Shipping & Ports Consultant (AI & Data)

March 2, 2026

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Accenture, a leading global professional services company, operates a global team in Greece focused on Data & Artificial Intelligence. Recognizing the immense potential of the human talent in Greece, Accenture is further expanding its global team footprint, creating a new Strategy & Consulting team, focusing on the European Public Sector. This expansion underscores Accenture's commitment to fostering innovation to drive enterprise transformation for Public Sector clients in Greece and abroad. The new Global team will synergize with the existing AI team to solve Accenture’s clients’ toughest challenges across geographies and across industries. Accenture will be hiring outcome-oriented problem solvers who enjoy working on transformation strategies for global clients and working together with exceptional people and the latest tech. The new team members will bring a diverse range of Strategy & Consulting skills and industry expertise, focusing on multiple aspects of enterprise transformation, and optimization of supply chain and business processes.

In this context, we are looking for a motivated and self-driving Consultant with experience in the design and delivery of strategic and operational transformation programs for port authorities, shipping operators, and logistics organizations across Europe. As a Shipping & Ports Consultant, you will be shaping digital strategies, optimizing port and supply chain processes, managing regulatory change, and advising on cross-border policy implementation. Ideal for experienced consultants with deep maritime/logistics expertise and proven delivery capabilities.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead Port and shipping process optimization (crew management, logistics flow, dock operations).
Conduct supply chain diagnostics, benchmarking, and operating model redesign.
Drive digital transformation in shipping and logistics (AI, analytics, automation).
Engage with port authorities, EU maritime bodies, and logistics stakeholders to co-create solutions.
Translate policy and functional research into actionable recommendations and transformation roadmaps

Preferred Experience:

PMP, PRINCE2, SAFe, ScrumMaster, or Change Management certifications (e.g., Prosci)
Background in shipping, ports, or global logistics operations.
Understanding of supply chain resilience, trade facilitation, and cross-border logistics.
Knowledge of EU maritime regulations, supply chain compliance, and industry standards (IMO, EU transport directives)

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