Africa Talent by Deloitte

Company Description About Africa Talent Africa Talent by Deloitte (Africa Talent) is a standalone division of Deloitte, owned by Deloitte Africa and Deloitte Netherlands, based in South Africa. Our goal is to meet the growing demand for Talent in Africa and Europe; by recruiting and developing Talent throughout Sub Saharan Africa in order to service the diverse needs and to enable projects at our clients. Talent employed will have the full experience of Deloitte, while getting both international and local exposure to a diverse set of clients, working remotely from Africa. It will take advantage of the demographic reality of Africa as a future source of talent for both Africa and Europe and at its core, the goal is to create employment in Africa and invest in African talent. The ethos of our organisation is characterised by vision, purpose beyond profit and an appetite to innovate and deliver creative, high impact solutions to client challenges. Every day, you’ll make an impact that matters, while thriving in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration, and high performance. As the undisputed leader in professional services, Deloitte – Africa Talent - is where you will find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realize your full potential. What’s in it for you? An ever dynamic and growing internal scale-up with a purpose The stability and trustworthiness of a purpose driven global brand, ready to build your own future and add to Africa’s prosperity Being the driver of Africa Talent’s day-to-day operations A competitive package of benefits A hybrid work environment with possibility to work at home some days. Job Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Consultant with over 4 years of expertise in tactical planning and supply chain technology within the global pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. Skilled in supporting the implementation of Tactical Planning Roadmaps for Innovative Medicine (IM) planning products, including platforms and applications such as OMP (SOP, MEIO, OPR, Data Manager), SAP-APO, and SAP-IBP. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Technical Product Owners and Global Process Managers, to manage intake, prioritisation, capacity, and release planning aligned with strategic business goals and high-performance team timelines. Adept at eliciting and documenting detailed user requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria that directly address business needs and problem statements. Demonstrated ability to oversee product development initiatives, conduct impact assessments, and ensure high-quality delivery through rigorous testing phases including Technical Acceptance Testing (TAT), Feature Integration Testing (FIT), Business System Testing (BST), and User Acceptance Testing (UAT). Experienced in managing defect resolution and supporting root cause analysis for escalated incidents. Strong functional and technical knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes in OMP, including demand planning, supply network planning, and advanced planning capabilities. Deep understanding of SOP layer functionalities such as simulation, scenario planning, solvers, and inventory management (min/max, safety stock), and how these integrate with OPR data flows. Proven track record of driving business value through technology, managing multiple critical priorities, and working effectively within large, culturally diverse, global matrix organisations. Skilled in coaching and developing peers and team members to foster continuous improvement. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Management or equivalent More than 4 years of experience in IT & technology projects within supply chain Strong understanding of OMP software and related supply chain planning tools Experience in business analysis, user story creation, and agile project delivery methodologies Proficiency in IT support and data analysis, with familiarity in SAP, Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio, and other supply chain software Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical teams and business users Certified in Production and Inventory Management (APICS CPIM) and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, enabling effective stakeholder engagement and collaboration across global teams Additional Information We are always interested in talking with professionals about their next career experience. If you have a passion for learning from talented people and benefit from the support of a global organization and network, apply online now. If you believe that you meet most of the criteria above, we encourage you to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Deloitte is an equal opportunities employer and will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We are committed to employment equity and building a diverse and inclusive workplace across the African continent. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups. We actively support the inclusion of people with disabilities and embrace neurodiversity in the workplace. We recognise and value the unique strengths that neurodivergent individuals bring, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. 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