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Originally the consulting arm of Arthur Andersen, the firm became independent in 1989 as Andersen Consulting. It officially rebranded to Accenture in 2001 and has since grown into a global leader through organic growth and hundreds of strategic acquisitions.

Data Science Manager for Supply Chain

Accenture

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Accenture Data & AI for Supply Chain Team

We are a global Data & AI for Supply Chain Center of Excellence with 200+ professionals, transforming supply chain operations by turning data into a strategic advantage. Our expertise drives operational optimization, enhanced agility, and smarter decision-making across global supply chains.

Our Teams & Focus Areas

- Supply Chain Planning - AI-driven demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and planning solutions to enhance agility and efficiency.
- Fulfillment & Network Optimization - Advanced analytics to optimize logistics, warehouse management, distribution, network and last-mile delivery, improving speed, cost, and service levels.
- Manufacturing - AI, machine learning, and IoT to drive predictive maintenance, production efficiency, and quality control in smart manufacturing.

Your role

As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced Manager to lead teams and projects within our group. In this role, you will oversee client engagements, manage multidisciplinary Data&AI teams, and contribute to business development, ensuring that our AI-driven solutions deliver maximum value.

What Skills Are We Looking For?

We seek analytical, strategic, and impact-driven leaders passionate about leveraging AI and data to transform supply chains. You should be able to manage client relationships, oversee project execution, and develop new business opportunities while guiding and mentoring teams.

Basic Qualifications:
✔ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

✔ Proficiency in English (additional languages are a plus).

✔ 5+ years of experience in Data & AI or related fields, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.

✔ Proven experience in leading teams, client engagements, and business development efforts.

Technical Skills
As a Manager, you should have a strong technical foundation while also being able to drive strategy, oversee execution, and communicate technical insights to stakeholders. You do not need to master all of them but key skills include:

Programming: Python, R, SQL
Operation Reasearch & Simulation: LP, ILP, Heuristics/Meta-Heuristics, Discrete Events Simulation, digital twins.
Machine Learning & AI: Forecasting, predictive modeling, optimization algorithms.
Generative AI: LLMs, AI-driven scenario generation, synthetic data modeling, and workflow automation.
Cloud & Big Data: Experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP, including AI/ML services.
Supply Chain Solutions: Familiarity with o9, Blue Yonder (BY), SAP IBP, or similar tools.
Data Engineering & Visualization: Large-scale data processing, market solutions/platforms (Databricks, Snowflake, ..), and tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.

Soft & Strategic Skills
As a Manager, you will lead teams, shape AI strategies, and engage with senior stakeholders. Key skills include:

- Leadership & Team Management: Experience leading multidisciplinary teams (data scientists, engineers, business consultants) and fostering a high-performance culture.
- Business Acumen & Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect AI solutions to business impact, optimizing supply chain efficiency, cost, and resilience.
- Client Engagement & Communication: Skilled at building relationships with senior stakeholders, translating complex analytics into business-relevant insights.
- Innovation & Agility: Ability to adapt quickly in fast-changing environments, driving continuous improvement and innovation. Business Development & Proposal Management: Experience developing commercial proposals, defining project scopes, and identifying new opportunities.

What's in It for You?

Join Accenture's Data & AI for Supply Chain team and become part of a dynamic and rapidly growing practice where you will:

Lead high-impact AI & analytics projects with global clients.
Work alongside a team of 200+ data scientists and engineers, including 20% PhDs in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, or Statistics.
Drive cutting-edge AI innovation, including Generative AI applications in supply chain.
Enjoy a flexible, hybrid work model in a Great Place to Work®-recognized company.

Additional Benefits:

Comprehensive insurance (medical, life, and accident).
Wellness programs and medical services.
Flexible compensation programs & stock purchase plans.
Sustainability initiatives & Accenture Foundation programs.
Diversity & inclusion networks in a globally recognized company.
Flexibility programs (customized schedules, extra vacation days, etc.).

If you are excited about leading AI-driven transformations in supply chain, we'd love to hear from you!

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services-creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world's leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

Visit us atwww.accenture.com

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