Supply Chain & Operations Consultant

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Being part of EY in Greece means being part of a continuously growing team, which has been announced as Top Employer for the fourth consecutive year, certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year in a row, and awarded as Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting for the second consecutive time, for our almost 3,000 professionals!

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences through coaching and training programs as well as the use of advanced technology and AI. We’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in adiverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams

Join us as we commemorate 100 years of EY in Greece this year. Experience great flexibility under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, Thessaloniki and Crete and contribute to building a better working world.

The opportunity

We are actively looking to recruit the most motivated individuals who bring curiosity, a strong academic foundation, and a desire to pursue a career in Business Consulting and contribute to impactful projects in Greece and abroad. As a Supply Chain & Operations Consultant, you will collaborate with experienced professionals and contribute to projects that span various industries, building valued relationships with external clients and internal peers by applying your academic background, a consulting mindset and personal skills to deliver meaningful results. At the same time, you will have the opportunity to develop and grow through hands-on experience on a variety of engagements across multiple geographies, working on clients’ sites and EY offices.

Your key responsibilities

As aSupply Chain & Operations Consultant, you will take part in demanding projects with local, regional and global reach, and you will:

• Assist in data collection and validation, and perform data analyses applying state of the art AI tools to identify gaps and improvement opportunities to achieve operational excellence, increased resilience and sustainability performance.

• Take part in client meetings and interview client stakeholders to understand their business requirements and strategic objectives.

• Document business requirements, develop process flows and design / redesign processes using AI technologies, across logistics & fulfilment, manufacturing, planning and procurement domains, frequently as part of cross-functional EY teams.

• Gather & analyze benchmarks and leading practices from Global & Regional sources of EY network and contribute in defining clients’ future state performance targets.

• Support in the development, design and modeling of innovative future state scenarios for clients’ operations, collaborating with an extended eco-system of internal and external partners.

• Support clients’ in implementing new supply chain strategies, operating models and processes, frequently working on clients’ offices and sites as part of joint EY and client’s teams.

Skills and attributes for success

• Problem solving and critical thinking skills.

• Strong attention to detail with a logical and methodical approach.

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and complete multiple complex projects under tight deadlines.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a diverse and global team.

• Ability to develop presentations that are clear and of high-quality, translating EY consulting services into meaningful and impactful valued propositions for clients.

• Curiosity and eagerness to learn and apply new technologies and methodologies, staying abreast of the latest developments in emerging AI technologies.

• A passion and motivation to interact with clients and provide them with high quality service.

• A client-service mindset.

• Self-motivation and a proactive attitude toward personal and professional development in Consulting.
• Flexibility and adaptability in responding to evolving business needs and working effectively in dynamic environments.

What we look for

• Excellent academic background, including a Bachelor and / or Master’s degree in STEM or Business domains, ideally with a specialization in Supply Chain & Operations Management.

• Knowledge of business analysis tools and techniques, for modelling, design or simulation, ideally with relevant certifications.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications with relevant trainings, certifications or practical proof of expertise.

• Knowledge, and ideally certification, in using Copilot and / or other GenAI tools will be consider as a strong asset.

• Excellent written and spoken English required; Strong skills in German, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, or Spanish are a plus.
• Working experience (up to 5 years) in Management Consulting or in business analysis roles in a corporate environment within supply chain & operations management will be considered as a plus.

What’s most important is that you’re dedicated to working with your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You’ll need to demonstrate enthusiasm, high motivation and passion to develop fast in a multinational working environment. You’ll need to thrive in picking up new skills and talents as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you’ve got the right combination of technical knowledge and communication skills, this role is for you.

Ideally you ‘ll also have

Knowledge of Tools & Technologies

• Business Intelligence Tools (PowerBI, TIBCO Spotfire, Tableau or any other relevant tools).

• Network Design tools (e.g. Coupa Supply Chain Guru/ Llamasoft, AnyLogic/Anylogistix or any other relevant tools).

• Logistics design, simulation and modelling tools (e.g., AutoCAD, , FlexSim, Simio).

• Logistics & Fulfilment tools (e.g, WMS, TMS, YMS).

• Supply chain tools to enable transformation in IBP/S&OP, Demand & Supply, Inventory Management, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing or Operational Procurement processes.

What we offer you

Ability to Shape your Future with Confidence by:

• Developing your professional growth:
• You'll have unlimited access to educational platforms, EY Badges and EY Degrees, alongside support for certifications. You will experience personalized coaching and feedback, and gain exposure to international projects, through our expansive global network, empowering you to define and achieve your own success.
• Dive into our innovative GenAI ecosystem, designed to enhance your EY journey and support your career growth. These advanced AI tools will empower you to focus on higher-value work and meaningful interactions, enriching your professional experience like never before.

• Empowering your personal fulfilment: We focus on your financial, social, mental and physical wellbeing.
• Our competitive rewards package, depending on your experience, includes cutting-edge technological equipment, ticket restaurant vouchers, a private health and life insurance scheme, income protection and an exclusive EY benefits club card that provides a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
• Our flexible working arrangement (hybrid model) is defined based on your own preferences and team’s needs, and we enjoy other initiatives such as summer short Fridays and an EY Day Off.
• Our commitment to a sustainable way of operating, encourages volunteerism, promotes sustainable practices and offers opportunities for you to create a positive societal impact.
• Our pride lies in working at EY as one of the most recognized employers in Greece through our multiple awards received over the last 3 years (Top Employer, Great Place to Work and Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting).

• Fueling an inclusive culture: We prioritize a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment, where you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

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