing S&OP/IBP processes at a global scale.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain network design, risk management, and digital transformation.
• Experience with automation tools (UiPath, Automation Anywhere) and integration of external data sources for supply planning.
• Excellent relationship management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Language skills in Korean, Chinese, and Japanese would be good to have.

• Proven ability to build, manage, and foster a high-performing, team‑oriented environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset; ability to interpret complex data and translate into actionable insights.
• Innovative, out‑of‑the‑box thinking and ability to drive transformational change.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple global priorities.
• Exceptional project management skills and experience leading cross‑functional initiatives.
• Track record of building relationships with stakeholders and delivering high customer satisfaction.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Salary ranges:

• California: $63,800 to $154,800
• Cleveland: $59,100 to $123,800
• Colorado: $63,800 to $133,700
• District of Columbia: $68,000 to $142,400
• Illinois: $59,100 to $133,700
• Maryland: $63,800 to $133,700
• Massachusetts: $63,800 to $142,400
• Minnesota: $63,800 to $133,700
• New York/New Jersey: $59,100 to…