Procurement Strategy Lead: Cost Optimization & Sourcing

Accenture; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Bonus opportunities

Paid holidays

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Procurement Manager to drive cost optimization and procurement transformations for clients. You will lead projects, coordinate with experts, and negotiate with suppliers to deliver measurable savings and improved value.

The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, stakeholder alignment, and mentoring junior staff, with travel 10–50% and opportunities to influence senior executives across diverse industries.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in management consulting or equivalent procurement roles.
• Experience leading client engagements and cost-optimization initiatives.
• Strong data analytics and visualization skills for decision support.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead client cost-optimization plans.
• Manage project resources and coordinate with SMEs.
• Negotiate with suppliers and drive project delivery.
• Present results to client executives and build client relationships.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal IP.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Cost reduction

Project management

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Adobe Analytics

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Procurement Manager to drive cost optimization and procurement transformations for clients. You will lead projects, coordinate with experts, and negotiate with suppliers to deliver measurable savings and improved value.

The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, stakeholder alignment, and mentoring junior staff, with travel 10–50% and opportunities to influence senior executives across diverse industries.