Chemicals Sourcing COE Lead, Senior Manager

Accenture; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 123,000 - 338,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Senior Manager in Sourcing & Procurement with chemicals expertise to lead strategic cost optimization and procurement transformations for top clients.

You will develop category strategies, manage cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and present results to executives. Travel 10-50% is required. Bachelor's degree and 7+ years in chemicals sourcing or procurement are key prerequisites.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement projects
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience in chemicals sourcing or negotiations
• Travel 10-50%

Responsibilities

• Lead client cost optimization and procurement process optimization projects.
• Manage client and supplier communications and negotiations.
• Lead and mentor junior staff and develop career growth plans.
• Develop creative cost reduction strategies and present to client executives.
• Reengineer procurement processes to improve efficiency.
• Lead sales calls and build client relationships with chemicals expertise.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement negotiations

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Senior Manager in Sourcing & Procurement with chemicals expertise to lead strategic cost optimization and procurement transformations for top clients.

You will develop category strategies, manage cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and present results to executives. Travel 10-50% is required. Bachelor's degree and 7+ years in chemicals sourcing or procurement are key prerequisites.