Freelance Supply Chain Consultant (Client Hire)

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Flexing It has partnered with Our Client a leading global management firm, is looking for a seasoned Supply Chain Management (SCM) Expert with deep expertise in Demand and Supply Planning, some Key Responsibilities are listed below -

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and optimize end-to-end demand and supply planning processes to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, procurement, production, and logistics teams to forecast demand and balance supply accordingly.
• Analyze historical data, market trends, and customer insights to improve forecast accuracy.
• Identify and resolve gaps or risks in the supply chain using predictive analytics and scenario planning.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve inventory management, service levels, and working capital.
• Support implementation or improvement of planning tools, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Deliver training and knowledge transfer to internal teams as part of the engagement.

Skills Required

• 15–20 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, with a strong focus on demand and supply planning.
• Proven track record of managing complex supply chains in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in SCM tools like SAP APO, SAP IBP, Kinaxis, Oracle, or similar.
• Strong analytical skills and experience working with large datasets.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience working in onsite/enterprise client-facing roles is preferred.