Procurement & Sourcing Associate — PEPI Strategy

Alvarez & Marsal; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal seeks an Associate in Procurement & Sourcing for its PEPI practice in the United States. You will drive strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization across portfolio companies.

Ideal candidates have 2–4+ years in consulting or industry, a BA in business/economics/finance (MBA preferred), and willingness to travel up to 80%. This role offers strong growth, mentorship, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of consulting or industry experience.
• Previous advisory experience from a top-tier strategy firm or Big-4 required.
• Preference for direct/indirect procurement experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 80%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver project work streams for complex client engagements.
• Identify, design, and implement procurement solutions with Private Equity teams.
• Develop and manage sourcing strategies aligned with forecasting and logistics.
• Lead supplier identification, negotiations and vendor relations.
• Develop implementation plans to drive procurement changes.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Excel

PowerPoint

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Economics

MBA preferred

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal seeks an Associate in Procurement & Sourcing for its PEPI practice in the United States. You will drive strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization across portfolio companies.

Ideal candidates have 2–4+ years in consulting or industry, a BA in business/economics/finance (MBA preferred), and willingness to travel up to 80%. This role offers strong growth, mentorship, and a comprehensive benefits package.