Manager, Supply Chain Consulting

Manager, Supply Chain Consulting (m/f/d)

Interpath – International advisory business with offices in Dusseldorf, Munich, Berlin and Vienna.

As a Manager in the Supply Chain Management team you will lead client‑facing projects, support the development of the SCM team and contribute to business development, building Interpath’s reputation as a premier provider of value creation advisory services.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse client‑facing projects across procurement, logistics, planning, manufacturing and distribution, identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, cost drivers and risks.
• Shape operating models, network footprints, inventory strategies and supplier portfolios aligned with clients’ commercial goals.
• Reduce supply chain costs, optimise inventory levels and improve cash conversion.
• Lead or contribute to large‑scale transformation programmes, including network restructuring and acquisition integration.
• Engage closely with procurement teams, operations leaders, finance and external suppliers to ensure recommendations are adopted.
• Help organisations prepare for disruptions, diversify suppliers and build robust operating models.
• Streamline workflows, implement best‑practice planning methods and support adoption of digital tools such as ERP, S&OP/IBP platforms or advanced analytics.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background (Master’s or PhD) with extensive experience in supply chain consulting or project management.
• Proven track record of managing multiple client projects and staff with cost and implementation responsibilities.
• Expertise in consulting tools, including financial analysis, stakeholder management, presentation preparation and delivery.
• Industry experience is advantageous.
• Excellent team‑management and coaching skills, even in urgent, high‑pressure situations, complemented by strong communication and influencing abilities.
• Native or business‑fluent German and English (C1) required; additional EU languages like French or Spanish advantageous.
• Willingness to work on client sites within Germany, across the EU and internationally.