Supply Chain Solutions Consultant

SUMMARY:
Our client provides supply chain planning, optimisation and execution solutions that help businesses improve distribution networks, fleet utilisation, route planning, service levels and operational performance. They are looking for a hands-on Supply Chain Solutions Consultant to support new customer implementations, manage existing client relations...

POSITION INFO:
Our client provides supply chain planning, optimisation and execution solutions that help businesses improve distribution networks, fleet utilisation, route planning, service levels and operational performance. They are looking for a hands-on Supply Chain Solutions Consultant to support new customer implementations, manage existing client relationships and ensure customers continue to gain measurable value from implemented solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead new customer implementations and ensure solutions are correctly configured, adopted and embedded into operations Act as the main point of contact for existing customers and drive continuous improvement Manage Distribution Planners and Expeditors, including workloads, outputs, billable time and administration Deliver optimisation exercises, including fleet mix analysis, service day assignment and customer-to-DC allocation Identify and implement improvement opportunities for customers Manage projects related to software roll-outs, enhancements and managed services Facilitate regular progress and performance meetings with clients Liaise with technical, business analysis and operational teams to define, test and deploy system enhancements Resolve escalated client and operational issues Ensure administration is completed accurately, including expenses, claims, leave approvals and billable hours Requirements Degree in Logistics, Transport or Supply Chain Management Minimum of 3 years’ experience in logistics or supply chain Strong understanding of logistics operations, planning and supply chain processes Experience in optimisation, route planning, distribution, fleet or transport environments will be advantageous Strong analytical ability and attention to detail Intermediate to advanced Excel skills Strong project management and organisational ability Confident communication and presentation skills Ability to manage client relationships and work with technical and operational teams Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is someone who understands real-world logistics operations and can translate client requirements into practical supply chain solutions. This role will suit a proactive, analytical and client-focused individual who enjoys working with data, systems, planners and customers to improve operational performance.