Senior Consultant - Supply Chain in England

About Squarcle / The Team

Squarcle is a growing strategy, operations and digital consultancy dedicated to driving the performance of our clients. We are people orientated and pride ourselves on our people-first culture. Unlike many consultancies, Squarcle is as equally dedicated to delivery as it is to design. The supply chain strategy and operations department are responsible for the provision of expert supply chain strategy and operational advice to clients that function within a fast-moving global environment. The team is made up of subject matter experts that work to an Account Director to deliver the client mandate. Working together but often independently, each consultant will be expected to work, onsite and remotely, with the client on complex engagements. ‘We optimise the performance of supply chains through the expertise of operations professionals, digitisation and data science’. Squarcle is committed to equality and diversity and our aim is to build and develop a diverse, dedicated, and high‑performing team of subject matter experts to help our clients achieve supply chain and operational excellence.

Job Overview / Introduction

As a senior consultant you will play a pivotal role in providing guidance and expertise to clients across various industries. You will be responsible for leading work packages, supporting complex client engagements that identify, design, and implement creative optimisation and transformation solutions. With your experience, you will contribute to business development efforts, be responsible for mentoring junior consultants, and support the success of the consulting practice.

Primary Roles And Responsibilities

• Squarcle Management Responsibilities
  • Support the internal staffing processes including performance management of assigned individuals.
  • Encourage effective working in diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution.
  • Conduct performance reviews and annual appraisals for performance appraisees.
  • Coach and mentor team members within the individual’s area of expertise.
• Client Engagement and Relationship Management
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior clients, acting as a trusted advisor and aiming to ensure buy‑in for case for change and delivery approach.
  • Understand client business objectives, challenges and industry trends.
  • Collaborate with clients to identify areas for improvement and develop innovative solutions based upon specialist expertise and knowledge.
  • Ensure high client satisfaction through effective communication and timely delivery of project milestones and deliverables.
• Engagement Management and Execution
  • Lead consulting engagements from initiation to completion, ensuring successful project delivery and closure.
  • Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with the client and consulting team.
  • Provide subject-matter expertise, guidance and oversight to consultants, ensuring quality standards and processes of the client and Squarcle are followed.
• Business Development
  • Identify and pursue follow‑on work and new business opportunities with existing and potential clients.
  • Contribute to the sales and bid processes.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape.
  • Leverage personal networks to expand the client base.
• Team Leadership and Mentorship
  • Provide leadership and guidance to a team of consultants, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Mentor and develop junior consultants, assisting in their professional growth.
  • Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify training needs.
  • Foster knowledge sharing and best practices within the consulting team.
• Thought Leadership and Industry Expertise
  • Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to the consulting domain.
  • Participate in professional development activities, such as attending seminars or pursuing relevant certifications.

Secondary Roles And Responsibilities

• Support the business development activities of Squarcle such as pursuit development and production of thought papers.
• Develop and refine Squarcle methods and processes.
• Support to wider team activities e.g., knowledge sessions, recruitment etc.
• Deputise for the manager during periods of absence.

Essential KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Degree or post graduate level qualification.
• 3-5 years’ experience of delivering supply chain and operations consulting projects with clients.
• Experience of managing and influencing senior internal and external stakeholders in a complex and challenging environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work in multi-disciplinary environments.
• Well‑developed core consulting skills e.g. research, analysis, presentation, and attention to detail.
• Advanced communication skills both written and verbal.
• Aptitude to grasp new concepts and effectively produce results.
• Exceptional problem‑solving skills; an analytical, innovative, and creative mindset.
• Exceptional client service.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite; specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
• A worthy team player dedicated to contributing toward the outcome desired by the team.
• Successful candidates must be prepared to apply for, and pass security clearance, before they are appointed.

DESIRABLE

• Chartered Membership within a related field (e.g. logistics, procurement, supply chain).
• Project Management Qualification (Prince2, APM, Agile, Scrum etc).
• An understanding of the Defence support chain.
• Understanding of how advanced data analytics can be used within supply chain operations.
• User experience of an MRP/ERP system.
• Experience of developing Demand, Inventory, and Supply Planning policies.
• A relevant qualification in operational excellence (e.g. Lean Six Sigma).

What we offer

• Generous leave package: 26 days of annual leave (including your birthday!) plus UK bank holidays — increasing to 27 days after three years, and 28 after seven years.
• Private medical insurance provided once you’ve completed your probation.
• Recognition and rewards: £1,000 referral bonus for successful hires, performance‑related awards, milestone and life‑event hampers to celebrate life’s big moments.
• Development & learning: Annual training week abroad, funding for qualifications that benefit both you and the business.
• Travel & wellbeing: Cycle to work scheme, discounted travel through funded railcards.
• Pension: Our pension provider is NOW Pensions, pension contributions are 3% employer and 5% employee.

Our working hours are 8:30 am – 5:30 pm (with an hour for lunch), Monday – Friday.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain Security Check (SC) security clearance. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained, or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn’t obtained within 6 months. If you hold dual citizenship or nationality from another country, please make us aware of this during the application phase. We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship.

We’re committed to creating a diverse environment. We embrace differences and hire based on merit, giving equal consideration to all applications, regardless of gender, background, and race.