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SME / Lead – Supply Chain Optimization, Planning & LP Modelling

aveva
Companyaveva
CategoryLogistics & Transport
LocationAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelLead
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted9 Jul 2026
Last verified9 Aug 2026
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Description
AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals and minerals – safely, efficiently and more sustainably. We’re the first software business in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the SBTi, and we’ve been recognized for the transparency and ambition of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’ve also recently been named as one of the world’s most innovative companies. If you’re a curious and collaborative person who wants to make a big impact through technology, then we want to hear from you! Find out more at AVEVA Careers . For more information about our privacy policy and how to manage cookies, visit our Privacy Policy . Job Title: Senior/Principal Consultant - Process Optmization Location: Abu Dhabi Employment Type: Full time, regular, hybrid work arrangements The USC Subject Matter Expert (SME) is a senior consulting role responsible for guiding customers through complex implementations of AVEVA Unified Supply Chain (USC) solutions, including USC Plan, Network, Schedule, Assay, and related technologies. The USC SME serves as a trusted advisor to customers, combining deep industry knowledge with extensive product   expertise   to design,   validate , and   optimize   business solutions that deliver measurable operational value. The role provides technical leadership across project lifecycle phases, from business process assessment and solution design through deployment, user adoption, and continuous improvement. The USC SME also supports presales activities, practice development, and   mentoring of   consultants across the global USC community. Key Responsibilities Customer Solution Leadership • Lead the design and implementation of complex USC solutions . • Translate customer business requirements into scalable USC solution architectures and optimization model s. • Facilitate workshops with planners, schedulers, supply chain managers, and executive stakeholders. • Drive alignment between business   objectives   and system capabilities. Implementation Delivery • Act as the functional and technical authority during USC implementation projects. • Define modelling approaches, solution architecture, integration requirements, and deployment strategies. • Lead   USC   model   development , validation, testing, and user acceptance activities. • Resolve complex technical and business issues during project execution. • Ensure projects follow AVEVA delivery methodologies and best practices. Business Process Consulting • Assess customer planning   business   processes, r ecommend ing   improvements in   processes and workflows . • Support    customer   Digital Transformation Initiatives   in Planning domains . • Support   operating models that maximize value realization from USC investments. Technical Leadership • Serve as   technical   lead on strategic or high-complexity projects. • Review solution designs and deliverables created by project teams. • Establish modelling standards,   implementation   accelerators, and reusable assets. • Coach consultants and technical leads on USC methodologies and best practices • Contribute to   development   of delivery methodologies, templates, accelerators, and standards. • Support   presales   activities including discovery workshops, demonstrations, solution assessments, estimates, and proposal development. • A ssist   with capability development and training programs across the global USC practice. Customer Relationship Management • Develop trusted advisor relationships with customer leadership teams. • Present recommendations, roadmaps, and value assessments to senior stakeholders. • Support executive steering committees and project governance activities. Required Qualifications 1 5 + years of experience in supply chain planning, refinery planning, optimization,   ideally complemented with   industrial software consulting. Proven   track record   delivering complex supply chain transformation or optimization projects. Experience leading multi-disciplinary and multi-country project teams. Experience managing direct customer engagements and executive stakeholders. Strong   expertise   in AVEVA Unified Supply Chain Plan   and Network or equivalent solutions. Industry Knowledge   in Refining and Petrochemicals . Substantia l   experience in   s upply chain optimization modelling , including   l inear and mixed-integer optimization   approaches Personal Attributes Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills. Excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Strategic thinking and business value orientation. Ability to influence customer decision makers. Strong communication   and presentation skills . Self-directed with the ability to lead complex initiatives. Passion for mentoring and knowledge sharing. AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment.  Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws,  include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check.  Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal data may involve additional background check criteria. AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. Come and join AVEVA to create the transformative technology that enables our customers to engineer a better world.