The Role
As a Managing Consultant S&OP / IBP / Supply Chain, you play a dual role: you are both a trusted advisor and a hands-on leader. You take ownership of client relationships and guide them through complex planning and transformation journeys. Sometimes you’ll lead a project; sometimes you’ll step in as interim S&OP or Planning Lead at the client. Always, you’ll deliver impact. You will shape the direction of S&OP / IBP for major organizations, designing roadmaps, leading implementations, and coaching teams. You’re confident in facilitating executive alignment and navigating cross-functional complexity, from demand to supply to finance. You are also a mentor to junior colleagues and a contributor to our internal growth as we scale our capability, methods, and partnerships.
In this role, you will:
- Lead or facilitate monthly S&OP/IBP cycles, ensuring functional and cross-functional alignment across demand, supply, finance, and executive levels.
- Take on interim positions at clients (e.g., S&OP Manager, IBP Lead) during transitions, scale-up phases, or reorganizations.
- Design and implement robust S&OP / IBP processes and governance structures from scratch.
- Define transformation roadmaps with clear milestones, ownership, and KPIs.
- Support tool selection and digital enablement.
- Engage with stakeholders across functions and levels, from operational planners to board-level sponsors.
- Train and coach client teams to build lasting internal capability.
- Contribute to internal capability development and thought leadership within Quicksilver.
What you bring
You are a results-driven consultant with the credibility to advise senior stakeholders and the hands-on experience to lead operational change. We’re looking for a well-rounded professional who combines real-world planning expertise with the ability to drive transformation across people, processes, and performance.
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- At least 5+ years of experience in supply chain planning, S&OP or IBP process ownership or consulting roles.
- A firm understanding of demand planning, supply balancing, scenario planning, and executive alignment
- Strong consulting, facilitation, and change leadership skills.
- Proven experience with S&OP or IBP implementations or redesigns across functions.
- Ability to step into leadership roles within client environments (e.g., interim S&OP/Planning Manager).
- Deep understanding of planning processes, data flows, and stakeholder dynamics.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, from shop floor to C-suite
- Bachelor's or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field.
- Fluent in English; Dutch is a strong advantage.
- Experience with tooling (e.g., SAP IBP, Logility, RELEX, Blue Yonder) is a plus. APICS, IBF or comparable certifications are welcome.
What we offer
At Quicksilver, you won’t just be placed in a role, you’ll join a team. We support each other, share knowledge, and build careers together. You can expect:
- A permanent position at a growing consultancy
- A competitive base salary between €75,000 and €95,000 per year, depending on experience, including a performance component, mobility allowance, and 8% holiday pay.
- An additional 8% pension contribution, calculated over both fixed and variable compensation.
- Diverse and meaningful assignments at top-tier clients.
- A structured development path, with coaching and exposure to strategic projects.
- On top of that you will have an unlimited learning and development opportunities to help you keep growing.
- Access to planning tools, methods, and an experienced peer group.
- A professional environment where you’re trusted to lead and supported to grow.
- The right tools to do your job well: a high-quality laptop and mobile phone are provided.
- Hybrid working, flexible hours, and a culture that values ownership over rigid rules.
- The freedom to shape and implement your own ideas in a culture built on trust and principles.
- The opportunity to become a co-owner of the company.
Who are you
As a Quicksilver employee, you thrive on growth and transformation. A traditional desk job isn’t for you, you’re driven to step into the world and create meaningful change. You don’t just coordinate; you foster lasting alignment. Where others see obstacles, you bring clarity, structure, and decisive action. You lead with trust, not force. Boundaries don’t limit you; instead, you challenge them, navigating competing interests with empathy and bridging gaps across teams. Sharp questions, purposeful communication, and a focus on turning shared insights into tangible progress define your approach. With a strong sense of ownership and an innate ability to connect with others, you’re ready to make a lasting impact.
