The team We work with clients to solve their most complex and strategic operational challenges. Our team spans the supply chain from procurement to manufacturing and all through connecting the supply to the customer. In today's world we can't do that without working together across the supply chain and using data and analytics to get our clients insights in real time, all the time. Many of our clients are trying to keep up with companies based solely on an interconnected supply chain; we modernize their supply chains using artificial intelligence, machine learning and connected products resulting in a competitive asset for the entire organization. Our Planning & Fulfillment practice develops integrated business and supply chain planning solutions that synchronize customer demand, supply chain assets, and working capital to drive and deliver improvements in customer service levels, supply chain efficiency and financial results. We work with companies to develop strategy, identify opportunities, and create innovative alternatives that provide supply chain improvement for shareholders and customers. Read more about our Synchronized Planning & Fulfillment services https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/strategy-operations/solutions/synchronized-planning-and-fulfilment-services.html Recruiting for this role ends on 2/07/2025 Work you'll do Specialist Leaders are professionals with strong records of academic and professional achievement who have the capacity and desire for continuous development and growth. Deloitte professionals must also be capable of working and communicating with people at all levels of an organization. Specialist Leaders lead multiple project work streams, and large engagement teams supporting complex engagements. They mentor junior practitioners as they conduct detailed, quantitative analyses associated with developing meaningful insights to address our clients' biggest supply chain challenges. As a Specialist Leader, you will be asked to provide project management and thought leadership in a variety of challenging roles, make significant contributions in a relatively short time, take responsibility for the way you manage your time, develop your skill set, and deliver creative, compelling insights to the client. Your career success is dependent on your ability to personalize your career path and identify and grow your internal and external network. We don't expect you to do this alone - our environment provides multiple opportunities for you to further develop your skills through our training curriculum and mentoring programs. Responsibilities Specialist Leaders are expected to contribute to the firm's growth and development in a variety of ways, including: + Engagement Management: Lead engagement planning and budgeting; mobilize and manage engagement teams; define deliverable structure and content; facilitate buy-in of proposed solutions from top management levels at the client; direct on-time, quality delivery of work products; manage engagement economics; manage engagement risk + Client Management: Manage day to day interactions with executive clients and sponsors + Business Development: Develop and maintain contact with top decision makers at key clients; organize and lead pursuit teams; participate and lead aspects of the proposal development process; contribute to the development of proposal pricing strategies + Practice Development & Eminence: Develop practical solutions and methodologies; develop "thoughtware" and "point-of-view" documents; participate in public speaking events; get published in industry periodicals + People Development: Perform role of counselor and coach; provide input and guidance into the staffing process; actively participate in staff recruitment and retention activities; provide leadership and support for delivery teams and staff in local offices Basic Qualifications + Managing projects 10+M + Team lead experience 100+ professionals onshore/offshore + Consulting experience + Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods industry experience + Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience + Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve. + Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or anytime in the future Preferred Qualifications + Sales experience + Experience in business development and concurrently overseeing client deliverables. + Scope, work plan, and budgeting projects + Advanced degree in business or Supply Chain + Experience mentoring by delivering key performance feedback, coaching and demonstrating role-model behavior #EPCORE All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.