GAINSystems

AI-powered supply chain optimization platform

Supply Chain Design Consultant

Operations & Supply Chain ConsultingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAtlanta, GA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's or master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in supply chain design, optimization, and strategic planning.
Proficiency in supply chain modeling tools, simulation software, and data analytics.
Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when required.

Responsibilities

Analyze existing supply chain processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
Use modeling tools to simulate and optimize supply chain networks, inventory management, and distribution strategies.
Collaborate with clients to understand existing supply chain structures.
Develop supply chain maps identifying key touchpoints and potential bottlenecks.
Design and implement streamlined, scalable supply chain processes, including demand planning, procurement, production, and distribution.
Identify and recommend improvements to enhance agility, responsiveness, and customer satisfaction.
Evaluate and recommend technologies and tools to improve supply chain visibility, automation, and efficiency.
Lead the integration of new technologies into existing supply chain systems in collaboration with IT teams as needed.
Build client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor on supply chain design and optimization.
Communicate concepts and recommendations clearly to ensure client understanding and satisfaction.
Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in supply chain design.
Contribute to continuous improvement of the consulting team's methodologies, tools, and processes.
Prepare reports documenting supply chain analysis, recommendations, and implementation plans.
Ensure project documentation is accurate, organized, and accessible.
Collaborate with clients to understand their business objectives, supply chain challenges, and long-term goals.
Develop and implement strategic supply chain design initiatives to improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Lead supply chain design projects from initiation through completion, delivering on time and meeting client expectations.
Coordinate efforts with cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with supply chain software and technology solutions.
Knowledge of sustainability practices in supply chain design.
Certification in supply chain management or logistics, such as CSCMP or APICS.
Consulting experience in diverse industries.

About GAINS

GAINS is on a mission to make supply chains smarter, faster, and self-improving, powered by AI. Our Decision Engineering & Orchestration (DEO) platform doesn't just support decisions, it drives them by aligning strategy, planning, and execution across every level of the supply chain. We serve inventory-intensive industries where the stakes are high and the complexity is real, helping customers move from reactive, spreadsheet-driven planning to continuously learning, AI-led operations that deliver measurable results fast. At GAINS, we call it Moving Forward Faster, and it's not a tagline, it's how we're redefining what's possible in supply chain decision-making.

SUMMARY
As a Supply Chain Design Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and optimizing end-to-end supply chain strategies for our clients. Leveraging your expertise in supply chain design and logistics, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze, model, and implement innovative solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of supply chain processes, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to provide strategic recommendations for operational improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Data Analysis and Modeling:
- Conduct thorough analyses of existing supply chain processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
- Utilize advanced modeling tools to simulate and optimize supply chain networks, inventory management, and distribution strategies.
Supply Chain Mapping:
- Collaborate with clients to understand their existing supply chain structures.
- Develop comprehensive supply chain maps, identifying key touchpoints and potential bottlenecks.
Process Optimization:
- Design and implement streamlined and scalable supply chain processes, including demand planning, procurement, production, and distribution.
- Identify and recommend improvements to enhance agility, responsiveness, and customer satisfaction.
Technology Integration:
- Evaluate and recommend cutting-edge technologies and tools to enhance supply chain visibility, automation, and efficiency.
- Lead the integration of new technologies into existing supply chain systems, collaborating with IT teams as necessary.
Client Collaboration:
- Cultivate strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor on supply chain design and optimization.
- Communicate complex concepts and recommendations in a clear and concise manner, ensuring client understanding and satisfaction.
Continuous Improvement:
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in supply chain design.
- Proactively contribute to the continuous improvement of methodologies, tools, and processes within the consulting team.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Prepare comprehensive reports, documenting supply chain analysis, recommendations, and implementation plans.
- Ensure that project documentation is accurate, organized, and accessible.
Strategic Planning:
- Collaborate with clients to understand their business objectives, supply chain challenges, and long-term goals.
- Develop and implement strategic supply chain design initiatives to enhance overall operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Project Management:
- Lead and manage supply chain design projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and meeting client expectations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate efforts and achieve project milestones.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
3+ years’ experience in supply chain design, optimization, and strategic planning.
Proficiency in supply chain modeling tools, simulation software, and data analytics.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when required.

Preferred Skills

Experience with supply chain software and technology solutions.
Knowledge of sustainability practices in supply chain design.
Certification in supply chain management or logistics (e.g., CSCMP, APICS).
Consulting experience in diverse industries.

GAINS may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and/or assessing applications during the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made by our team. Personal information submitted through your application will be collected and used for recruitment purposes in accordance with applicable privacy laws. Contact us at any time with questions about our process or to request an accommodation. The recruitment team can be reached at: [email protected].

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, veteran status or medical condition. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

About the Company

GAINSystems

AI-powered supply chain optimization platform

GAINSSystems provides a supply chain performance optimization platform for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers worldwide. The platform uses AI and ML to improve decision-making and orchestration across the supply chain, delivering continuous incremental improvements. It differentiates itself by guaranteeing implementation success and focusing on ongoing improvements rather than one-off optimizations. Its goal is to reduce inefficiencies, free working capital, and help satisfy customer promises.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Atlanta, GA
Founded: 1971

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