Strategic Sourcing Lead — AI-Driven, Global

Accenture in the Philippines; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture in the Philippines is seeking a proactive Procurement Practice Associate Manager to lead S2C sourcing across complex projects. You will drive category strategies, supplier outreach, RFx events, and contract execution while embedding AI-driven tools to enhance efficiency.

This role requires strong mentorship and stakeholder engagement across global teams. The position is based in Cebu, with a return-to-office setup and travel up to 50% to client sites.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years combined relevant work experience in Procurement or Global Sourcing.
• Contracting experience is preferred only.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives across the S2C lifecycle, including supplier outreach, RFx events, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Develop category strategies, roadmaps, and pipelines by leveraging market intelligence, supplier research, and financial analyses.
• Champion AI and digital enablement, embedding tools to improve sourcing efficiency and accuracy.
• Deliver client-facing business development support, including contract assessments and business cases.
• Mentor and coach teams on sourcing execution, stakeholder engagement, AI literacy, procurement best practices, and sourcing expertise.
• Travel up to 50% to multiple customer locations; project rotation at Cebu, Cyberzone Building, Tower 1.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Sourcing leadership

RFx events

Contract negotiations

AI literacy

Vendor research

Job description

Accenture in the Philippines is seeking a proactive Procurement Practice Associate Manager to lead S2C sourcing across complex projects. You will drive category strategies, supplier outreach, RFx events, and contract execution while embedding AI-driven tools to enhance efficiency.

This role requires strong mentorship and stakeholder engagement across global teams. The position is based in Cebu, with a return-to-office setup and travel up to 50% to client sites.