Associate, AI-Driven Procurement Transformation

Kearney; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 188,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance for员工及

401(k) match and profit sharing

Home office stipend

Gym and wellness programs

Job summary

Kearney is seeking an Associate in its Digital & Analytics practice to contribute to the Digital Operations team, focusing on agentic procurement transformation. You will help global clients reimagine their procurement functions using data science, analytics, and leading procurement platforms.

This role offers exposure to cross-industry projects, leadership opportunities, and a path toward building a high-growth capability within a global firm.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred with 5–10 years in management consulting or procurement/supply chain environments.
• Deep understanding of end-to-end procurement processes and transformation programs across industries.
• Experience with multiple procurement platforms and analytics tools, and ability to translate priorities into analytical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end agentic procurement transformation projects using major SaaS tools to design efficient source-to-pay processes.
• Manage client engagements, ensure delivery quality, and foster trusted advisor relationships.
• Translate executive priorities into analytical models and digital tools for decision-making in sourcing, category management, and supplier risk.

Skills

Procurement transformation

Data analytics

Client management

Leadership

Sourcing knowledge

Education

MBA

Master's in Supply Chain / related field

Tools

Coupa

SAP Ariba

Jaggaer

GEP SMART

Ivalua

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Kearney is seeking an Associate in its Digital & Analytics practice to contribute to the Digital Operations team, focusing on agentic procurement transformation. You will help global clients reimagine their procurement functions using data science, analytics, and leading procurement platforms.

This role offers exposure to cross-industry projects, leadership opportunities, and a path toward building a high-growth capability within a global firm.