Consulting - Finance and Operations Transformation - Supply Chain - Manager

Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary Consulting - Finance and Operations Transformation - Supply Chain - Manager Kia ora, Be a catalyst for transformation. Shape the future at PwC New Zealand. At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems. This is a place to keep growing. You’ll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa. Ngā kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role Due to growth, we are seeking a Manager to join our Finance and Operations Transformation team in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland on a two-year fixed-term, full-time basis . The reason for the fixed term is to meet our need for additional resources in Finance and Operations Transformation. This role focuses primarily on Operations and Supply Chain transformation . You’ll work with private and public sector clients across a range of industries, supporting work in areas such as operational excellence, performance improvement, procurement, supply chain, and finance transformation. Our work brings together people, process, performance and digital transformation to help clients create sustainable business benefits. Your day-to-day could include: • Managing and supporting the delivery of supply chain and operations transformation engagements, from analysis through to implementation. • Working across areas such as warehousing, transport management, transport planning, supply chain planning, Sales and Operations Planning, or Integrated Business Planning. • Analysing operational, financial and performance data to identify opportunities and support decision-making. • Building trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders at different levels, including senior leaders. • Supporting business development activity, including relationship development and competitive tender responses. • Minimum 37.5 hours per week • 8:30am–5:00pm, Monday to Friday • Pay range: NZD $120,000–$130,000 per annum • Key tasks and responsibilities: Managing and supporting client engagements in operations and supply chain transformation; analysing data and processes; contributing to performance improvement, procurement, supply chain and finance transformation work; supporting client relationships and new business opportunities. • Minimum experience required: 3–5 years’ hands-on experience in supply chain, ideally across warehousing, transport management and transport planning. • Other essential skills: Understanding of the full supply chain lifecycle, from strategy through to execution; strong written and verbal communication skills; relationship management skills; financial and data literacy; ability to support delivery of complex client engagements. • Helpful experience: Professional services or consulting experience; supply chain planning, Sales and Operations Planning or Integrated Business Planning experience; exposure to digital supply chain systems such as Anaplan or SAP IBP. Ngā pūkenga ka kawea mai e koe, ka whakawhanakehia rānei i tēnei tūranga / Skills you will bring or develop in this role • Hands-on experience across supply chain operations, with exposure to areas such as warehousing, transport management and transport planning. • Confidence working across the supply chain lifecycle, from strategy development through to execution. • Experience supporting or managing complex projects or client engagements, ideally within professional services, consulting or a client-facing environment. • Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to engage clearly and respectfully with people at all levels, including executive teams and boards. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain insights, tell a clear story and convey key messages. • Financial and data literacy, with curiosity and a practical approach to solving problems. • A positive, collaborative approach and willingness to keep learning and lead by example. If you don’t meet every requirement, we still want to hear from you - your skills and potential may be a great fit. Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ Rewards - Discretionary bonus opportunities; generous referral bonuses; retail discounts & deals Growth - Global network; leadership development; A.I. tools and training; formal learning pathways Wellbeing - $250 annual wellbeing allowance; Life & income protection; Sonder/EAP/Headspace; 15 days’ paid sick leave; group-rate health insurance (eligibility applies) Reputation - PwC is known for shaping tomorrow. Join us and you’ll accelerate your career while helping clients and communities solve their most important problems. Flexibility - Flexible working; supportive coaching culture Time off - Two paid recognition days off provided each year during our annual summer shutdown period; purchase up to two extra weeks’ annual leave Whānau & community - Paid parental leave for all parents with flexible options and financial planning support; inclusive networks; paid volunteering leave Mō te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for? Hit Apply now. To learn how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC, visit our careers site at https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html . Grow here. Go further. Ngā whakautu ki o pātai / Your questions answered: Motuhake / Independence: Maintaining independence is fundamental to demonstrating that PwC has not been influenced by any relationships or situations that undermine our objectivity. This role requires an independence review process. Tono tika mai / Please apply directly: We’re not currently partnering with recruitment agencies for this role. If you’d like to be considered, please apply directly - we’d love to hear from you. Nau mai ngā tono wawe / We encourage early applications: This role may close before the listed date if we identify a suitable candidate. Atamai hangahanga / A.I. usage: Please note that secure, A.I.-enabled tools may support parts of our recruitment process, but all applications are reviewed and decisions made by our people. Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Job Posting End Date September 20, 2026