Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee end- to-end supply chain project, ensuring seamless client engagement, timely delivery, and effective internal coordination. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Demand forecasting, Production planning, inventory management, and raw material planning, Transport Management System (TMS) & Warehouse Management System (WMS) , along with a deep understanding of SCM (Supply Chain Management) processes and terminologies.

This role requires a proactive leader who can manage complex client projects, drive internal alignment, unblock issues, and ensure high-quality outcomes. Experience in top consulting firms with the clients in FMCG/CPG sector is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Management & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end project execution across multiple clients in the supply chain planning domain specifically in demand forecasting, production planning, inventory management, and raw material planning , Transport Management System (TMS) & Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Define project scope,objectives, deliverables, and timelines in alignment with client expectations.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, risk registers, and status dashboards.
• Track project progress, proactively identify roadblocks, and drive timely resolution of issues.
• Ensure adherence to delivery schedules, budgets, and qualitystandards.
• Conduct regular project reviews and provide status updates to internal leadership and clients.

1. Client Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring transparent communication and alignment.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through consistent engagement and proactive problem-solving.
• Understand client businesschallenges, translate them into actionable plans, and ensure delivery excellence.
• Manage client expectations, scope changes, and stakeholder alignment effectively.

1. Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead cross-functional teams comprising consultants, analysts, and technical experts.
• Mentor and guide team membersto ensure continuous improvement and professional development.
• Facilitate collaboration among functional leadsplanning, analytics, and technologyto ensure cohesive delivery.
• Drive accountability within the team and ensure project milestones are met.

1. Supply Chain Expertise

• Apply hands-on understanding of demand planning, forecasting, production planning, inventory management, and raw material planning , Transport Management System (TMS) & Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Leverage knowledge of supply chain KPIs, S&OPprocesses, and planning tools (e.g., SAP IBP, APO, Kinaxis, o9, Anaplan, etc.).
• Provide thought leadership on best practices in supply chain transformation.
• Support pre-sales, solutiondesign, and proposaldevelopment when needed.

Required Skills& Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degreein Supply Chain Management, Engineering,

Operations, Business or related field.

• 710 years of experience in project management within supply chain planning or related domains. Strong exposure to end-to-end supply chain planning (demand, supply, production, inventory, raw materials), Transport Management System (TMS) & Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Proven track record of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously in a consulting and FMCG/CPG environment.
• Hands-on experience in project governance, PMO processes, and stakeholder management.
• Familiarity with supply chain planning tools(SAP IBP, APO, o9, Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, etc.) is a strong plus.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• PMP/Prince2 or similar project management certification preferred (but not mandatory).