We are working with the supply chain and trade advisory arm of a global management consulting firm. This division is actively tracking opportunities emerging from the recent finalization of the US–Vietnam trade agreement. In particular, the focus is on helping clients strategically shift parts of their supply chains out of China into Vietnam to navigate new tariffs and transhipment duties.

To support these shifts, the firm is building a curated pool of Vietnam-based sector experts who can be deployed on a project basis. These professionals will work as independent or project-based advisors, supporting clients in evaluating, optimizing, or establishing manufacturing and supply chain operations across key sectors in Vietnam. The model allows flexibility to engage experts part-time—even those currently employed—provided there is no conflict of interest.

Sectors of Interest:

• Machining Technology for Automotive and Industrial Parts
• (e.g., injection molding, die casting, milling, grinding, forging, sheet metal fabrication, copper/aluminum extrusion)
• Apparel, Textile & Garment Supply Chains
• (e.g., sourcing of cotton yarns, fabrics, leather, trims, labels, buttons)
• Electrical Machinery & Equipment
• (e.g., integrated circuits, PCBA components, productivity benchmarking of Vietnamese vs. Chinese facilities)
• Organic Chemicals & Industrial Dyes
• (e.g., deep knowledge of value chains and Vietnam’s ecosystem outside of China)

Ideal Expert Profile:

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, manufacturing, or supply chain roles
• Strong on-the-ground understanding of Vietnamese manufacturing facilities and ecosystems
• Experience supporting operational upgrades or regional supply chain transitions
• Ability to act as a subject matter expert or advisor to international clients
• Comfortable working on a flexible, project-based or advisory basis