Supply Chain Operations Lead
Accenture•Albany, NY
fulltime
Management and Manufacturing
5+ years
Location: Negotiable (Remote)
The Supply Chain Operations Lead is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted material and spare parts availability across multiple sites while optimizing inventory levels and working capital. This role partners closely with Procurement, Suppliers, Engineering, and cross-functional (XFN) teams to manage material planning, inventory accuracy, master data governance, and process automation. The individual will leverage MRP systems, analytics, and continuous improvement practices to prevent stock-outs, resolve material constraints, and support scalable operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Inventory Planning & Materials Management
Partner with Procurement teams and suppliers to ensure a steady flow of materials across all sites without overcapitalizing inventory
Support spare parts fulfillment by managing material demand signals using MRP software
Anticipate stock requirements based on current operations and future site or functional needs
Analyze inventory levels to support both increased and reduced demand scenarios
Execute inventory transactions, including material movements and inter-site transfers
Analyze inventory across multiple sites to identify imbalances, risks, and optimization opportunities
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with SPL and Meta’s Infrastructure Business Operations Services (IBOS) Central team to review site Materials Stock Locations (MSLs) and close identified gaps
Collaborate with SPL, IBOS Central, Engineering, and FacOps teams to resolve operational and system-related material issues
Facilitate review and reclassification of materials with cross-functional (XFN) stakeholders.
Process Improvement & Automation
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance materials planning, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency
Automate tactical and repetitive activities to improve productivity and scalability
Job Requirements:
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Hands-on experience with MRP systems and inventory planning tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in root-cause analysis
Experience managing master data, BOMs, part numbers, and engineering change processes
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Experience supporting large-scale, multi-site operations
Familiarity with Meta systems such as Fusion, FBPNs, and MSL processes
Advanced Excel skills; experience with VBA, Macros, or other automation tools
Background in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Materials Management best practices
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We anticipate this job posting will be posted on 01/28/2026 and open for at least 3 days.
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