Supply Chain Defense (Senior) Manager

Job description

Can’t wait to make an impact on the world? You’re not alone. Join us in driving progress in the working world and beyond. Your journey with us You join our team of highly experienced Supply Chain consultants and advise our clients with their most challenging questions. You use your knowledge and experience to transform our local as well as international clients’ Supply Chain into a source of competitive advantage. We are seeking an experienced (Senior) Manager to lead our Defense Supply Chain offering. This is a strategic management role combining deep Supply Chain expertise, D efense sector knowledge, and team management capabilities. You will drive advisory & operational engagements with government and dual-use D efense contractors, build and mentor a high-performing team, and establish Deloitte as the trusted partner in Belgium for D efense Procurement & S upply C hain transformation s . In your role, you will Lead Government & Dual-Use Defense Contracts Advisory : Direct complex advisory engagements with Belgian and European government agencies, D efense ministries, and dual-use contractors on Supply Chain strategy, contract & vendor optimizatio n . Leverage deep understanding of e nd-to-end (technology-enabled) Supply Chain transformations, covering Plan-Source-Make-Deliver areas, from visioning to business requirements definition, tool selection if needed, process, organization and technology solution design, and all aspects of implementation . Lead & s upport the client in the day-to-day execution of their Procurement & Supply Chain strategy & operations. A non-exhaustive list of example projects can be found below. Lead Digital Transformation in Defense Procurement & Supply Chain : Champion innovation initiatives including digitalization adoption within D efense organizations. Guide our clients through technology implementation while addressing sector-specific security and interoperability requirements . Develop & Lead High-Performing Team: Recruit, develop, and mentor a team of consultants and subject matter experts focused on D efense sector advisory. Foster a culture of excellence, thought leadership, and client-centric delivery while driving team growth and capability development . Develop & Grow the Supply Chain Defense Offering: Establish Deloitte's market position as the leading advisor for D efense supply chain transformation across Belgium and Benelux. Identify market opportunities, develop service offerings, build strategic partnerships with government and industry stakeholders, and drive business development initiatives. Establish yourself as a trusted advisor and thought leader through industry engagement, speaking opportunities, and insights on D efense procurement trends and regulatory developments . Examples of Procurement & Supply Chain projects are Procurement: Business Case on Digital Procurement Procurement Transformation: Accelerated Sourcing methods Internal audit on Sourcing, Procurement & vendor management processes Operational Procurement Support Complex Procurement of Defense Infrastructure Complex IT Procurement Sales training for Public tendering ​ Supply Chain: Supply Network Planning study highlighting improvements and recommendations in order to best leverage the distribution network while decreasing working capital investment and increasing service levels Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) assessment and / or implementation Demand planning and forecasting improvement initiatives (Multi-echelon) inventory optimization studies and target calculations Warehousing and logistics vision and strategy but also improving operations (Smart) Manufacturing: from vision and strategy to OEE improvements Analysis and improvements identification over SC processes and beyond (order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, ..) Let's talk about you 7 + years of professional experience in procurement, supply chain management, or D efense sector advisory & operations. Strong understanding of D efense industry dynamics, dual-use technologies . Proven track record leading teams and managing complex, multi-stakeholder engagements . Good knowledge of public procurement processes, NATO & EU Defense standards . Affinity with business development activities within the Defense industry. Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and client relationship management skills . A Master's degree and 3-5 years of consulting experience is a strong asset. Fluent in Dutch and/or French and English. You are eager to work in an international environment, and willing to travel on an ad-hoc basis. Deloitte is a globally recognized professional services firm committed to making an impact that matters. Our Supply Chain & Network Operations practice supports clients in addressing their most critical supply chain challenges through strategic, analytical, and technology-enabled projects. We deliver end-to-end, data-driven redesign and digitization to transform key areas such as planning, sourcing & procurement, manufacturing, and logistics & distribution. Join our team in Belgium and work with clients across diverse industries as we advise, implement, and operate solutions that drive sustainable growth and operational excellence. Who is Deloitte? We provide industry-leading audit and assurance, tax and legal, consulting and related services. We are committed to driving innovation across offerings to help our clients address their challenges, while giving our professionals opportunities to learn and grow in this era of transformation. In Belgium, +5000 dedicated professionals active in +10 offices, take great pride in bringing multidisciplinary expertise to a wide variety of clients, from national and international companies, small, fast-growing and large organizations to public institutions and governmental authorities. Why Deloitte? Be the true you! We foster diversity and inclusion and encourage you to bring your authentic self to work. Explore, question and collaborate while building a career that inspires and energises you. Never stop growing! Diversity of thought makes us stronger. At Deloitte, we tailor a personalized learning experience, offering you the opportunity to grow at your own pace and achieve maximum impact. We practice what we preach! As a Purpose-led organisation, at the heart of everything we do is a set of timeless principles and unifying values . Life looks different for each of us, so we created a varied benefits package that you can tap into: My Benefits My Choice , a flexible rewards plan tailored to your lifestyle and priorities Sustainable transport options offered by Mobility@Deloitte Flexible work arrangements for all and initiatives supported by Parents & Caregivers @Deloitte Wellbeing tips and activities powered by Energise@Deloitte Topped off with other health benefits and insurance opportunities Empowering our employees with flexible work arrangements remains essential in today's reality: Hybrid workplace: combination of home office and on-site (+10 offices in Belgium or client's premises). Part-time employment: all our jobs are open to full-time or part-time work under a 90% or 80% regime. Join us to make an impact together! Apply now! #LI-JB1