Managing Director

REACH YOUR POTENTIAL | COLLABORATE WITH AMAZING PEOPLE | MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN

Do you have the skills, passion, and commitment to transform our clients for the better? Are you ready to be a changemaker? If so, join us.

North Highland is the world’s leading change and transformation consultancy. Simply put, we make change happen like no one else. And we’re on the hunt for a Retail Technology & Supply Chain Systems Leader

HOW WILL YOU MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN?

We are seeking a Retail Technology & Supply Chain Systems Leader to drive strategic growth and sales within our retail portfolio. This role is ideal for a Consulting Executive with deep expertise in core retail systems, including Merchandising & Planning, Warehouse Management, Order Management, and Inventory Management Systems.
 
YOU WILL:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to retail clients, bringing functional consulting expertise in merchandising, planning and supply chain processes and supporting systems.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, lead proposal development efforts, and build strong client relationships to grow the firm’s footprint with our big retail clients. 

• Lead proposal development efforts and bring relationships with technology vendors and retail clients, drawing on experience leading system implementations in the industry.

• Provide strategic insights on how retail merchandising, planning and supply chain systems should be connected and optimized for improved efficiency.

 
IDEALLY, WE'D LIKE: 

• A senior leader with a strong understanding of retail technology systems and their role in merchandising, planning, and supply chain operations – bringing functional expertise and technical system knowledge, guiding clients on system improvements and integrations.

• A credible industry expert with a proven track record of driving business growth and sales through technology-enabled transformation.

We’ve been around for 33 years; we have a marquee set of clients and decades of relationships and are amid building a key account program that is the foundation for growth for the firm. We want your leadership at the client that can take our 30+ years of relationships and transition that into bigger deals and bigger impact. We have 1 PNL as a firm and we want your help creating interesting pitches for larger deals. We have board level funding with our equity partner, and we will continue to add capabilities through acquisition (such as our recent acquisition of a 200-person data and analytics firm). 

Our environment encourages innovation and welcomes fresh perspectives, offering limitless possibilities for growth and creativity. You will have the autonomy to carve your own path, unconstrained by traditional roles. If you identify an unmet need and propose a solution, you will receive the necessary support to pursue it.

TRANSFORMING CLIENTS. TRANSFORMING CAREERS.

Success—for both our clients and our colleagues—is all about putting people first and doing great things together. We believe that when we work as one team, we can take action today to build lasting capability for tomorrow.

We strive to have the most enviable culture on the planet, inspiring people to reach their full potential. Here’s how we make it happen:

Intentional, flexible growth. We never want you to settle. Leading your own growth and transformation is your prerogative—one which we’ll help you nurture and develop every step of the way. We’ll inspire you to learn, teach, and ultimately carve your own path. That means you grow, we grow, and so do our clients.

People-first, and then some. It goes without saying that people come first, but what comes next? Our people are always at the heart; your wellbeing and success is built on a collective understanding that every one of us can be a coach, a friend, and a fantastic listener—regardless of job title. We think of it as a celebration of individuality, difference, and diversity.

Make your own change happen. With us, your curiosity and creativity know no bounds. The reins are off. All we ask is that you have the courage to transform yourself and those around you—colleagues and clients alike. If you’ve got the drive to become a changemaker, we’ll do the rest.

Enviable Total Rewards. We inspire our employees to do their best work. Our Total Rewards Program encompasses Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, FSA/HSA, 401(k) contribution, and a variety of other perks like a dedicated Health Advocate, Family Planning, Parental Leave, and Tuition Reimbursement. Additionally, we employ a Flexible Time Off vacation policy, wellness initiatives, and other programs around diversity and inclusion, Learning and Development, and social engagement.

READY TO MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN?

North Highland makes change happen, helping businesses transform by placing people at the heart of every decision. It’s how lasting progress is made. With our blend of workforce, customer, and operational expertise, we’re recognized as the world’s leading transformation consultancy. We break new ground today, so tomorrow is easier to navigate.

Founded in 1992, North Highland is regularly named one of the best places to work. We are a proud member of Cordence Worldwide, a global network of truly connected consultancy firms with the ability to think and deliver together.

Please note that applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.