Executive Supply Chain Leader: Executive Partner - High Tech

Role summary

Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.

Gartner is seeking an Executive Supply Chain Leader and Executive Partner to advise senior supply chain executives in the high-tech sector. The role typically requires extensive experience in supply chain leadership, strategy, operations, digital transformation, and executive-level advisory work. The successful candidate should understand high-tech supply chain challenges, communicate confidently with C-suite leaders, develop practical and research-informed recommendations, and build trusted client relationships. Expectations include delivering executive briefings, contributing to Gartner research and events, supporting client retention and growth, and representing Gartner’s expertise in the market. Strong presentation, writing, commercial, analytical, and stakeholder-management skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and travel when required.

About the employer

Gartner is a global research and advisory company that helps business and technology leaders make informed decisions. Its services include independent research, expert consulting, executive advisory, conferences, and peer networking. Gartner serves organizations across industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, government, manufacturing, and consumer markets. The company is widely known for its research reports, market analysis, technology evaluations, and guidance on digital transformation, cybersecurity, enterprise strategy, and operational performance. Gartner’s Executive Partner roles provide confidential, practical advice to senior leaders and help them address strategic and organizational challenges. The company operates internationally and combines subscription-based research with advisory and event services. In Australia, Gartner works with major enterprises and public-sector organizations, offering access to analysts, subject-matter experts, executive communities, and industry benchmarking.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in technology, consulting, supply chain, finance, healthcare, construction, energy, and public services, especially in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Canberra. Workplace culture is generally professional but relatively direct, collaborative, and respectful of work-life balance. Australia’s lifestyle combines modern cities, beaches, outdoor activities, multicultural communities, and high-quality public services, although housing and daily expenses can be substantial. Skilled professionals may qualify for employer-sponsored visas, including temporary Skills in Demand pathways, or points-tested skilled visas, depending on occupation, experience, qualifications, English ability, and age. Employer sponsorship is often the most practical route for senior international candidates. Relocation planning should cover health insurance, tax, housing, schooling, transportation, and eligibility requirements. Visa rules change, so candidates should check current guidance from the Australian Department of Home Affairs.