The Opportunity

In a rapidly evolving global market, supply chain functions play a critical role in driving operational resilience, efficiency and long term value creation. At EY, Supply Chain & Operations professionals help organizations transform their end to end operations by combining analytical rigor, industry knowledge and innovative thinking to deliver exceptional client service.

EY is seeking a highly motivated, ambitious and business oriented Senior Consultant to join our Supply Chain & Operations (SCO) team. Here, you will have the opportunity to build a career as unique as you are, supported by our global scale, inclusive culture and leading edge technology. We rely on your perspective and creativity to help us become even better. Join us to build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple workstreams within supply chain transformation, operational improvement or digital operations projects across national and international clients.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments of supply chain performance, identifying opportunities for efficiency, cost reduction and process optimization.
• Design future state operating models for areas such as planning, procurement, logistics, manufacturing and distribution.
• Support the implementation of digital and technology enabled solutions.
• Manage workflows, priorities and expectations with clients, ensuring clear communication and high quality delivery.
• Develop business cases, process mapping, performance models and data driven insights to support decision making.
• Ensure high quality deliverables and efficient execution by leveraging methodologies, best practices and technology.
• Foster team productivity and collaboration through effective communication and coaching.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Strong analytical mindset, rigor and attention to detail.
• Commercial awareness and ability to translate operational insights into strategic recommendations.
• Project and team management capabilities.
• High level of dynamism, adaptability and ownership.
• Focus on process efficiency and technology enabled improvement.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Capacity to quickly learn new concepts, tools and methodologies.
• Professional integrity, responsibility and confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills and client facing presence.
• Proactive, forward thinking and self driven attitude.

To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have

• Academic background in Engineering, Management, Economics or related fields from a recognized university.
• At least 4 years of professional experience in supply chain, operations management or consulting roles.
• Previous experience in a consulting environment (Big4 or similar) is highly valued.
• Strong command of analytical tools and methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, process mapping, performance modelling).
• Experience with supply chain technology platforms is a plus.
• Team management experience and ability to coordinate junior consultants.
• Ability to work in multicultural teams and global environments.
• Full English proficiency.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around;
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

At EY, we're committed to providing recruitment and career opportunities to all, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, social background or disability. We believe that equality and diversity are central to our recruitment process, as they enhance creativity and efficiency, leading to improved performance and productivity. In line with this commitment, EY Portugal recently became a member of the Inclusive Community Forum. This initiative, led by Nova SBE, focuses on the recruitment of individuals with disabilities, advocating for a more inclusive community. Moreover, EY Portugal has also endorsed the Diversity Charter of APPDI (the Portuguese Association for Diversity and Inclusion), pledging to establish and develop internal policies and practices which support diversity. Through these initiatives, EY seeks to actively contribute to the inclusion process, and promote a more inclusive community for people with disabilities, by actively participating in creating solutions.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Whether your profile is considered for this recruitment process, we will contact you within 15 working days.

Join us in building a better working world. Apply now!