Supply Chain System Implementation Project Lead

What we're looking for

Spinnaker SCA, a Publicis Sapient company, is hiring a Supply Chain System Implementation Project Lead to manage full-lifecycle delivery of enterprise-class supply chain software implementations as a part of our Strategy & Transformation group. In this role, you will lead cross-functional teams, engage directly with senior client stakeholders, and ensure successful execution from project planning through go-live.

You’ll act as a program-level advisor, owning communication strategy, schedule oversight, issue escalation, and alignment across business and technical workstreams. This is a high-visibility leadership opportunity ideal for professionals with a track record of delivering Tier 1 supply chain software solutions across logistics, planning, or execution environments.

Required qualifications

Here’s what you need to bring to the table:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field is required. Equivalent experience includes a proven track record of skills, professional accomplishments, or training related to the role.
• Minimum 3 years managing complex system implementation projects—preferably in supply chain, logistics, or fulfillment
• Hands-on experience delivering projects that include Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, o9, Manhattan, SAP, or equivalent Tier 1 systems
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale rollouts, upgrades, or global initiatives across industries such as:
  • Retail & Grocery
  • Distribution
  • Apparel & Footwear
  • Consumer Packaged Goods / Food & Beverage
  • Discrete or Process Manufacturing
• Strong stakeholder engagement and executive presence—comfortable leading steering committees and cross-functional meetings
• Proven ability to lead internal and external teams of 5+ senior consultants
• Familiarity with Scrum, PMI, or equivalent delivery methodologies
• Excellent organizational, communication, and schedule management capabilities
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% depending on client requirements

Experience that's a plus

You’ll stand out if you also bring experience with:

• Prior consulting experience in a client-facing role
• PMP, Agile/Scrum certifications
• Hands-on experience with supply chain lifecycle projects—spanning plan, source, make, deliver, return
• Experience managing project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance metrics
• Knowledge of multi-region implementation programs, phased rollouts, or post-merger integrations

What you'll actually do

• Serve as the project-facing lead and trusted advisor for client stakeholders during supply chain system implementations
• Own project governance and communication plans from kickoff to stabilization
• Manage resources (internal, partner, and client-side) and coordinate across delivery functions
• Review and validate all project deliverables against scope, quality, and contractual commitments
• Maintain and monitor integrated project plans, timelines, and risk logs
• Lead performance variance analysis and course-correction plans to resolve scope, schedule, or cost deviations
• Drive continuous risk management practices and promote proactive mitigation across delivery teams
• Publish executive status reports and facilitate steering committee meetings
• Contribute to practice knowledge sharing, reusable frameworks, and team capability building

Additional info

Pay Range: $70,000-230,000 USD + Bonus

The range shown represents a grouping of relevant ranges currently in use at Spinnaker SCA. Actual range for this position may differ, depending on location and specific skillset required for the work itself.

As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Spinnaker SCA, a company of Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at careers@spinnakersca.com or you may call us at +1 (213) 443-8308.

Who is Spinnaker SCA?

Spinnaker SCA, a Publicis Sapient company, is a supply chain consultancy purpose-built for today’s volatility and tomorrow’s opportunities. We design and deliver smarter supply chains using a hands-on blend of strategic thinking, digital systems know-how, and practical execution.

From network design and demand planning to warehouse automation and AI-powered analytics, we help companies design intelligently, implement seamlessly, and grow exponentially. If you’re ready to help rethink what supply chains can be—and have a little fun while doing it—we’d love to hear from you.

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