Business Optimization Consultant - Supply Planning

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow. At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.Consultant, Business Optimization - Supply PlanningMain Purpose of the Job:The Consultant, Business Optimization - Supply Planning shapes the future of Supply Planning by translating functional strategy into practical process, capability, data, and technology improvements. This role connects planners and leaders, turns complex priorities into clear milestones, and drives alignment, communication, adoption, and measurable business results.Key Outputs / Deliverables:Facilitates and maintains the future-state vision and capability roadmap for Supply PlanningTranslates business priorities and planner pain points into clear, prioritized initiativesBreaks complex initiatives into defined workstreams, milestones, owners, risks, decisions, and success measuresLeads cross-functional initiative planning, execution, testing, implementation, stabilization, and post-launch reviewConnects individual projects to the broader Supply Planning roadmap and business outcomesServes as the two-way communication bridge between planners and functional leadersExplains what is changing, why it matters, and how success will be measuredSynthesizes planner feedback, constraints, and adoption risks into decision-ready leadership insightsFacilitates workshops, working sessions, functional forums, and leadership updates that drive decisions and actionLeads ongoing optimization of Supply Planning processes, tools, routines, roles, and organizational interfacesDefines and maintains standard methodologies, Standard Routines, SOPs, governance, scorecards, and Business Continuity PlansPerforms business requirement analysis and represents Supply Planning processes and needs to IT and enabling functionsMonitors process adoption, system utilization, and performance to identify improvement opportunitiesBuilds onboarding, learning, competency, and change plans that strengthen functional capability and sustain adoptionIndirectly leads functional experts and Super Users to embed standards and reduce dependency on individual knowledgeDelivers productivity and business value through innovation, process improvement, and disciplined initiative executionMeasurements / Performance Indicators:Delivery of initiative milestones and expected business outcomesAdoption and sustained use of new processes, tools, and routinesImprovement in Supply Planning effectiveness, consistency, and decision qualityReduction in manual work, process complexity, and avoidable planner effortPlanner and leader understanding of functional priorities and initiativesExecution of capability, productivity, and continuous improvement commitmentsCustomer Order Fulfillment and other relevant Supply Planning outcomesSuccessful transition of initiatives into stable functional ownershipQualifications / Certifications:Undergraduate degree strongly preferredMinimum 5+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Supply Planning, Manufacturing, or a related fieldStrong knowledge of Supply Planning processes, decisions, and cross-functional dependenciesDemonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from problem definition through adoptionAbility to turn ambiguous objectives into structured workstreams, milestones, deliverables, and decisionsStrong facilitation skills across future-state design, prioritization, problem solving, and decision makingExcellent written, verbal, and presentation skills across planner, technical, and leadership audiencesAbility to influence without authority, build partnerships, and work effectively across organizational levelsStrong project organization, change leadership, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skillsExperience with Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or other continuous improvement methods desiredExperience with SAP, BW, Power BI, and OMP Unison Planning desiredAbility to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and operate effectively through ambiguityAvailability for travel and work beyond regularly scheduled hours as neededCritical Experiences:Led a complex Supply Planning transformation, process improvement, or technology-enabled initiativeFacilitated development of a future-state process, capability, roadmap, or operating modelTranslated leadership strategy into practical work for planners or operational teamsConverted front-line feedback into concise recommendations and decisions for leadersBroken a large initiative into manageable phases and measurable milestonesLed cross-functional teams and influenced outcomes without direct authorityMoved an initiative from concept through implementation, adoption, and sustainable ownershipSalary: $103,306.50 to $147,628.00 per yearBonus Eligibility: YesThe pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: View phone number on click.appcast.io.This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at Job Requisition: 421036