Supply Chain Consultant – Defence & Security

Overview

In this role you will help clients in the Defence sector optimise supply chains and logistics to deliver value for money and better collaboration. You will work with cross-functional teams to shape strategy, implement transformative solutions, and harness data to drive measurable outcomes. You will support the growth of PA’s Defence Supply Chain practice by delivering high-impact projects for public and private sector clients. This opportunity lets you influence how complex defence supply chains perform at scale, with a focus on real-world impact and continuous improvement.

Pay / Benefits

• private healthcare
• 25 days annual leave
• pension scheme
• annual bonus
• PA share ownership
• cycle to work scheme

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-impact consulting projects on Defence supply chain and logistics transformation
• Develop innovative strategies to transform organisations’ supply chain teams
• Advise clients on embracing technology to accelerate processes and leverage data
• Implement solutions that drive value for money and performance improvements
• Support business development and expansion of the Defence Supply Chain practice
• Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams across fast-paced environments

Key requirements

• Strong industrial supply chain and logistics experience
• Extensive knowledge of Defence or adjacent sector supply chains
• Experience leading and supporting change initiatives in multi-stakeholder settings
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with creative solution development
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Prior consulting experience preferred
• CIPS, MCIPS, CILT or equivalent qualifications preferable
• Ability to transfer skills to new supply chain transformation projects

• Collaborative
• Analytical
• Problem-solving
• Supply chain and logistics expertise
• Change management in multi-stakeholder environments
• Data-driven decision making

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