Director, Supply Chain - ER & I

Overview

Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, Manchester

Permanent / FTC

Date published: 21-Oct-2025

We are seeking an experienced and driven Director to join our leading Supply Chain practice in the UK. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your deep industry expertise and consulting experience to guide our clients through complex supply chain transformations, driving tangible and lasting results.

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Connect to your opportunity

• Lead engagements with a focus on supply chain strategy, planning, and operations, specifically within the Industrials sector.
• Provide expert guidance to clients on a range of supply chain challenges, including but not limited to:

• Planning Process Transformation: Implementing advanced planning systems and methodologies, such as S&OP, demand planning, and supply planning.
• Inventory Optimisation: Developing and deploying strategies to reduce inventory levels while maintaining or improving service levels.
• Process Optimisation: Identifying and implementing process improvements across the end-to-end supply chain, leveraging lean methodologies and digital tools.
• Target Model Design: Defining and implementing future-state supply chain operating models, encompassing organizational structure, processes, technology, and data.

• Build and manage strong client relationships, becoming a trusted advisor to senior leadership.
• Lead and develop high-performing consulting teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying and pursuing new client opportunities, crafting compelling proposals, and expanding our service offerings.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in the supply chain domain

Connect to your skills and professional experience

• Significant experience in a top-tier consulting firm, with a proven track record of success in delivering supply chain transformation projects and building teams to do so
• Deep industry expertise within the Industrials sector, including but not limited to manufacturing, chemicals, automotive, aerospace, or industrial equipment.
• Strong understanding of supply chain planning processes, inventory management techniques, process optimization methodologies, and target operating model design principles.
• Experience in leading and managing complex consulting engagements, including project planning, execution, and delivery.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• A passion for delivering exceptional client service and driving tangible business outcomes.

Connect to your business – Technology and Transformation

Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That\’s what connects us. That\’s what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around, join us. Together, we\’ll make an impact that matters.

Enterprise, Technology and Performance

Our clients want to achieve maximum value from digital transformation investments in Finance, Supply Chain and IT operations. That\’s where we come in. By taking a holistic view of performance improvement, including strategy, process design and technology enablement, we support the smooth operation of transformations.

Personal independence

Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints. The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.

Connect with your colleagues

\”What attracted me to Deloitte were the endless opportunities and the collective experience of other like-minded individuals. Deloitte\’s clients include many of the world\’s largest organisations; I wanted to be part of a team that made a difference that I could be proud of.\”

Our hybrid working policy

You\’ll be based in one of our UK locations with hybrid working.

At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That\’s why we\’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you\’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You\’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing. Please check with your recruiter for the specific working requirements that may apply for your role.

Connect to your return to work opportunity

Are you looking to return to the workplace after an extended career break?

For this role we can offer coaching and support designed for returners to refresh your knowledge and skills, and help your transition back into the workplace after a career break of two years or more. If this is relevant for you, just let your recruiter know when you make your application.

Our commitment to you

Making an impact is more than just what we do: it\’s why we\’re here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before.

We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we\’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we\’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it\’s only when you\’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for.

Your expertise is our capability, so we\’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it\’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you\’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you\’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you\’ll learn how to lead.

Connect to your next step

A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you\’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You\’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you\’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.

Discover more reasons to connect with us, our people and purpose-driven culture at deloitte.co.uk/careers