Manager, Workday Supply Chain Management

Lead Specialist, Workday Supply Chain Management

KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Specialist, Workday Supply Chain Management to join our Managed Services practice.

The KPMG Advisory practice is at the forefront of transformation, offering excellent opportunities for individuals to advance their careers and expertise.

• Manage onshore/offshore team that provides level 2/3 support activities of Workday managed services engagements for a variety of post‑production clients, including enhancement and optimization initiatives, break/fix support, release management, new feature deployments, process improvement and road‑mapping activities.
• Operate as Supply Chain Management lead for all managed services engagements, acting as point of contact for escalations and work prioritization; ensure client satisfaction and timely delivery and collaborate with clients to strategize and drive goals forward post‑production.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve issues and deliver solutions; lead the analysis, design, configuration, and delivery of the Workday solution.
• Assist with onshore/offshore resource management, forecasting, and load balancing; assess skill levels and gaps, upskill team members as needed, and identify strategies, risks, and opportunities to meet client needs and grow the team.
• Lead the SCM pillar by mentoring a team of Workday Supply Chain consultants; provide guidance, coaching, and support for team members; act as functional subject matter expert during sales and proposal activities, as well as on KPMG Value Optimizations, assessing tenant to identify optimization opportunities that realize value from Workday investment.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.

• Minimum five years of recent experience in post‑production, managed services support or consulting, working directly with clients in Workday Supply Chain Management; minimum two years of recent experience in a leadership role.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; MBA or MIS preferred.
• Workday certification or skills in at least three of the following:
  Procurement, Inventory, Supplier Contracts, Accounts Payable/Supplier Accounts, and Advanced Reporting; any hired candidate lacking the required certification must obtain it within three months of employment.
• Understanding of ITIL framework, ITSM and service desk management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, facilitation, and presentation skills; strong attention to detail and the ability to articulate ideas effectively. Capable of working closely with project managers, technical consultants, and clients to deploy and operate technology solutions, including researching problems and resolving them in a multi‑step approach.
• Experience in process re‑engineering, designing and implementing business performance management enhancements, including process workflow, approvals, and reporting.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without need for visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG will not sponsor U.S. work visas.

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well‑being benefits. Eligible employees receive Personal Time Off and holiday breaks as outlined.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable laws.