Senior Logistics Consultant

Location: Oakland, CA (Hybrid – Local Bay Area Candidates Only)

Duration: 12 Months

Client: PG&E

we are seeking a Senior Logistical Planner to support supply chain and material planning operations for a diverse portfolio of utility projects. This role is responsible for managing inventory planning, forecasting, material requirements, procurement coordination, and supply chain optimization to ensure material availability while maintaining target inventory levels and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will possess strong SAP MRP expertise, advanced Excel skills, and experience in inventory management, forecasting, and supply planning within a complex operational environment.

• Manage supply planning activities across multiple material categories and business programs.
• Review and release purchase requisitions, initiate stock transfers, and expedite material deliveries to support project schedules.
• Develop and maintain inventory forecasts, replenishment strategies, and supply plans.
• Monitor inventory levels and optimize planning parameters to achieve target fill rates and inventory turnover goals.
• Coordinate material allocation plans during shortages and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Construction, Operations, Procurement, and Finance teams to align supply plans with business needs.
• Maintain SAP Material Requirement Planning (MRP) parameters and master data.
• Analyze inventory trends, demand forecasts, and material consumption patterns.
• Support emergency response activities by providing off‑hour material procurement and expediting assistance during storms and critical events.
• Present supply chain findings, recommendations, and performance metrics to management.
• Mentor and coach team members on supply planning best practices and inventory management processes.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, Logistics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of Supply Chain, Inventory Planning, Material Planning, Logistics, Procurement, or related experience.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP MRP (Material Requirements Planning) or similar ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, forecasting, replenishment planning, and supply chain operations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including:
• Conditional Formatting
• Formulas and Functions
• Data Analysis
• Keyboard Shortcuts
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.

• 7+ years of Supply Chain or Material Planning experience.
• APICS CPIM Certification.
• Experience with SAP ERP, SAP APO, Oracle Demand Planning, or other forecasting/planning platforms.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Utility, energy, manufacturing, construction, or large‑scale operations industry experience.

Supply Chain & Planning

• Supply Planning
• Material Planning
• Inventory Management
• Demand Forecasting
• Procurement Coordination
• Inventory Optimization
• Stock Transfer Management
• Material Allocation

• SAP ERP
• SAP MRP
• SAP APO
• Oracle Demand Planning
• Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

• Forecast Modeling
• Statistical Analysis
• Inventory Metrics
• Fill Rate Analysis
• Inventory Turnover Analysis

• Stakeholder Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Presentation Skills
• Process Improvement
• Decision Making
• Lean Six Sigma

• SAP MRP / SAP ERP Experience
• Inventory Management & Forecasting
• Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Formulas)
• Supply Planning & Material Planning
• Demand Forecasting
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• APICS CPIM Certification (Preferred)
• Lean Six Sigma
• Utility or Large Enterprise Supply Chain Experience