Lead of Supply Chain Design Practice chez Miebach Careers Page

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, entrepreneurial, and visionary leader to head our Supply Chain Design Practice in North America. In this high-impact role, you will combine strategic oversight with hands-on leadership to deliver complex transformation projects and shape the future of supply chain design for North American and global clients.

As the Practice Lead, you will:

·       Drive business growth through client development and innovative service offerings

·       Lead a high-performing team of consultants and managers

·       Influence C-suite executives on transformative supply chain strategies

·       Represent Miebach as a thought leader within the industry

This is a highly visible, client-facing role that offers opportunities to make a lasting impact on both our clients and Miebach’s North American growth trajectory.

Key Responsibilities

Practice & Project Leadership

·       Define and execute the strategic vision for the Supply Chain Design Practice in alignment with Miebach’s global objectives.

·       Lead and oversee large-scale transformation initiatives, including:

·       Supply network design and footprint optimization

·       Inventory strategy and cost-to-serve modeling

·       End-to-end supply chain resilience and scenario planning

·       Ensure consistent project excellence through executive-level governance, methodology alignment, and quality assurance.

·       Partner with global Centers of Excellence to develop innovative tools, methodologies, and solutions.

Client Engagement & Business Development

·       Act as a trusted advisor to senior executives, shaping their strategic decisions and long-term supply chain roadmaps.

·       Lead business development efforts, including proposal creation, RFP responses, and solution pitching.

·       Expand Miebach’s presence within key strategic accounts and cultivate new client relationships.

·       Represent Miebach at industry conferences, forums, and thought leadership events.

Team Leadership & People Development

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of consultants, managers, and senior experts to achieve their full potential.

·       Build organizational capabilities by recruiting, onboarding, and developing top supply chain talent.

·       Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance culture across the practice.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or related field; MBA preferred.

·       Experience:

o   12+ years in supply chain strategy, design, or consulting

o   At least 5 years in senior leadership roles, managing teams and client relationships

o   Proven success in driving supply chain transformation initiatives and network optimization programs

·       Technical Expertise:

o   Proficiency with leading optimization and modeling tools (e.g., Llamasoft – supply chain guru, Optilogic, AIMMS)

o   Strong data-driven problem-solving skills and advanced analytics mindset

·       Consulting Background: Previous experience in a top-tier consulting environment strongly preferred.

·       Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, executive presence, and stakeholder management capabilities.