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GDS Strategy and Transactions – Associate Manager – SCM

 

EY-Parthenon’s GDS Supply Chain (SCM) team works closely with our US Supply Chain Practice and onsite counterparts and clients to deliver value through the seamless execution of supply chain levers in both deal and non-deal environments. The team works across pillars of Plan, Source, Make and Deliver in the context of a transaction and as standalone transformation initiatives. This also includes working in global business development initiatives, competency building projects, and building state of the art solutions for our clients.

 

 

The opportunity

 

EY-Parthenon’s GDS SCM practice works on the most complex and high-profile global transactions and supply chain transformations. We are a group of experienced strategy and transaction professionals with a background in supply chain and operations who work across a broad portfolio of clients and industry sectors. As such, we bring a wealth of deep supply chain functional knowledge to our clients in the context of complex transactions and transformations.

 

This is an opportunity to work across the entire transaction lifecycle (pre-sign diligence, sign-to-close planning, post-close execution, etc.) of the most complex integrations (M&A) and divestitures. Moreover, you’ll have the opportunity to help our clients solve complex supply chain problems, developing innovative solutions that transform the supply chain, improving performance and resiliency across the plan, source, make, deliver/return functions of the supply chain.

 

We’re looking for an Associate Manager, who supports key outcomes and executes complex workstreams in supply chain engagements. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a firm whilst being instrumental in the growth of a fast-growing service offering in Strategy and Transactions.

 

 

Your key responsibilities

 

Manage small to mid-sized engagements or parts/workstreams of large engagements that help our clients solve some of their most pressing supply chain issues. Support key decision makers in developing and executing their transaction strategy to secure deal value. Lead projects that span one or more supply chain functions (Plan, Source, Make, Deliver) in both deal and non-deal environments. Manage engagements, problem-solve, facilitate, ensure engagement success, and quality in delivery Establish regular connectivity and reporting to the US SCM team members. Build relationships with EY offices across the globe. Responsible for high degree of GDS user satisfaction with engagement processes and work products  Engage on larger SaT projects and pitch for potential supply chain interventions. Ability to analyse the evolving market environment and build solutions / services to cater to the same. Develop Point of View documents and support business development initiatives Manage supply chain consultants/analysts. Help the team members develop expertise in supply chain. Mentor team members to deliver on high quality output on engagements Provide insights/observations based on industry/functional knowledge and best practices that span Plan, Source, Make, and Deliver. Leverage expertise in transactions, synergy assessments, and deal implementation on transactions related projects

 

 

Skills and attributes for success

 

Business and Commercially Driven - work in a fast-paced, exciting environment with strong business acumen to drive value to our clients Capability Development - contribute to our practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work Learning - learn and develop technical and personal skills to support achievement of career goals, through a blend of structured learning, coaching and experiences Building Relationships - cultivate strong working relationships with clients and support to key decision makers

 

 

To qualify for the role, you must have

 

A post Graduate degree in business management from a premier institute with 6-8 years of applicable consulting and industry experience  At least 2 years of management consulting experience across SCM functional areas (Plan, Source, Make, and Deliver) in a top tier consulting firm An understanding of the transaction life cycle, and carve-out / integration of a business post-announcement of transaction Ability to contribute to client discussions with individual perspectives / insights Knowledge of data analytics tools (e.g. Alteryx, Python, Power BI, SQL) and expertise in applying analytics to solve supply chain problems/issues Excellent problem solving, project management, facilitation and interpersonal skills   Willingness to undertake international travel as per business requirements  Strong communication and presentation skills

 

 

Ideally, you’ll also have

 

Experience with working on transactions and in buy and integrate, or sell and separate scenarios Experience with the implementation of Lean Six Sigma projects, and statistical tools

 

 

What you can look for

 

A Team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment An opportunity to be a part of market-leading, multi-disciplinary team of 3,500+ professionals Opportunities to work with EY SaT practices globally with leading businesses across a range of industries

 

 

What we offer

 

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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